· Responsible for material replenishment (raw material and/or finished goods).
Use MRP (right balance of Resource Vs Demand) to ensure stock availability on time at right place.
· Collaborate with Upstream and Downstream Planning Leader and Supply and Inventory Planner.
· Run Distribution Requirement Planning process on its perimeter.
· Define and update stock parameters to achieve service level objectives while optimizing inventory level.
· Manage the purchase order portfolio, analyse stock discrepancies and perform adjustments.
Main Activities
· PR to PO conversion through ERP batch job (Ensure IG flow of PR to PO is completely automated) at Vendor - Material Level and aligned to forecast.
· Action on MRP Exceptions (SAP example: MD06) and work with suppliers to advise / expedite the deliveries.
· Manage Customer Requests Workflows.
· Record the Purchase Orders Acknowledgement, Advance Shipping Notification in ERP and manage invoice discrepancy if any.
· Ensure the stock is available by analysing and taking right actions to keep the Upstream Back Order Lines, Downstream Back Order Lines, Pre-Shortage, Shortage, Stock Coverage and Stock Health under control.
· Define default transportation mode by using Air/Sea Tool and go through the workflow in case of transportation mode change.
· Be primary contact of the suppliers and work closely with:
· Downstream Planning Leader for right prioritization in Production Scheduling and Queue Management.
· Upstream Planning Leader for forecast validation before submission to suppliers and recurrent or structural issues.
· Supply & Inventory Planner in case of any MRP Parameter Optimization
· Warehouse to support Stock Discrepancy analysis and corrections if any.
· Transportation / Logistics team to track the shipments.
· Actively participate in SIM2
· All jobs involved in strategizing, optimizing and executing the flow of materials, information, and resources to ensure efficient and cost-effective production and delivery processes.
Sub family: End to End Flow Controller
· Monitor supply chain activities and ensure seamless flow of products from suppliers to customers. Analyze performance metrics to identify inefficiencies and implement corrective actions. Collaborate with teams to address issues and enhance communication. Optimize logistics processes to improve overall supply chain effectiveness.
Specialization: End to End Flow Controller
· Manage and optimize the flow of materials and information across the supply chain to ensure seamless operations. Monitor and analyze upstream and downstream processes to identify bottlenecks. Coordinate with suppliers and production teams to ensure timely material flow. Implement strategies to enhance inventory management and reduce lead times. Facilitate communication between stakeholders to align supply chain activities.
Career track: Professional
· Individual contributors within a specific professional discipline, often involve influencing organizational direction, driving change, and shaping the operational, functional and/or business strategy. Emphasizes roles that require broader business acumen, strategic thinking, leadership, and decision-making skills. These roles often involve managing projects, people, or processes. Most time spent in the delivery, implementation or design of non-technical processes, programs & policies, implying a level of autonomy and reliance on professional judgement. Typically requires specialized knowledge, skills and significant experience in a specialized area. Emphasizes skills related to management, communication, and strategic planning. Example: Marketing Associate responsible for managing campaigns and promoting products and services. Roles requiring expertise in setting strategic direction, defining standards and ensuring compliance would fall under this category.
