Order Management:

· Generate, review, and manage purchase orders to ensure the timely delivery of finished goods, adhering to Coca-Cola standards.

· Collaborate with co-manufacturers through various channels (email, EDI) to resolve discrepancies and expedite orders to prevent stockouts.

· Regularly review open purchase orders to ensure alignment with MRP (Material Requirements Planning) systems and supplier or production needs.

Inventory Management:

· Utilize statistical models to set minimum, maximum, and reorder points, optimizing inventory levels to balance availability and carrying costs.

· Monitor finished goods inventory to avoid overstock or stockouts and ensure optimal stock rotation.

· Perform regular reviews of "age of stock" to mitigate risks from slow-moving inventory, ensuring timely disposition or liquidation when necessary.

Master Data & MRP Management:

· Maintain and update planning-related master data within SAP to ensure accurate material requirement planning (MRP).

· Identify and correct discrepancies in master data that may cause inefficiencies or inaccuracies in supply planning.

4. Demand Forecasting & Data Analysis:

· Analyze historical data and apply forecasting tools to assist in production scheduling and ensure the availability of materials.

· Evaluate upstream supply chain processes to identify cost-saving opportunities and operational improvements.

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Qualifications:

Education:

· Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field is preferred.

Experience:

· 2-3 years of experience in supply planning, purchasing, or manufacturing operations.

· Strong proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office (with a focus on Excel).

· Experience working with MRP systems and a data-driven approach to supply chain planning.

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Core Competencies:

· Drives Innovation: Seeks opportunities to improve processes and encourages creative problem-solving.

· Balances Priorities: Effectively manages immediate tasks while considering long-term objectives, balancing short-term goals with strategic initiatives.

· Delivers Results: Prioritizes high-impact tasks to consistently meet or exceed objectives, contributing to continuous improvement efforts.

· Imports & Exports Ideas: Embraces change by adopting and sharing best practices from both internal and external sources, fostering a culture of innovation.

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Technical Skills:

· Requirements Planning: Demonstrated expertise in planning finished goods inventory to meet both customer and operational needs.

· Demand Forecasting: Strong understanding of forecasting techniques, incorporating business trends, seasonality, and consumption patterns into planning decisions.

· Master Data Management: In-depth knowledge of master data's critical role in the MRP process, with the ability to maintain and optimize data for better outcomes.

· Information Systems: Proficient in using SAP, Excel, and other data analysis tools, with the ability to propose and support system enhancements for better efficiency.