Long-Term Planning (Rolling 12-15 months) - Update monthly MRP file
Reconcile inventory and ensure data accuracy with all supplier and manufacturer inventory and movement reports.
Reconcile and adjust production based on supplier feedback.
Determine and maintain optimal safety stock and reorder parameters.
Determine long-term outlook for dual sourced components and component vendor changes.
Identify and troubleshoot any risks with the supplier.
Manage and own total inventory $s and DOH landing month over month to achieve targets.
Short-Term Planning (Rolling 3 months) - Monitor material availability and proactively mitigate supply risks.
Develop a tracker for component shortages and create shipment schedules.
Identify risks in supporting short-term plans and provide feedback to manufacturers.
Drive priorities with suppliers based on business needs and production schedules.
Optimize shipments to limit warehousing and freight costs.
Work with manufacturer and raw material planner to determine bulk availability risks.
Vendor Management: Partner with suppliers to manage lead times, capacity, and continuity of supply.
Work with vendors to improve reporting.
Manage and track rebates for component vendors.
Inventory management: Track component inventory health and resolve quality issues on components.
Launches, Reformulations, Renovations: Support artwork changes, reformulations, and packaging transitions.
Manage FG code changes, BOM changes, and new launch integration.
S&OP: Support S&OP processes with supply insights and scenario planning.
Review fluctuations in demand and validate demand with the demand planning team.
Data and Process Optimization: Analyze planning data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
Maintain master data accuracy in ERP and MRP.
Drive continuous improvement in planning processes and systems.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)