Connected Planning Manager

Job Description

The Connected Planner is a critical supply chain professional responsible for ensuring efficient and effective planning processes,bridges the gap between demand and supply, optimizing inventory, service levels, and cost management, serving as the representative of the Category/Region. As the face of the Connected Planning Team, collaborates across functions, regions, and layers. Your responsibilities The main purpose of the Connected Planner is to enable sustainable best-in-class service levels, cost management, and optimal inventory through efficient tools, transparent communication, and cross-functional alignment. The Connected Planner holds several critical accountabilities within the supply chain domain. The role encompasses full ownership of supply plans for a specific category/region, spanning both internal and external manufacturing. Key outputs Accurate supply plans Seamless supply continuity Clear stock tunnel reports Adherence to inventory targets Scenario analysis for decision-making Metrics Service levels (eg, fill rate, on-time delivery) Inventory turnover Forecast accuracy Distress SKU management Key Stakeholders Collaboration across markets, factories, and copackers Reporting and alignment to Connected Planning Leads Leveraging disruptive concepts with Centre of Excellence Teams End-to-end supply chain optimization with Manufacturing and Demand Planning Teams The experience we're looking for Functional Supply systems/tools knowledge Demand/supply planning expertise - 2-5 years of experience in supply planning in FMCG business Capacity planning or Forecasting understanding Governance and stakeholder management Technical: SAP, Kinaxis RR and JDE ERP systems familiarity Analytical abilities for complex data Presentation and reporting proficiency The skills for success Supply Chain Management, Supply Planning, Demand Planning ,Advanced Analytics, Data Analytics, Supply Chain Planning,