Job DescriptionAs a market planner, you will be part of the Supply Chain Management team ofMalaysia and APAC Export Markets responsible for management of demand forecastingand supply processes to support the achievement of sales objectives and departmentscorecard in the most efficient and cost effective manner.Responsibility areas :Demand Forecasting (KPI - FC Accuracy) Responsible to provide monthly article baseline forecast to respective Country Salesand alignment of forecast with market owner and market strategy.
Perform analysis on demand trending and FC development.
Actively monitoring openorder development against demand & sales.
Review FC on article & product group leveland adapt APO DP demand FC accordingly on weekly basis.
Coordinating different FC estimations between Salesforce and an own evaluationand/or strategic goals to ensure a consistent FC.
Prepare FC accuracy analysis per market & product group under individual planner'sresponsibility, and submit on time.Forecast Confirmation (KPI - Confirmed Demand %)Update weekly PSI; follow up shortage articles with related plants; responsible toensure achievement of acceptable confirmed demand % using PSI format.
Check and ensure system replenishment plan (up to 12 weeks) to RDCs are as per FCsplit.
Monitor plan supply versus actual supply from plants, follow up on shortfall andhighlight to Country Sales and Stock Mgt.
team if there is any major supply shortfall.Management of articles Phasing In/Out and Promotion Provide regular updates to Country Sales on SOPs/availability dates for new articles.
Alignment of FC for all phase-in and phase-out articles on changes in SOPs.
Make random checking on open order and advise COD to change order RDD or deleteorder (if necessary) for phase in and phase out articles according to latest SOPs.Stock Management (KPIs - Inventory Turns, Customer Service Level & Slow/Dead stock%) Work out articles' Safety Stock Level for RDCs.
Analysis & highlight safety stock levelon quarterly basis for high FC error articles including Safety Stock Level for phase in &phase out articles.
Identify slow/dead stock by RDCs.
Ensure month end and year end inventory target is achieved by pro-actively monitoring and push inventory structure.FC Systems Handling (APO DP & MADA) Check MADA parameters regularly and ensure setting are as per agreedreplenishment strategy for RDCs.
Check and ensure APO DP data is updated, highlight on any irregularities.Data Analysis & Reporting Support request from Plant Operation, Market Distribution or Market Demand on datarequest or data analysis as and when required.
Review monthly KPI reports for markets & product group responsible.
Preparefindings based on tracking reports and investigation.Others Provide support and training of Forecasting related matter to the Sales/COD teamwhen necessary Make some customer visit with Sales team to understand customer needs andmarket problems.QualificationsEducation: Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing or Supply ChainExperience: Prior demand planning experience is added advantage.Skills:- Strong analytical skills- Proficiency with MS Excel- Knowledge of SAP APO module- Good verbal and written communication skills in English- Fast learner, self driven to be independent and collaborative at workAdditional Information• At Continental, we let your ideas shape the future to make a meaningful difference inthe world, and to themselves.• Opportunity to gain global experience and build networks from international mobilityacross our vast organization.• Competitive salary, bonuses and pension contributions.
Beyond that, you'll enjoygenerous leave, medical care and a highly competitively staff benefits package.• We foster our people's talent so they can master their career journeys and realizetheir greatest potential.• Open, inspiring and rewarding corporate culture• Flexible working conditions that help you enjoy your work-life balance