**What's the Role?**:- Manage the flow of finished goods materials within the market organizations ensuring there is an optimization of inventory and service levels at all locations in line with the following company objectives:- Purchasing for business unit / trade basket portfolio(s)- Manage product availability to achieve corporate service levels- Manage inventory levels to achieve working capital targets- Support Regional Demand Planning team and sales channels in providing world class customer service**Who is Hilti?**:Hilti is where innovation is improving productivity, safety and sustainability in the global construction industry, and beyond. Where strong customer relationships are creating solutions that build a better future. Where there is pride and a sense of belonging across our 120 locations, carrying right into our lives and homes. Where people are exploring possibilities, leveraging their potential, owning their personal development and growing lasting careers.**What does the role involve?**:- Collaborate with Demand Planning team and Market Organizations to manage product portfolio(s)- Release of purchasing orders to ensure targeted product availability and optimum inventory levels with proactive management of system / planning alerts and communication to the organization- Manage inventory shortages ensuring that appropriate action is taken to resolve them with minimum cost & mínimal impact to customers including airfreight spent per BU- Ensure supply is aligned, at Business Unit (BU) level, with Annual Sales Plan and Forecasts- Prepare, present and lead the Demand and Supply Reconciliation calls with our Demand Planning team- Prepare and possibly contribute to the Markets monthly S&OP meetings- Ensure On-time / accurate execution of new product launches- Minimize obsolescence through tight purchasing controls and communication across the business. Initiate return to supplier and inter-company sales to reduce Obsolescence and Excess stock risks.- Own the inventory positioning topics, negotiate minimum order quantities, sourcing strategies and drive portfolio pruning and scrapping for each markets- Contribute to the Phase In / Phase Out process to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction while minimizing total logistics costs- Master data creation and maintenance of the planning tool (APO/JDA) and other system related master data (SAP)- Contribute pro-actively to the achievement of KPIs including product availability, days of stock, lead-time accuracy and obsolescence- Monitoring of operational performance indicators, system alerts and reporting to senior management- Support definition and execution of continuous improvement projects- Leverage SAP functionality, Hilti global processes and best practice benchmarks to enhance supply chain processes- Support team members with other duties from time to time as may be requiredWe are ranked globally as the Great Workplace to Work.**What do we offer?**:- We'll give you everything you need to excel in your role, including ongoing training and lots of responsibilities from the start. You'll enjoy a rare combination of autonomy and camaraderie, as you'll manage your own diary while being part of a friendly team.- We'll trust you to do whatever it takes to deliver outstanding results. Go the extra mile and we'll reward you with development and career opportunities as soon as you're ready for the next challenge.**What you need is**:**Minimum**- 5-6 years Demand/Supply Planning experience required- University Bachelor degree (planning, operations, logistics, or supply chain related field)- Proficient user of SAP R3 - DRP, Inventory Modules & Data Management- Proficient user of Microsoft Excel with experience in building advanced reports- Strong communication skills both verbal and written- Demonstrated analytical, problem solving, and can do attitude- Demonstrated assertive execution and follow-up skills- Strong interpersonal relationship, influencing & negotiation skills- Ability to prioritize & execute multiple tasks to achieve daily operational deadlines Ability to work with others, cross-functionally and cross-culturally, with a customer mindset**Preferred**- Experience using SAP APO/JDA - forecasting & purchasing modules- APICS Certification (CPIM module)- Experience using SAP BI reporting tools, specifically the use of BW Analyzer and BW workbooks- LEAN Certification, Six Sigma Green Belt, or higher**Why should you apply?**:We have an excellent mix of people, which we believe makes for a more vibrant, more innovative, more productive team. So, if you've never worked in construction, that's fine with us. Success at Hilti is down to teamwork and ability, regardless of your background.
