MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE This position leads the inventory management, purchasing, warehousing, distribution, forecasting and customer service activities to limit costs and improve efficiency and operation process. It also drives the monthly Sales & Operations (S&OP) Planning Process for assigned product lines, including development & implementation of strategies to support product launch planning, inventory & obsolescence management, product rationalization and monitoring of key demand planning performance indicators. Main Responsibilities Demand Planning & Forecasting Lead monthly S&OP review meetings and challenge the assumptions and numbers provided in the analysis to solicit functional knowledge to improve forecast accuracy. Submit periodic Net Requirement Forecast through SAP, based on cross-functional discussions, analyses on sales forecast, new product launches, phase-In/out schedule, etc. Work closely with sales and marketing teams, regulatory, global planning, finance, and local supply chain team striving to provide and accurate demand signal. Supply Planning Generate POs and manage it by system. Minimize manual process Handle Sales Order and shipments, liaising closely with Distributor, regulatory, both regional and global planning to secure the allocation. Follow up and expedite shipment with manufacturing centers. Inventory Planning and Control Monitor excess or aged stocks by connecting sales & marketing on clearance plan and RCA as well as warehouse on execution to minimize the write off Ensure all SOPs are in place and comply with procedure detailed Monitor DOH and drive DOH reduction Monitor backorder and Line Fill Rate Manage stakeholders when there is a crisis on supply and give solution to minimize exposure risk Distributor Management To support in the performance management of Abbott's distributor with scheduled and timely monitoring Reporting Ensure all reports (regional monthly Demand Forecast File, DOH inventory report, Inventory Aging report, Monthly KPI report and out-of-stock report) are submitted on time Maintain forecasts and planning factors in demand planning system Continuous Improvement Execute continuous improvement of forecasting process while maintaining costs and scrap rate at appropriate level Drive inventory optimization, freight and DOH for cost saving Other Functions & Responsibilities Required to pass the trade compliance and be Abbott certified classifier Execute the job responsibilities according to applicable standard operating procedures of Abbott Prepare for Audits, Compliances, etc., Documentations Ensure applicable SOP of Abbott executed. Backup Customer Service/ Freight & Distribution functions and when required. Ad hoc projects MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIEN Bachelor's Degree or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) is an added advantage At least 10 years of working experience in similar roles Strong analytical capability and planning skill Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively (verbal, written & presentation skill) in English Excellent interpersonal skills to handle issues impacting the balance of supply and demand Able to work independently and as part of team Able to organize and prioritize work Demonstrates computer literacy with high numerical accuracy in supply chain management Sap, Customer Service, Continuous Improvement, Purchasing, Audits, Warehousing, Inventory Management, Inventory Planning, Communication, Forecasting, Documentation, Compliances, Distributor Management, analytical capability , trade compliance, Distribution, Demand Planning, Supply Chain Management, Supply Planning, Computer Literacy, Interpersonal Skills
