Supply Operations and Demand Planning Lead - EASA at Syngenta

Role Purpose

• Ensure the supply chain strategy is executed in the BA and delivers the needs of the business
• Drive the alignment and the implementation of common Crop Protection planning and ways of working and processes across the BA
• Lead the resolution of operational issues with cross BA geographical and functional boundaries: projects / launch of new products / mid-tier-SAS opportunities / escalations
• Manage BA operations in S&OP and PRESOP
• Drive process improvements with a focus on order management and logistics
• Lead Demand Planning Function supporting CP & SPS in EASA

Accountabilities

• Acting as the escalation point of contact for Crop Protection supply in BA facilitating communication between the different functions and supply chain planners
• Leading CP supply process capability improvement activities within the BA
• Providing operational support for any supply/logistics escalation and ensuring swift resolution
• Lead NPI creation in all systems, costing & go live
• Works closely with regional and global supply chain stakeholders to align COGS & GP analysis.
• Review of Market drivers and assumptions that have impact on business plan & LP
• OPEX champion for the BA
• Monitor, Review & report EVENTS, ATM
• Effective, transparent and accurate data management in BA operating systems including but not limited to GSAP, IBP, APO, QLIKSENSE.
• SPOC on BA Supply Operations issues.
• Review, Analyze Presop commitments before signing off by Finance
• Represent P&S in BA S&OP
• Forecast accuracy & implementation of forecast monitoring digital metrics.
• Liaise with Tolling & Logistics Planner to ensure the Toll Production Schedule is aligned on monthly basis.
• To use market information to negotiate better supply dates and to minimize stock out .
• Align EASA Forecast in IBP and with the A.I. Allocation plan; communicate to both Customer Service & Logistics Manager and BA Head.
• Ensure key inputs into IBP and SAP are done and that any arising problems are communicated immediately with suggestions for improvement.
• Review Kenya EDF events on monthly and advise the Commercial Team on Supply Chain progression.
• Achieve forecast accuracy for 90days plan in PRE-SOP; capture Lost sales and opportunities

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & CAPABILITIES

Critical Knowledge

• Business degree , Supply Chain qualification is added advantage
• A sound understanding of Supply Chain processes in a large organisation.
• A wide appreciation of Information Technology (SAP).
• An understanding of Logistics On Time In Full and On Time Delivery.

Critical Skills

• Demonstrate a high level of integrity.
• Demonstrate strong analytical Skills and alertness.
• Strong communication skills is a prerequisite.
• Creativity as well as strategic / forward looking thinker.
• Management of accurate records & Data.
• Must have ability to follow up , monitor and keep accurate records.

Critical Experience

• At least 3 years’ experience in a busy Supply Chain environment.
• Direct experience in IT based systems
• Experience in Sales operations & Supply Chain in a large / multinational organization.
• Working with teams with significant cross-functional interaction.
• Ability to meet strict reporting deadlines and working under minimal supervision