Demand / Supply Senior Planner

Description
Kenvue is currently recruiting for:
Demand & Supply Senior Planner
This position reports into Manager of Supply Chain and is based at Chiyoda, Tokyo .
Who We Are
At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we're the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON'S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent. Our global team is made up with 22,000 diverse and brilliant people, passionate about insights, innovation and committed to deliver the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means to have the power to impact life of millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage - and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future-and yours. For more information, click here.
What You Will Do
The position is responsible for:
The Demand & Supply Planner is responsible for delivering customer service level that is competitive in Japan market, balanced with optimal inventory investment based on demand plan developed in line with commercial strategies. In this role, planner provides supply chain expertise and lead discussions in S&OP process to make decisions on demand and supply, ensure execution of the supply plan partnering with APSC and other functions in supply chain. Success in this role will require effective communication with key stakeholders, deep understanding on supply chain, agility to react on unexpected events, proactive planning on potential events, and ability to identify approaches which meets both demand initiatives and supply capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
Sales & Operations Planning, Collaboration:
• Lead local S&OP processes within franchise team collaborating with key stakeholders in demand management, align on monthly rolling forecast in line with latest trend and business strategies.
• Identify demand/supply gap vs business target, figure out opportunities to close gap partnering with key stakeholders.
• Drive discussion in regional S&OP processes partnering with APSC, maximize supply chain capabilities to support business growth with optimal level of inventory.
• With collaboration of franchise team, develop franchise initiatives, and goals which matches overall business strategies.
Customer Service
• Ensure all key stakeholders understand key processes which contribute to customer service.
• Drive discussion on demand/supply scenarios for items with potential risk, minimize impact by partnering with APSC, 3PL, and local team.
• Collaborate with local Sub Con Planner to ensure optimal customer service outcomes for locally reworked products.
• Analyze reasons for service failures, recommend and drive initiatives to prevent future occurrences.
Inventory Management
• Agree on optimal safety stock level with APSC to ensure customer service levels are met with effective level of inventory.
• Review inventory related opportunities with franchise team, ensure the business derives maximum financial return on its inventory.
NPI / NPD
• Partnering with project management team and APSC to ensure on-time demand/supply planning and execution towards launch.
• Post-launch demand/supply management to achieve customer service and optimal inventory level.
What We Are Looking For
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in any discipline
• Minimum 3years of professional experience in any sectors (Consumer Health / Medical / Pharmaceutical / Retails / Manufacturing)
• Experience in S&OP process is preferred.
• Software skills: Advanced Ms. Excel / PowerPoint / Words
• Knowledge of SAP R/3 and APO is an added advantage.
• Languages: English and Japanese
Qualifications
What We Are Looking For
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in any discipline
• Minimum 3years of professional experience in any sectors (Consumer Health / Medical / Pharmaceutical / Retails / Manufacturing)
• Experience in S&OP process is preferred.
• Software skills: Advanced Ms. Excel / PowerPoint / Words
• Knowledge of SAP R/3 and APO is an added advantage.
• Languages: English and Japanese
What's In It For You
• Competitive Benefit Package
• Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time, Summer Fridays & More!
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Employee Resource Groups
Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.