As part of the Supply process the purpose of this role is to cost-effectively ensure 100% availability of materials to the production lines to ensure Customer Service whilst balancing cost and inventory. OPERATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES Ensures that all materials are available to meet agreed production plans whilst maintaining stocks within agreed company targets. Examines material schedules, reviews orders and call-offs, and brings any issues to the attention of the Demand Planner/Scheduler. Negotiates short notice/urgent requirements with Suppliers, Warehouse and Security. Proactively negotiates, observes and maintains information flow between suppliers and Sourcing Unit personnel to maintain a responsive supply chain. Adherence to the weekly IVMI (Internal Vendor Managed Inventory) process, identify improvement areas. Work closely with suppliers and obsolete planner to ensure minimal obsolete. Keeps suppliers regularly informed about delists and removing stock build targets to avoid obsolete materials after last productions. Occasionally back-up the RPM planners on daily tasks (preparation of delivery schedule, forecast, DCIW resolution, etc). KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Service – Ensure world class customer service from the Leeds SU. VR/OR – Ensure material availability to support volume output reliability of the SU. Cost – Minimize OLE impacts to site and minimize business waste. Cash – Adhere to RPM inventory glidepath. Quality – Ensure product changes happen in a coordinated manner to avoid quality issues. Desired Skills and Experience Experience in planning (preferably R&P planning). SAP (S1P) advanced knowledge. Advanced MS Excel knowledge. Analytical mindset. Good team player.
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