Role Title: Personal Care Integrated Planning Pre-Banded Packs and Execution Planner
Function: Customer Operations - Integrated Planning
Location: Bonifacio Stopover Corporate Center
Terms & Conditions: Full Time
ABOUT UNILEVER
Unilever is the place where you can bring your purpose to life with the work that you do – creating a better business and a better world. You will work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. You will lead innovations, big and small, that will make our business win and grow. You will learn from brilliant business leaders and colleagues who provide mentorship and inspiration so that you can become a better you.
INTEGRATED PLANNING
The Integrated Planning team ensures the seamless coordination and optimization of the entire supply chain. This involves synchronizing demand forecasting, inventory management, and replenishment processes to maintain product availability and meet customer needs efficiently. By leveraging data analytics and digitization, the Integrated Planning team aims to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and support Unilever's commitment to sustainability and customer satisfaction.
JOB PURPOSE
Unilever is the place where you can bring your purpose to life with the work that you do – creating a better business and a better world. If you are interested in driving impactful tactics and ensuring our brands lead the market through smooth and reliable supply operations for promotions, then this role is just for you!
WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE
Supply Planning for Pre-Banded Packs
Plan production for Pre-Banded Packs (PBPs) across all Personal Care categories (Deodorants, Oral Care, Skin Cleansing)Ensure supply readiness and high level of service for all PBP wavesEstablish and sustain collaborative relationships with sourcing unit and suppliersManage working capital targets to agreed management levelsLead Pre-Production meeting and checklist before running every wave/schemeMonitor availment and depletion of PBPs and flag any issues accordinglyProject Management for Pre Banded Packs
Ensure OTIF implementation of PBPsLead network discussions on all PBPs and ensure updates and actions are done accordingly during PT (Project Team) meetingsEnsure all known supply chain risks are raised and tabled during PT meetingsEnsure early management meetings happen prior to Pre-Production meetingEM1 – Kick-offEM2 – Risk AssessmentEM3 – Production ReadyMaterial Planning (RPM – CM: ZBC, Exal)
PM - Close coordination with PM suppliers, traders to ensure OTIF delivery of materials to CM for production. Weekly SDS and MonitoringResolve RM Issue review flagged by ZBC/Exal/INEX (e.g. urgent stock delivery, locating in transit/missing RM) and support crisis management related to material executionManage unexpected plan shutdowns or extraordinary events communication to L2.Align Line Scheduling to make changes to Production plan based on Supplier confirmationEnsure accurate factory inventories and <5% inventory error (system vs actual)Collaborate with INEX on accuracy of RPM WH inventoryManual PO creation for PM - CM (ST, SS, labels, etc.) - based on weekly LTPEnsure materials under innovations and transitions are well received and kept in the CM factoryReview expired RMs/PMs for SL Extension actions with QA alignment and signoff - CMCollaborate with PM supplier in ensuring accurate inventory of expired, delisted, damaged & obsoleteMonitor actual execution of disposal of obsolete, damaged, and delisted RMPMExperiences & Qualifications
2-3 years of experience in Supply Chain operations, specifically in planningBusiness understanding on promos/tacticsWorking knowledge of supply chain management principlesBasic knowledge of planning skills and toolsExcellent oral and written communication skillsAbility to manage multiple projectsBias for action and strong follow up skillsGood Microsoft Excel skillsBasic SAP knowledge is an assetUnderstanding of supplier relationships and some experience of working with suppliersKnowledge of lean techniques may be advantageousSkills
Good communicator with the ability to form and maintain good relationships internally and externallyStrong interpersonal, negotiation and influencing skillsResults oriented and organised with the ability to plan and deliver against deadlinesStrong analytical, planning and problem solving skillsInventory managementPlanning masteryRisk managementProject management skillsExcellent attention to detailWe highly encourage applicants to exclude information on age, gender, and school/s in view of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. Unilever assesses candidates based on skills, performance, experience and leadership.
Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.