BAT is evolving at pace - truly like no other organisation.
To achieve the ambition, we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be a part of this journey!
BAT POLAND IS LOOKING FOR A SUPPLY NETWORK PLANNER
SENIORITY LEVEL: Experienced professional
FUNCTION: Supply Network Operations
TYPE OF CONTRACT: Permanent
START DATE: As soon as possible
LOCATION: Warsaw, Poland – DBS Hub
If you are a Master of Planning with experience in FMCG market or you just have been part of such a project for the first time and you really enjoy it, then you should know that we would be delighted to meet you! We welcome people at all seniority levels!
We are opening a new and innovative Supply Chain HUB in Warsaw with more than 100 professionals who will coordinate the deployment of regionally and locally driven Supply Network initiatives. Can you imagine how different and countless opportunities are waiting for you at every corner?
ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES
The purpose of the role is to deliver an optimal Supply Network Plan from Factories to Customers for the designated Sub Area with the Region.
Reports to: Supply Network Manager
Reporting Level: manages self – no direct reports
Geographic Scope: regionally
WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR
- Create and deliver the Supply Network Plan to meet customer requirements across the Global Supply Chain Network in line with the standard planning process.
- Identify risks/issues and manage exceptions through the Weekly Planning Process to:
- Avoid Out of stock and deliver On Time in Full.
- Highlight and solve internal demand and capacity imbalances
- Investigate and provide Root Cause Analysis and Mitigation Plans through engagement with cross-functional stakeholders.
- Manage variations to New Product Introduction project timelines
- Communicate upcoming exceptional cost and seek relevant approval for execution
- Ensure the Supply Network Plan is in line with approved stock targets and drive inventory performance and working capital optimization to reduce overall Supply Chain cost
- Ensure completeness and correctness of Master Data (APO SNP & ECC) to drive accuracy through planning systems
- Adhere to all processes and procedures as per defined Operating model
CAN THIS BE YOUR FUTURE ROLE?
- Are you familiar with SAP APO/ERP Systems?
- Do you have experience in a FMCG company managing planning processes?
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND KNOWLEDGE
- University degree (Supply Chain, Business, Economics, or Engineering)
- Experience in a FMCG company managing planning processes
- SAP APO/ERP System knowledge and Excel skills are strong assets
- Fluency in English
- Good understanding of Planning processes.
- Profound analytical and planning skills
- Strong collaboration and influencing skills
- Coordination and problem-solving skills across multiple markets/factories and multiple issues
- Good numerical skills
BENEFICIAL
- Experience with ERP/Planning systems
- FMCG and/or consumer electronics supply chain experience
WE ARE BAT
At BAT we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at BAT.
- Global Top Employer with 53,000 BAT people across more than 180 markets
- Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
- Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations
- Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women’s Day Best Practice winner
- Seal Award winner – one of 50 most sustainable companies
BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER
Collaboration, diversity, and teamwork underpin everything we do here at BAT. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference!