Overview:The Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP) process is an automated process. The responsibility of the DRP planner is to identify, review & resolve exceptions, maintain accuracy & update DRP parameters.The accountability of the role is to run the DRP process for a group of supply sourcing lanes so that efficient vehicle movements of product can be deployed to the right locations on time for target customer service to be achieved. The role holder will spend significant time parameterizing the Pro-link planning tool so that move recommendations are optimised and will continually update plans as and when demand or supply disruptions require itThis role will be recruited GBS as of 2023 and as such there will be a level of initial ambiguity in activity as the processes are adopted across during transition. It is expected that the role will therefore require an initial flexibility of approach as processes are primarily fixed then shifted and improved over following strategy cycles. Responsibilities:Responsibilities:Keep the automated DRP process running smoothly.Manage inventory deployment, trans-shipments, and network design to make sure products arrive on time and in the right place.Lead the regional exception-based planning process and push for continuous improvement.Investigate the root causes of trans-shipments or expedited losses, and create action plans to improve systems or processes.Partner closely with customer service, demand planning, and supply planning to ensure accuracy and efficiency.Promote system use and provide insights to improve future tools and processes.Keep deployment lead times in the system updated and accurate.Adjust safety stock levels dynamically for finished goods.Qualifications:Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree completed (Engineering preferred).Experience in Distribution Planning or related Supply Planning tasks.Knowledge of product category planning.Experience with ERP systems (SAP is a plus).Solid skills in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel)Fluent English (spoken and written).Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.Comfortable working with numbers.
