Job Description
In this role, you will be responsible for Supply and Inventory Planning within the Medium & Low Speed Division at Accelleron Switzerland AG. Your focus will be on ensuring the right balance between demand and supply while maintaining optimized inventory levels. You will also identify and address supply risks to ensure smooth operations.
Reporting to the Global Planning & Fulfilment Manager, this position requires strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills to effectively balance costs with customer demand and manage potential supply chain disruptions.
Your Responsibilities
- Collect data to generate a constrained supply plan, lead rough-cut capacity planning, and link it to the demand plan to develop and execute both short- and long-term supply strategies.
- Analyze outputs and coordinate with production while providing inputs into the Global Integrated Business Planning (IBP) cycle regarding supply risks and constraints.
- Identify capacity constraints through in-depth analysis and recommend short- and long-term solutions, collaborating with production teams to align supply with demand.
- Recognize potential supply chain risks and disruptions and contribute to the development of contingency plans. Drive improvement initiatives by addressing key root causes of non-performance.
- Assess the impact of the supply plan on expected inventory levels and monitor inventory optimization actions to prevent shortages or excess. Coordinate cross-functional activities for inventory reduction and conduct financial risk assessments related to inventory decisions.
- Coordinate and track progress with the Production Team and management for outsourcing initiatives. Collaborate with external vendors and Category Managers to optimize capacity and ensure material availability.
- Generate reports on supply and demand data, inventory levels, and overall supply chain performance for management review. Provide vital inputs into the IBP cycle for supply risks and constraints.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supply chain efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Your Background
- A Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field. Project Management Certification or equivalent is a plus.
- Over 8 years of proven experience in Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP), demand, supply, and inventory planning, or a similar role within a manufacturing environment.
- Exceptional ability to analyze complex data, identify patterns and issues, develop innovative solutions, and make data-driven decisions.
- Strong organizational skills, with the capacity to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills to foster collaboration with internal teams and external partners.
- Experience with supply chain management software, along with advanced proficiency in Power BI and Microsoft Excel, including the ability to construct complex data models from various data sources.
- A solid understanding of market trends and the financial implications of supply chain operations, with a proven track record of implementing supply chain best practices.
- Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and priorities effectively.
Your Benefits
- Canteen
- Childcare
- Modern office, smart working
- Flexible working model
- Attractive holiday plan
- Remote work policy
- Employee assistance program
Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered. We look forward to receiving your application. To learn more about Accelleron, please visit our website at accelleron.com.
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