61 To plan for raw material stock replenishment based on forecasted customer demand as well as other parameters like consumption history, safety stock set-up etc; 61 To plan and control the inventory level of raw materials to ensure availability of raw materials to meet production schedules, so as to allow for on-time completion of customer orders; 61 To leverage the inventory level of raw materials/semi-FG/FGs etc to achieve working capital target set by the company; 61 To interact with Customer Services department and sales divisions to improve sales forecast; 61 To improve material planning so as to minimize cost of import through air freight; 61 To interact with other Symrise affiliates for material planning activities; 61 To streamline and implement standard work procedures, i.e. SOPs; 61 To support the planning of new product launches and product discontinuations; 61 Production rationalization to optimize production capacity / lower production frequency; 61 Manage & reduce slow moving and obsolete raw materials; 61 Participate in Planning Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning and other relevant projects; 61 Other projects/daily works assigned by management.
Qualification requirement: - University degree in business or other related discipline. Must have 5+ years of management experience on planning, forecasting/modelling, or business analysis experience in a related industry; - Knowledge of the various qualitative & quantitative tools and techniques; - Understanding of product life cycle management; - Ability to handle multiple projects and responsibilities; - Able to communicate effectively up and down the organization; - Superior analytical and presentation skills; - Excellent written and verbal communication skills; - Strong communication and interpersonal skills, strong problem solving skills, quick-witted, confident to work with people at different levels, self-motivated and team spirit.