Senior Supply and Demand Manager

Job Description

About Abbott Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology. Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You will have access to: Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. Amazing health and wellness benefits and perks. A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. The role works for Abbott Nutrition. Our nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow to keeping adult bodies strong and active. Millions of people around the world count on our leading brands – including Similac, PediaSure, Ensure, Glucerna – to help get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest life. The position is responsible for establishing and upholding the quality and consistency of the Supply, Demand and Forecasting process of ANI ANZ. Responsibilities: Supply Supply Outlook and Reliability Supply Coordination Cost Leadership projects Distressed inventory reduction Standard cost calculation and packaging materials availability VAS Capacity review and recommendation Develop, streamline and improve supply function within the business Acting as first point of call for our sales teams on stock situations and resolving issues including stock movement between depots according to FEFO rule GS1 management Stock release monitoring and approval to manage products on scarce status Managing stock expiration and pricing Monitor incoming shipments & MAS conformance Send weekly backorder reports for AU & NZ Periodic reporting and analysis both locally and globally Review, prioritize and move stock as needed in various accounts and distributors Liaise with ALOG/NOLA on day-to-day stock issues and inquiries Update changes to the supply plan via the weekly publish KPI tracking & trends - distributors as well as internal Excess & obsolescence reporting Demand Demand Planning & Forecasting Business Planning Simulation of To-Market Sales and In-Market Sales based on the target CDOH and offtake projections Calculation/Calibration of In-Market Sales and To-Market Sales by SKU and channel for RLBE loading Affiliate Demand Statements S&OP Demand Review Reviewing and challenging assumptions, vulnerabilities and opportunities Baseline forecasting Forecast accuracy improvement Testing and Implementation of forecasting tools Strategic direction and prioritization for planning tasks Working with Demand Planning team on all risks to supply stability KPI tracking & trends - distributors as well as internal Excess & obsolescence reporting Forecasting to ensure adequate stock levels held in depots Maintain stock levels in line with demand and customers' expectations Manage logistics services - freight (ocean, air, surface), warehouse, 3PL Periodic reporting and analysis both locally and globally Qualifications and Experience Essential: Qualification in Supply Chain Management or similar field Desirable: Background in demand/supply planning or complex analytical and numerical roles Competencies and Attributes Experience in dealing with a large number of SKUs Developed knowledge of inventory management software, spreadsheets, and databases; proficient in computer-based programs specifically Excel Excellent relationship management skills High level of analytical skills Demonstrated experience in creating and implementing new processes and procedures #J-18808-Ljbffr