Supply Chain Manager Nutritionals LATAM

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YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Strong product availability for customers based on leading customer service KPI as agreed with business team (CFR) to develop Bayer CH towards #1 supplier through the eyes of the customer
• Established joined business plans with customer that drive incremental value for Bayer and customer.
• Full supply transparency for the customer with regards to Bayer CH products availability in short-, mid- and long-term.
• Ensure VOICE OF CUSTOMERS (thanks to strong customer engagement) is translated back into PRODUCT CATEGORY TEAMS to master their CASH- COST-SERVICE triangle via correct demand signal (target deliverable to PRODUCT TEAM is FCA and FCB)
• Clear join business building plans (to shape existing and future product portfolio) and product value equation (to enable design-to-value engineering)
• CASHFLOW: Minimal excess inventory at local Bayer affiliate and customer warehouse including production sites. - COST: Manage local PS P&L via: minimal Finished Goods write- offs in country (return and excess inventory related), cost-to- serve of PS organization and services post ex-works factory/CMO.
• Sits across multiple countries at regional level to identify untapped opportunities across channels / countries in the Supply Chain and Commercial area and to ensure balanced service levels across customers, company and markets to deliver Win-Win solutions. Exemplary key decisions the role is empowered to take on behalf of CH PS:
• TRADE TERMS: All supply related aspects of trade-terms (lead- times, MOQs, etc.)
• PORTFOLIO: Portfolio Optimization & Harmonization.
• CUSTOMER ALLOCATION / PRIORITIZATIONS - JOINT BUSINESS PLANNING: Any supply aspects / commitment within joint business planning - SUPPLY PLANNING: Support production and deployment plans for internal/external CMOs & sites.

WHO YOU ARE

• 3 to 5 years of experience on Supply Chain Management: Comprehensive understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes, including forecasting, demand planning, S&OP/IBP (Sales and Operations Planning/Integrated Business Planning), production planning/scheduling, material management and logistics.
• Experience on the Pharmeceutical, Consumer Goods, Automotive or related industries (Desired)
• Advanced English Speaker
• SAP Knowledge (ERP/APO) advanced knowledge including planning parameters and SNP functionalities.
• Basic knowledge of demand forecasting for the category, incorporating market trends, seasonality, and other relevant factors to enhance supply chain accuracy.
• Stakeholder Management: Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with and manage relationships with stakeholders at various levels,both internally (within the local business and regional management team) and externally.
• Business Acumen: A deep understanding of the local market's business dynamics, including market trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape, to effectively align supply chain strategies with business objectives.
• Acts with customers in mind; Gets firsthand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of customers
• Problem-solving and Decision-making: Quick and effective problem- solving skills, coupled with the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.

WHAT WE OFFER 

• Hybrid Working Style
• Full time employment contact
• Wide range of development opportunities
• Competitive salary
• Attractive benefits package
• Good working conditions and comfortable working environment

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Candidates who meet the requirements based on the job profile will be considered for employment regardless of physical disability, race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and will not be at a disadvantage if unemployed.