SKILLS

MRP/ERP systems SAP MS Excel Supply system experience Communication skills Problem-solving skills Inventory management Purchase order management

FULL DESCRIPTION

CMO Planner

• Timely and precise creation, change, and deletion of purchase orders in line with the MRP system. • Review and receipt of order confirmations. • Monitor the status of open purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery of all materials, including timely resolution, communication, and mitigation of potential problems. • Maintain agreed inventory levels. • Expedite materials to support demand changes. • Understand, resolve and communicate supplier downtime/material shortages. • Manage collections/deliveries (including release documentation) via controlled transport. • Set-up, monitor and maintain supplier and material information within the SAP system. • Management/implementation of artwork changes in line with license submission requirements. • Work with Goods In, Finance and Suppliers to reconcile discrepancies in receiving and invoicing. • Prepare monthly/quarterly supplier forecasts and supplier scorecards. • Maintaining robust and collaborative relationships to enhance supply chains (including suppliers, logistics and freight companies, multiple departments in-house). • Attend Team/Project Meetings. • Notify Procurement Manager of any supply issues/pricing issues. • Assume such other appropriate responsibilities as assigned by the Procurement Manager.

Competencies

• Supply system experience essential, SAP experience preferred but not essential. • Experience with MRP/ERP systems. • Excellent communication skills. • Strong organisational and problem-solving skills. • Ability to multi-task and prioritise. • Strong attention to detail. • Proficiency in MS Excel and other office applications.

Knowledge and Experience

• Typical Years of Experience- Minimum of 3 years material buying and planning in a manufacturing setting. • Minimum Expected Education- Level 4 – Higher Level Certificate.