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Job Number #164364 - Selangor, Selangor, MalaysiaWho We AreColgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specialising in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core valuesxe2x80x94Caring, Inclusive, and Courageousxe2x80x94we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.Do you want to come to work with a smile and leave with one as well? In between those smiles, your day consists of working in a global organization, continually learning and collaborating, having stimulating discussions, and making impactful contributions!If this is how you see your career, Colgate is the place to be!Our dependable household brands, dedicated employees, and sustainability commitments make us a company passionate about building a future to smile about for our employees, consumers, and surrounding communities. The pride in our brand fuels a workplace that encourages creative thinking, champions experimentation, and promotes authenticity which has contributed to our enduring success.If you want to work for a company that lives by their values, then give your career a reason to smile...every single day.OverviewThe Manager, Supply Planning role is responsible for synchronizing demand and supply around certain product categories or specified SKU portfolios. This person acts as the primary contact, bridging the distributor and Production Planners at production facilities (CP and Contract manufacturers) and responsible for translation of the demand plan into inventory requirements within the supply network while optimizing customer service and carrying costsWhat you will doBalancing Demand and Supply xe2x80x93 Executes daily/weekly/monthly planning cycle priorities ensuring: Product availability at DCxe2x80x99s., Right-Sized inventory levels and synchronization of new product introduction and sourcing transitions.Demand plan collaboration with Commercial Team and distributorSustain demand plan accuracy in system planning with right assumptionShipments -Work closely with supplying country to ensure on time shipment documentation with full compliance.Work closely with forwarding agent to ensure on time custom clearance and delivery to distributorBalance of Service vs Cost xe2x80x93 optimizes customer service at the minimum cost level.Supply Resolution xe2x80x93 utilizes system alerts to identify and resolve supply shortages/overstocks.Data Analytics xe2x80x93 uses supply chain data and tools to drive information-based decisions.Support continuous improvement initiatives xe2x80x93 develops and implements best practices related to finished goods replenishment, inventory management, system utilization and review planning parameters.Collaboration xe2x80x93 identify and close gaps with Demand Planning, Production Planning, Transportation, Warehouse Operations and Customer Service to achieve efficient, cost effective supply planning in meeting CS&L service and cost goals/KPI's and improving supplier responsiveness.System/Process Development - Executes "Best Practice" supply planning processes identified by leadership to maximize customer service, minimize cost, and optimize inventory.QualificationsMinimum Bachelor Degree in Business Administration; B.S. in Engineering, Finance, Logistics or equivalent experience.Minimum of 4 years experience of Supply Planning in Consumer Goods or ManufacturingStrong technical knowledge and experience with SAP/APO/PPDS/IBP tools requiredPreferred QualificationsExperience in operations managementExperience in systems configuration and maintenanceBasic knowledge of SAP & APOStrong computer literacy (particularly in Microsoft Excel, with competency in pivot tables and macro functionality)Ensure the business continuity by managing the supply disruptions and demand surges#LI-GB1Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Achieving our purpose starts with our people xe2x80x94 ensuring our workforce represents the people and communities we serve xe2x80x94and creating an environment where our people feel they belong; where we can be our authentic selves, feel treated with respect and have the support of leadership to impact the business in a meaningful way.Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this should you require accommodation.#LI-Hybrid

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