Senior SCM Demand Specialist - Maternity Cover

TN United Kingdom; Lyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior SCM Demand Specialist for maternity cover. This role is crucial in managing the operational efficiency of the SCM function, ensuring accurate demand forecasting, and collaborating with sales teams and logistics providers. The successful candidate will drive key projects, manage inventory effectively, and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. If you're passionate about supply chain management and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact while enjoying a hybrid work model and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Hybrid working – 3 days in the office and 2 days at home

Bonus scheme linked to performance

Pension contribution

Three volunteering days each year

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Additional day off for your birthday

Discounts on Samsung products

Access to a discount shopping portal

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or equivalent is required.
• Excellent skills in SAP and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate supply management and demand planning for key accounts.
• Analyze business performance and manage forecasts effectively.

Skills

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Numeracy Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Presentation Skills

Project Management

Data Analysis

Problem Solving

Account Management

Education

Degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

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Senior SCM Demand Specialist - Maternity Cover, Lyne

Client: SAMSUNG

Location: Lyne, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: b79c03345650

Job Views: 35

Posted: 11.04.2025

Expiry Date: 26.05.2025

Job Description:

Position Summary

This role is part of SEUK MX division and will have a key part in ensuring the efficient operational management of within the SCM function. The role will work within a team of SCM specialists responsible for handling the day to day SCM relationship with a number of key accounts. A core part of the role will be working with each of the sales team to ensure accurate forecasting is in place and that we run the function efficiently within established process. In addition, project managing key activities within the program; such as new launches in channels, end of life management and ensuring correct WOS management and sell out plan adherence.

Role and Responsibilities

1. Coordinate closely with HQ, Factory and 3rd party logistics service providers to handle inbound supply, highlighting any shortage issues and providing recommendations.
2. To be responsible for the demand management in SCM for the Mobile division with specific focus on category management which could cover any of the following categories: memory, NPC, Wearables, SMP, Tablet.
3. Analyse business performance with outlook on risks and opportunities.
4. Be the subject matter expert to provide recommendations and improvements on internal projects and discussions.
5. Coordinating weekly / monthly sales planning collaboratively with other functional teams and to support the commercial team to meet sales targets by bringing the optimal stock in on time.
6. Ownership of sell in forecasting in collaboration with Sales and Product Management with follow-up input in to GSCM.
7. Planning accurately to run optimal channel stocks in order to meet agreed targets (PSI management).
8. Submission for month end revenue target (Sokbo) and manage mid/long term forecast for target planning with PM (Shillheng).
9. Charing SCM Day meetings and provide analysis on business performance and flag critical issues. Summarise actions for the week to be reviewed.
10. Build strong relationships with HQ and factory contacts for 2 product groups. Communicate regularly for business directions and supply updates.
11. Liaise with 3rd party logistics company regarding inbound/outbound including securing booking slots.
12. Collaborate and handle expectations with internal contacts such as functional heads, PM team, commercial team and BSD.
13. Able to step in and represent for other demand planning managers during times of absence or assistance.

Skills and Qualifications

What we need for this role

1. Educated to degree level or equivalent.
2. Excellent skills in SAP, Microsoft office packages; in particular Excel.
3. Strong numeracy skills.
4. Strong verbal, written and presentation skills.
5. Demonstrable Experience of creating & implementing a structured channel plan and leading that to successful conclusion.
6. Good project management skills; achieving results through cross-functional teams.
7. Able to work in fast paced environment.
8. Structured and organised account management skill set.
9. An outgoing teammate who is highly motivated and passionate about what they do.
10. Ability to analyse data and articulate clearly the trends and implications of the data.
11. Skilled at planning, organising and solving problems.

What does success look like?

The candidate will need to be able to carry out day-to-day operational activities and be fully accountable for the supply aspect of the product. As a product matter expert, be able to use the knowledge to lead and provide solutions back to the business.

Benefits of working at Samsung include

1. Hybrid working – 3 days in the office and 2 days at home per week.
2. Bonus scheme linked to individual, team and company performance.
3. Pension contribution.
4. Three volunteering days each year.
5. Holiday - 25 days plus bank holidays and an additional day off for your birthday.
6. Access to discounts on a wide range of Samsung products.
7. Access to a discount shopping portal.

A note on equal opportunities

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our Company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.