Supply Planner

CommScope, Inc.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology firm in Singapore is seeking a Supply Planner to oversee end-to-end supply chain processes. You'll be responsible for balancing customer service with cost optimization and managing inventory effectively. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree, over 5 years of experience in supply chain management, and strong analytical skills. This role offers the chance to connect your career with innovative technology in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of related experience.
• APICS certification preferred.
• Strong background in supply chain management.

Responsibilities

• Execute Global Planning activities as the communication focal point.
• Design and publish reports on forecasts and inventory.
• Own Supply review meetings for demand-supply balance.
• Mitigate issues to debottleneck operations.
• Engage in NPI activities with Engineering and Sales.

Skills

E2E Supply Chain Management

Analytical capabilities

Production control systems (SAP)

Master scheduling

Forecasting

Procurement

Planning supply chain

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

Supply Planner

Req ID: 80361

Location:

Singapore, Singapore, Singapore

In our ‘always on’ world, we believe it’s essential to have a genuine connection with the work you do.

Responsible for planning processes within the segment (Advisory on plant based scheduling and raw material MRP). Drives E2E accountability for IBP Demand and Supply reviews and supply chain planning design and execution across Business Unit, including maintaining healthy inventory levels and execution of mitigating actions. Partners with Operations Management and PLM with the primary goal of balancing the competing objectives of maximising customer service, minimising supply chain costs & optimizing working capital.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Execute Global Planning activities by being the focal point of communication with the BU and Operations leads
• Design, coordinate and publish periodic reports pertaining to forecast / Inventory and Operations relevant to current business requirements
• First point of contact for escalations
• Owns the Supply review meetings, enabling balancing of demand and supply by facilitating cross-functional adjustments
• Track actions resulting from Supply review meetings, ensuring completion of prior tasks
• Partner with Operations to ensure capacity levels are managed in support of the consensus forecast
• Mitigate and solve escalated issues to debottleneck supply chain operations
• Analyze and agree Inventory targets at a global and plant level; Publish excess inventory reports
• Monitoring and reporting on cross-functional KPIs to ensure effective IBP process
• Work with Operations to optimize capacity utilization while meeting customer demand
• Engage in NPI activities with Engineering / Sales and PLM to support speed to market initiatives
• Measure, support and develop local entity planners
• Ability to travel Globally

Skills Required:

• Experience in E2E Supply Chain Management across both Supply Chain strategy and planning
• Understanding of analytical capabilities to support/challenge unconstrained demand forecasts
• Knowledge of production control systems, specifically SAP required
• Minimum of a four year Bachelor’s Degree and 5+ years of related experience
• APICS (American Production & Inventory Control) certification preferred. CPIM (Certified Production and Inventory Management) and CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) certifications are desirable
• Strong background in master scheduling, forecasting, procurement and planning supply chain
• Holds self and organization accountable for high quality results
• Strong interpersonal skills (e.g., fostering trust, collaborating with colleagues in other organizations, managing conflict, empowering teams)

Why CommScope:

CommScope is on a quest to deliver connectivity that empowers how we live, work, and learn. Our employees push the boundaries of communications technology that enables game‑changing discoveries like 5G, the Internet of Things, and gigabit speeds for everyone, everywhere. With our unmatched expertise in copper, fiber, and wireless infrastructure, our global clients rely on us to outperform today and be ready for the needs of tomorrow.

If you want to grow your career alongside bright, passionate, and caring people who strive to create what's next…come connect to your future at CommScope.

Learn more about how we're on a quest to connect the future and build what's next.

CommScope is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO), including people with disabilities and veterans. If you are seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process, please contact us to submit your request at [e-mail]. You can also learn more about CommScope’s accommodation process and EEO policy at https://jobs.commscope.com/eeo

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