Senior Demand Chain Manager

The purpose of this position is to support the management of the toys flow from and to the packaging facility (Invalvatore) and supervise its activity.

Planning  & Performance Reporting
•    Oversee the execution of our partner's planning activities, including production scheduling, material requirements, and inventory management to ensure operational efficiency and precision.
•    Collaborate with partner planning teams to develop and manage production schedules which align with supply capabilities and demand forecasts.
•    Maintain close collaboration with the Central Planning and Plant Planning teams to guarantee OTIF
•    Set appropriate inventory targets and monitor stock level, develop and execute recommendations in minimizing stock out and high stock coverage issues
•    Develop and implement the allocation volume between China and Vietnam invalvator, leveraging regional strengths to enhance overall supply chain performance.
•    In charge of critical cases and develop appropriate solution 
•    Contribute to the Planning & Logistic Pillar by sharing the best practice among different production Areas. 

Production Management
•    Continuously work to optimize production processes and reducing cycle through lean manufacturing to enhance product competitiveness.
•    Regularly monitor the performance of equipment and processes using the OEE metric, which considers availability, performance, and quality. Support partner to Conduct root cause analysis for recurring issues affecting OEE.
•    Verify the accuracy of the Bill of Materials to ensure that all necessary components and quantities are specified as quality guideline, and review regularly.
•    Communicate with central quality/marketing/BU/central planning to define the packing principle and variability guideline.  
•    Ensure that the production and financial data for each month are closed in a timely and accurate manner to facilitate reporting and financial analysis.
•    Risk management: Identifying and assessing potential risks in operation process, developing contingency strategies.
•    Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency and reduce cycle times.

Supply Chain Management
•    Overseeing and coordinate the logistics and transportation of raw materials and finish goods to ensure cost-effective and timely delivery
•    Implementing effective inventory management strategies to optimize stock levels, reduce carrying costs, and prevent stockouts or overstock situations.
•    Arrange the stock taking to ensure the stock accuracy.
•    Monitor system accuracy both for inbound and outbound.
•    Monitor the inventory adjustment and write off process.

Project Management
-    Led cross-functional projects in collaboration with other functions to ensure master plan completed on time.
-    Build a culture of continuous improvement to drive innovation and enhance production processes and SC process to reduce costs without compromising quality or delivery times.
-    Organize the training to partner production/management team. 
-    Support Head of operation Far East to make business scenario and strategy analysis for invalvator area.

•    University degree for Engineering/Statistical studies
•    10+ years of relevant experience required in an Industrial manufacturer of housewares, cosmetics, electronic goods or managing OEM manufacturing operations 
•    Have Extensive knowledge of the manufacturing industry, including an understanding of production processes, quality control standards, and supply chain management, cost analysis.
•    Demonstrable experience in overseeing the production of OEM products, including the ability to coordinate with Toll manufacturers and manage their expectations and requirements
•    Excellent mathematical and analytical abilities of big data
•    Excellent communication skill is essential, Maintaining effective communication with internal teams and external partners。
•    Have a leadership skill to manage and motivate a diverse team, fostering a culture of innovation.
•    Advanced level of English and fluency in Mandarin, with additional language skills being a plus.
•    Autonomous in travelling

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Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com.

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.
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