Position Summary
Why join our team?
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
Coordinate closely with HQ, Factory and 3rd party logistics service providers to handle inbound supply, highlighting any shortage issues and providing recommendations. The individual will also contribute to the ongoing improvement initiatives around the current supply chain process, on hand ageing inventory and production PO proposal processes.
1. 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
2. Analyse business performance with outlook on risks and opportunities
3. Be the subject matter expert to provide recommendations and improvements on internal projects and discussions
4. 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.
5. Ownership of sell in forecasting in collaboration with Sales and Product Management with follow-up input in to GSCM.
6. Planning accurately to run optimal channel stocks in order to meet agreed targets (PSI management)
7. Submission for month end revenue target (Sokbo) and manage mid/long term forecast for target planning with PM (Shillheng)
8. Charing SCM Day meetings and provide analysis on business performance and flag critical issues. Summarise actions for the week to be reviewed.
9. Build strong relationships with HQ and factory contacts for 2 product groups. Communicate regularly for business directions and supply updates.
10. Liaise with 3rd party logistics company regarding inbound/outbound including securing booking slots.
11. Collaborate and handle expectations with internal contacts such as functional heads, PM team, commercial team and BSD
12. 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
To be successful, you will possess the following skills and attributes:
13. Educated to degree level or equivalent
14. Excellent skills in SAP, Microsoft office packages; in particular Excel
15. Strong numeracy skills
16. Strong verbal, written and presentation skills
17. Demonstrable Experience of creating & implementing a structured channel plan and leading that to successful conclusion
18. Good project management skills; achieving results through cross-functional teams
19. Able to work in fast paced environment
20. Structured and organised account management skill set.
21. An outgoing teammate who is highly motivated and passionate about what they do.
22. Ability to analyse data and articulate clearly the trends and implications of the data
23. 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
24. Hybrid working – 3 days in the office and 2 days at home per week
25. Bonus scheme linked to individual, team and company performance
26. Pension contribution
27. Three volunteering days each year
28. Holiday - 25 days plus bank holidays and an additional day off for your birthday
29. Access to discounts on a wide range of Samsung products
30. 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.
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