Inventory Planner

ABOUT YOU

Are you a detail-oriented, structured and agile professional with a passion for optimizing inventory and supply chain processes? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working with large portfolios? If you have a background in Supply Chain Planning and are proficient in financial analysis, SAP ECC and MS Excel, we want to hear from you!
 

ABOUT YOUR ROLE

As an Inventory Planner, you will support Supply Planning and act as the Supply Chain liaison on all inventory management-related matters. This tactical role involves the day-to-day execution of IBP & MRP defined processes for effective and efficient inventory planning across the network. You will support the SC organization with analytics and data integrity, review metrics to drive continuous improvements, and drive actions from ideation to execution for inventory optimization constraints (shortages and excesses) to improve order fulfillment. Additionally, you will provide visibility to our customers on recurrent obsolescence and back-up support to the Supply Chain Planning Team by managing inventory.
 

WHATS IN IT FOR YOU

•    Working Capital Optimization: Play a key role in optimizing working capital and managing inventory seasonality.
•    Obsolescence Management: Support the Sourcing Manager with the E2E Obsolete Inventory management process, risk mitigation, and accountability assignment.
•    Manufacturing Performance: Control material usage and waste, manage BOM changes, and support make-or-buy decisions.
•    Support Make or Buy Decision and Execution process: Review and drive action through metrics pertaining to Obsolescence and Excess inventory, as well as stock coverage.
•    Supply Planning Back-Up: Provide back-up support for production planning and order fulfillment.
•    Continuous Development: there are many facets of SC to discover and to improve. We are in constant evolution and so are you!
 

WHAT I NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

•    Relevant Bachelor or Master Degree, or similar experience.
•    Comfortable working with large portfolios and in a flexible/fast-moving environment.
•    Fluent in English, Spanish is a big plus.
•    SC Planning background.
•    Financial proficiency.
•    Experience with SAP ECC, and SNP.
•    Excellent skills in MS Excel.
•    Analytical skills and detail-oriented.
•    Mathematical proficiency.
•    Ability to work with and meet critical deadlines with good planning and organization.
 

YOUR FUTURE WITH US

Join our dynamic Supply Chain team in Amsterdam and contribute to our mission of optimizing inventory and improving order fulfillment. You will have the opportunity to work closely with various departments, including marketing, IT, and customer service, and drive continuous improvements in our supply chain processes. Your proactive approach and analytical skills will be key in mitigating risks and optimizing inventory levels, ensuring our customers receive the best service possible. You will join a supportive, international team who are always willing to help out and in for a laugh!
 

COMPETENCIES

OUR DEI COMMITMENT

At Suntory, we recognize that diverse knowledge, perspectives, and backgrounds contribute to our collective success. We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all individuals can bring their whole selves to work every day, regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or any other protected characteristic.

Our recruitment and selection processes are designed to highlight what Suntory offers as an employer while allowing candidates to share their unique skills and experiences. We understand that career trajectories vary, and if you believe your experience/background can benefit our team, we encourage you to apply. We endeavor to make our interview process as inclusive as possible and offer reasonable accommodations as needed. Together, we can cultivate a workplace where everyone can thrive and propel our mission of Growing for Good.

NEXT STEPS

Your application will be reviewed by our Talent Acquisition Specialist. You will be notified within 2 weeks if you are invited for a first screening interview.