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*job context*supply network planning is a key role in the ibp process, as the supply network plan delivery will enable operations to meet the tactical and strategical horizon production requirements timely, efficient, and cost effective.
the supply network planner delivers an important piece of information for the ibp cycle, ensuring that supply network is properly planned and fulfilling the needs of the internal and external customers.the supply network planner role has typically a tactical planning horizon of 1 to 15 months, while delivering on a quarterly/semi-annually a strategic plan of 36 months rolling), both in monthly buckets.as this process and role is new to the organisation, it presents an exciting challenge for the incumbent to educate the organisation on the role of supply planning and the benefits it can bring.
the incumbent will need to be comfortable dealing with conflict and managing change at different levels of the organisation.
this will be supported by the supply chain manager, bu/opco operations director/manager and global ibp team.the level of the role depends on the scope and complexity, based on number of manufacturing plants and size & complexity of the product portfolio.the supply network planner works closely with the production & material planner.
depending on the size of the organization, these 3 planning roles maybe combined into one or two roles, merging the responsibilities of supply network planning, production planning and/or material planning*key accountabilities*- * supply network planning*- preparing an accurate supply network plan for specific product group(s) based on 1-15 months' time horizon which aims to meet the associated demand plan in the most effective manner, considering all relevant aspects of supply (capacity, raw material availability, formulation optimisation etc.
)- quarterly or semi-annually creating a strategic (36 months) supply network plan to identify potential supply constraints on the strategic horizon- prepare supply network plan scenarios to determine the best option to maintain supply considering total supply chain cost and customer service- establish strict deadlines with the key contributors to the supply network plan to ensure that information is available in time for the supply review- preparing the content for the monthly supply review, including where necessary, scenarios which aim to eliminate or at least minimise the gap between supply and demand.
where supply is greater than demand, this should be highlighted for the executive ibp meeting- monitor progress against the plan through frequent contact with production & material planning and the supply points / plant teams, consulting / informing of any adjustments as necessary, according to priorities, constraints & customer commitments