Supply & DRP Planner

Level I-5The planner creates short- and long-term plan at item/location level of planned stock movements across the distribution network in order to meet customer service and operational targets. Planner is responsible for providing analyticalsupport to the planning process. Provides accurate information to both business customers and support teams through the correct use of all information technology systems. Displays flexibility and adaptability to work with and assist other teams within the organisation.Creates a feasible plan of what needs to be shipped from the different locations across the network to ensure that stock availability is maximised, and stock obsolescence is minimised.Hold overall responsibility for managing planning processes for the items in their portfolio, ensuring that we have the right products, at the right time and in the right place to meet customer demand and operational targets. Handle any shortages of goods to improve sales volumes and initiate continuous improvement plans/ corrective actions as necessary to meet demand plans.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport Team Leader with daily operational coordination during the day-to-day planning activities for the own portfolioBeing first point of contact planning related process related questions, documentation and complex queriessupports process optimization initiatives and working closely with relevant SMEsCreates a plan of stock movements across the distribution network in order to meet customer service and operational targets.Acts upon issue and comes up with action items in case of potential shortagesWorks directly with the relevant team members to meet the operational and sales targets Support as necessary to manage any crisis and continuity of supply disruptions including defining relevant mitigating actions. Share good practice and learnings with the wider team to ensures consistency and standardisation in processesAdhering with the tasks outlined in the EMS/QMS Systems of GBS Contribute positively to achieving individual, team and organisational targets.Exhibit strong Team Player characteristics, constructive communication and active listening skills at all times.Display flexibility and adaptability to work with and assist other teams within the organisation.Develop and maintain a professional working relationship with internal and external stakeholders.Compliance with Company PoliciesEnsure data is accurately entered and maintained in all systems, minimising errors and resultant financial lossesPrevious ExperienceMinimum 4 years of experience working across a variety of planning roles. Knowledge and experience of planning processes an systems and a good understanding of its importance to the business.High degree of digital literacy including advanced knowledge of Excel spreadsheets and business reporting toolsCan operate with ease at different levels of planning (operational, tactical and strategic).Has the drive and insight to act wherever it is required.Able to work well under sustained pressure with conflicting priorities, optimizing resources and responding to fast changing circumstances.Ability to guide others in their work and occasionally stand.Problem solvingGood interpersonal skills, both verbal and written.Experience in Sales and Customer management is desirableExperience of working with a diverse team across different geographiesEssential CriteriaAbsolute fluency in “business English” is mandatoryUniversity/College degree preferably in economicsVery strong analytical skills – able to analyse and summarise complex information and prepared to drive performance improvementsStrong impact, interpersonal, influence and communication skills with proven capability and potential to make a significant contribution to the business.Good understanding of cross-service functions relating to the business commercial activitiesHigh understanding of the business requirements and strategyAbility to work under time pressure and to prioritize multiple tasksHigh level of customer focusHigh degree of energy, stamina and resilience, combined with a “can do” attitudeContinuous improvement mind-setHighly motivatedYou will work withDescribe the team, key partners, and any unique selling points of team cultureRegional Supply Chain Planning teams, S&OP managers and S&OE delivery leads across the regions, along with local Sales and Marketing teams and colleagues.At bp, we provide the following environment and benefits to you:A company culture where we respect our diverse and unified teams, where we are proud of our achievements and where fun and the attitude of giving back to our environment are highly valuedPossibility to join our social communities and networksLearning opportunities and other development opportunities to craft your career pathLife and health insurance, medical care packageAnd many other benefits.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform crucial job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment.