Manager, Mid-term Material Planner (Sofia office)

Calculate and validates by using SAP IBP software the requirements for non-finished goods based on the mid-term supply plan at a finished goods level factoring in segmentation guidelines and the inventory strategy. Generate materials plan covering 18 months outlook; develop and maintain weekly materials requirement plans (MRPs) by materials code, date, supplier and location including requirements for concentrates, empties and pallets/requirements for co-/repackers Share Materials Plan with relevant stakeholders (suppliers to secure availability when required, sites, finance, procurement, ...) Analyses material inventories to limit slow movers and obsolescence and ensure inventory targets are met at the end of each quarter. Take the lead in identifying, communicating and mitigating risks to supply through influencing and escalation in relevant S&OP meetings; perform Root Cause Analysis to understand target variances and develop and implement actions based on these root causes Accountable to minimize raw material write off costs; work closely with the commercialization teams to support new products implementation through the supply of new raw materials aligned to the change agenda of the business Supplier engagement: build good work relationship with suppliers both operationally and tactically to enable mutual trust and the prioritization of our products Monitor Key Business Indicators and feedback (e.g. inventory turn, volume allocation, agreed stock profiles, and supplier performance around delivery & order fulfilment) to assess the effectiveness of material planning processes and identify opportunities for improvement Be involved on tenders with procurement, suppliers and production sites Review and maintain relevant parameters in the system Proven experience in material planning, materials management, or related roles, preferably in a manufacturing/FMCG environment Strong understanding of supply chain principles, inventory management and financial drivers Proven experience in working in an International Western European Environment International exposure Proficiency in using SAP IBP or other advanced planning solutions (e.g. o9, BlueYonder, Kinaxis..), Excel (advanced level) Masters' degree in supply chain management, operations management, business administration, or a related field Language capability : Fluent in English, knowledge of additional European language preferred (e.g. Spanish, German, Dutch, French, Portuguese) Our employee value proposition: Being Rewarded Market Competitive Salary Annual Compensation & Bonus Cycle Food Vouchers Flexible Working Allowance