planning assistant

Coway USA Inc.

SCM Planning &#47932;&#47448;&#44592;&#54925;&#54016; &ndash; Assistant ManagerKey Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage demand forecasting and purchase orders</li><li>Oversee domestic and international inbound/outbound transportation and deliveries</li><li>Analyze data to monitor KPIs and generate performance reports</li><li>Identify process improvement opportunities and develop supply chain strategies</li><li>Manage warehouse operations including inbound/outbound shipments and inventory control</li></ul>Required Skills &amp; Qualifications<ul><li>Minimum 3 years of experience in SCM or logistics</li><li>Experience with SAP or other ERP management systems</li><li>Proficiency in Excel (advanced functions, data manipulation) and PowerPoint (creating professional presentations)</li><li>Experience with Power BI or Tableau is a plus</li><li>Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills</li><li>Excellent communication skills and ability to work in English</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: $60,000.00 - $67,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Language:<ul><li>Korean (Preferred)</li></ul>Ability to Commute:<ul><li>Los Angeles, CA 90010 (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

SCM Planning Assistant Manager

Sales Planning (&#50689;&#50629;&#44592;&#54925;&#54016;) &ndash; Assistant ManagerJob Overview We are seeking a proactive and analytical team member to join our Sales Planning team. The role is responsible for monitoring sales performance, identifying key insights, and providing data-driven recommendations to support management decisions. The ideal candidate has strong logical thinking skills and can translate data into clear and actionable reports and presentations.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Track and analyze daily, weekly, and monthly sales performance using Excel.</li><li>Identify performance drivers and areas for improvement through data analysis.</li><li>Prepare clear and concise management reports and PowerPoint presentations.</li><li>Develop and maintain sales performance tracking files and KPI reports.</li><li>Support sales forecasting, budgeting, and target planning activities.</li><li>Manage commission and incentive data, including monthly closing, calculation, and execution.</li><li>Review and evaluate the results of promotions and incentive programs.</li><li>Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Operations teams to improve efficiency.</li><li>Conduct market and competitor analysis to support sales strategy.</li><li>Continuously enhance reporting accuracy and process effectiveness.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business, Economics, or a related field.</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, charts) and PowerPoint.</li><li>Strong analytical and logical thinking skills with attention to detail.</li><li>Experience in preparing business reports or management presentations preferred.</li><li>Accuracy and accountability in handling financial and commission-related data.</li><li>Organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities.</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills.</li></ul>Language:<ul><li>Korean (Required)</li></ul>Employment Status : Full Time (On-Site)Location : Los Angeles, CAWork Hours : 09:00am &ndash; 06:00pmBenefits :<ul><li>Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays</li><li>Health / Dental / Vision / Life Insurance</li><li>Voluntary Benefits</li><li>401K</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Schedule:<ul><li>8 hour shift</li><li>Monday to Friday</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Application Question(s):<ul><li>Will you now, or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status)?</li></ul>Language:<ul><li>Korean (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Sales Planning Assistant Manager

Thrive Management Services

Designation - AM-Planning Location - Jebel Ali Reports to -Head of Planning Experience - 6 to 8 years Education - BE Mechanical Job Summary - To prepare weekly production plans and to ensure implementation of those plans in coordination with external agencies. Responsibility - Production Plans <ul> <li>Assist in creating average/weekly production plans, taking forecasting error into account</li> <li>Plan Production skew to meet demand fluctuations</li> <li>Generate procurement plans with appropriate lead times for purchasing</li> <li>Communicate changes in production/dispatch plans to relevant teams in a timely manner.</li> <li>Provide plan to production based on capacity and demand.</li> </ul> Follow up <ul> <li>Follow up with Production to ensure that production is being carried out as per plan.</li> <li>Collaborate with production team to resolve any issues or bottlenecks affecting plan execution.</li> </ul> Report Generation <ul> <li>Create and maintain various reports related to planning data and plan implementation</li> <li>Analyse data to identify trends and provide insights for decision making.</li> </ul> Coordination <ul> <li>Coordination with internal and external stakeholders including Marketing, Factories and Packaging to facilitate the implementation of the Production Plan.</li> <li>Work closely with Distribution to adjust production plans based on sales data</li> </ul> Inventory Management <ul> <li>Assist in managing inventory levels to maintain average inventory within target range.</li> <li>Monitor inventory data and provide updates on inventory status</li></ul>

Planning - Assistant Manager

PepsiCo

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 Overview
 
 
 
 In this role, you will be responsible for managing the deployment of finished goods across our distribution network to ensure high product availability, cost-efficient logistics, and service excellence.
 
 
 The ideal candidate will have some understanding of supply chain dynamics and planning processes.
 
 
 
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 Lead the execution of DRP cycles, ensuring timely and accurate product deployment to warehouses and distribution centers.
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 Maintain optimal inventory levels across the network, avoiding both shortages and excess.
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 Collaborate with Supply Planning, Logistics, and Sales teams to align on distribution priorities and inventory strategies.
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 Monitor KPI performance (Order Fulfillment Rate, freshness, product availability) and identify areas for improvement.
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 Support new initiatives and transformation projects, including process automation, warehouse integration, and system enhancements.
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 Drive operational discipline and best practices within the DRP process to improve efficiency and service performance.
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
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 0-2 years of experience in Supply Chain, Planning, or Logistics (preferably within FMCG).
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 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
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 Proficiency in Excel.
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 Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
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 Fluent in English.
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Distribution Planning Assistant Analyst

Savola Foods Company

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 Demand Forecasting &amp; Analysis:
 
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 Develop accurate, data-driven demand forecasts at multiple levels (SKU, category, region, and customer) using statistical models, historical data, and market trends.
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 Analyze forecast accuracy metrics (e.g., MAPE, Bias) and drive continuous improvements.
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 Incorporate market intelligence, promotional calendars, sales inputs, and customer data into the forecasting process.
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 Sales &amp; Operations Planning (S&amp;OP):
 
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 Lead the demand planning portion of the S&amp;OP process.
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 Facilitate monthly demand review meetings with cross-functional stakeholders (Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain).
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 Build consensus on forecast numbers and align demand and supply plans.
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 Inventory and Supply Alignment:
 
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 Work closely with supply planning, procurement, and operations teams to ensure that demand plans translate into effective supply plans.
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 Monitor inventory levels and coordinate actions to avoid stockouts, overstock, and obsolete inventory.
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 Product Lifecycle Management:
 
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 Manage planning for new product launches, transitions, and end-of-life (EOL) items.
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 Develop ramp-up and ramp-down strategies to minimize inventory risk while ensuring availability.
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 Team Leadership:
 
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 Lead and mentor a team of planning professionals to ensure high performance and development.
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 Foster a collaborative environment to facilitate cross-functional teamwork.
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 Conduct regular training sessions to enhance team skills and knowledge.
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 Data Management &amp; Systems:
 
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 Maintain master data relevant to planning (e.g., lead times, lot sizes, forecast models).
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 Generate dashboards and reports for performance tracking and decision-making.
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 Utilize ERP and planning systems to automate Demand planning process.
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Demand Planning Assistant Manager

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 Overview
 
 
 
 Leading the innovations process for new launches and changes to current snacks portfolio. Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth phase in phase outs with zero write-offs, making sure on market date is achieved.
 
 
 
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 Leading end-to-end projects and cross-functional coordination for Snacks in Poland, Germany, export countries.
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 Manage full project lifecycle for product launches, transitions, and discontinuations across Supply Chain, NPD, Quality, and Commercial.
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 Oversee SKU phase-in/phase-out and optimization processes to mitigate write-off risks.
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 Lead FG/RM code activation and status in SAP and Blue Yonder, coordinating system setup, demand planning, and inventory alignment.
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 Facilitate project and operations meetings, providing updates, aligning stakeholders, and driving actions.
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 Monitoring production planning, inventory, and system updates, and resolve risks and delays.
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 Responsible for production plans creation Ensure delivery of an optimized cross-site manufacturing supply plan, that can be scheduled, to maintain the target stock holding of all SKU&rsquo;s to deliver service to BU&rsquo;s
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 Responsible to create constrained capacity production plans within the planning horizon
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 Responsible for the review of detailed line scheduling plans
 
 
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 University degree, engineering is preferred.
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 Minimum 1 year of experience in project management or similar supply planning tasks.
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 Proficiency in product category planning.
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 Fluent oral and written communication skills in English.
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 Demonstrated problem-solving and analytic skills.
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 Good numeric abilities.
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 Experience in ERP (SAP) usage is nice to have.
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 Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office: Outlook and Excel
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Production Planning Assistant Analyst

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 Overview
 
 
 
 Responsible for the end to end finished goods supply plan for defined manufacturing facilities to deliver target service, including translating the rough cut capacity plan, as an input from the network modeler, into a daily supply plan within the 0-16wks weeks horizon: Manages inventory and waste risks and creates the distribution plan.
 
 
 Additionally, supports operational planning and exceptional course correction.
 
 
 This role will be recruited GBS as of 2023 and as such there will be a level of initial ambiguity in activity as the processes are adopted across during transition. It is expected that the role will therefore require an initial flexibility of approach as processes are primarily fixed tnen shifted and improved over following strategy cycles.
 
 
 
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 Responsible for production plans creation Ensure delivery of an optimised cross-site manufacturing supply plan, that can be scheduled, to maintain the target stock holding of all SKU&rsquo;s to deliver service to BU&rsquo;s
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 Responsible to create constrained capacity production plans within the planning horizon
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 Responsible for the review of detailed line scheduling plans
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 Responsible for inventory and business waste projections with the market.
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 Responsible to prepare an execute Supply Review for Platform/Hub as part of the monthly iS&amp;OP cycle
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 Monitor key service metrics and worst performers with Integrated Planning Lead and directors.
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 Analyse root-causes for worst performers and support on the definition of action plans
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 Integration point between Market and GBS
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 Enables product supply for the commercial change agenda:
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 Support NPD launches &amp; phase in/phase out changes by ensuring supply planning systems are set up in advance
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 Effectively communicate changes to the scheduling teams, &amp; the supply plan through the appropriate channels.
 
 
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 Operations/Supply Chain/Logistics / Engineering (preferred)
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 0-1 Yearx Experience in Supply Planning role (incl. inventory mgmt.)
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 Experience of planning in supply planning tools - eg Manugistics / Prolink
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 Analytical skills
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 Masters planning methodologies, optimization etc
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 Very good collaboration skills and ability to interact with multi-cultural teams spread across geographies
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 Experience in ERP (SAP) usage must have
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 Good numeric abilities;
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 Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office: Outlook, Excel
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Supply Chain Planning Assistant Analyst

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