Supply Planning Manager

Senior Recruiter at D.C. Global Talent Inc.

This role requires relocation to the British Virgin Islands in the Caribbean.

Job Title: Supply Planning Manager

Reports to: Director, Central Services

Role Overview

The Supply Planning Manager is responsible for ensuring the availability of products through effective forecasting, inventory optimization, and supply chain planning. This role requires a data-driven, analytical leader who can balance demand and supply, reduce waste, and enhance efficiency while supporting business growth. The position involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams and a strong focus on continuous improvement within a dynamic retail or FMCG environment.

Key Responsibilities

Planning & Forecasting

• Lead the end-to-end supply planning process across multiple business units.
• Develop accurate demand forecasts to align inventory with sales and operational requirements.
• Partner with Trading, Marketing, and Procurement teams to incorporate seasonality, promotions, and new product launches into forecasts.

Inventory Management

• Monitor stock levels, identifying shortages, surpluses, shelf‐life risks, and expiring products to minimize waste.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels to meet availability targets while controlling holding costs.
• Ensure efficient stock rotation and replenishment processes.

Process Improvement & Analytics

• Develop and refine SOPs for supply planning, demand forecasting, and inventory control.
• Utilize analytics to evaluate supply chain performance, service levels, and efficiencies.
• Track and report key KPIs, recommending actions to address gaps and improve processes.
• Coordinate with Procurement, Sales, Marketing, Finance, and IT for accurate data flow and alignment of strategies.
• Support new product introductions and phase‐outs, ensuring smooth ERP integration.
• Provide regular, actionable reports and insights to senior leadership.
• Identify supply risks, communicate potential disruptions, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Adjust plans proactively to address inconsistencies or market fluctuations.
• Stay updated on industry trends to inform purchasing and reduce costs.
• Work with IT to adopt and optimize planning tools and technologies.
• Safeguard data integrity and leverage technology for timely, informed decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in supply chain, logistics, or inventory management, ideally within retail or FMCG sectors.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain planning, logistics, and inventory management.
• Experience in procurement and vendor management.
• Advanced analytical and statistical capabilities, with proficiency in ERP and planning systems.
• Skilled in data reporting and visualization (Excel, Power BI, or similar).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organized with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights.