Description:
We are looking for a highly organized, detail-oriented, and energetic self-starter to join Astral Health & Beauty as a Planning Coordinator. The Planning Coordinator will be a crucial member of our supply chain operations, responsible for ensuring the efficient planning and coordination of various aspects of the production process. This dynamic and multifaceted role involves a combination of meeting production targets, maintaining inventory levels, and delivering products to our customers in a timely manner.
The ideal candidate shines in a dynamic environment, has strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and an understanding of supply chain principles. This position will collaborate across the brands of the Astral Health & Beauty organization by managing the complexities of production, distribution, and logistics.
Requirements:
Demand Forecasting:
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Collaborate with the brands and marketing to gather insights and develop accurate demand forecasts for beauty and skincare products.
Inventory Management:
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Minimize excess inventory while ensuring product availability by making decisions regarding when and how much to order, considering factors such as lead times, carrying costs, and demand fluctuations.
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Manage all Purchase orders and Out of Stock Percentage.
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Manage cycle counting and receiving at our contract manufacturers and third-party logistics providers.
Supplier Relations:
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Manage relationships with suppliers, including manufacturers and packaging providers, to ensure the timely delivery of materials.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
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Collaborate with various brand teams to successfully plan, address supply chain issues, and implement process improvements.
Data Analysis:
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Analyze historical sales data, market trends, and other relevant information to make informed decisions and improvements in the production and planning process.
Reporting:
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Prepare and present regular reports on supply chain performance, inventory levels, and demand forecasting accuracy.