Planning Supervisor

About Knauf

Knauf is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of modern insulation materials, drylining systems, plasters & accessories, thermal insulation composite systems, paints, floor screed, floor systems, construction equipment and tools. With more than 250 production facilities and sales organizations in over 86 countries, 35,000 employees worldwide, and sales of 10 billion Euro (in 2019), the Knauf Group is offering a range of career opportunities – in Europe, the USA, South America, Russia, Asia, and Africa

Responsibilities

- Cross-check and validate forecasts against historical data, product strategies, and other relevant factors to ensure accuracy and reliability

- Frequently monitor current raw material inventory levels and propose procurement of additional raw materials to meet sales plan/production requirements

- Work closely with the Procurement/Warehouse teams in progress of RM purchases to minimize stockouts and overstock situations

- Propose Distribution Resource Planning (DRP) to optimize RM stock levels/Production capacity among South & North plants

- Collaborate with the Customer Service and Manufacturing teams in production plans to align with up-to-date sales demand

- Work closely with Sales and Marketing teams in Forecast performance, SLOB, Product Development Plan, etc.

- Monitor the variances between the Bill of Materials (BOM) and actual material consumption to identify root causes, and request to amend correctly

- Adjust inventory plans to reflect changes in sales demand, ensuring cost efficiency and operational effectiveness to be in line with WCD (DIH) target

- Periodical stock take of steel coils at supplier warehouse

- Prepare regular reports regarding inventory levels, and planning metrics

- Use data-driven insights to support decision-making and strategic planning

- Act as a key point of contact for resolving planning-related issues

- Other tasks assigned by Line manager

*This position is based at our manufacturing in Hiep Phuoc Industrial Park, Ho Chi Minh City.

We have a shuttle bus for employees

Requirements

- Bachelor Degree in any field

- Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role in manufacturing companies

- Have good knowledge and able to use SAP system

- Strong data analysis skills

- Good command of English (Written and oral)

- Strong ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams