Materials Management Planner

The Role

Execute all PO management functions with our key suppliers supporting a specific region. The individual must manage orders to ensure on time delivery to our in-house manufactures, as well as, third party facilities. The planner will manage purchase orders (POs) to minimize disruptions to the business and will resolve operational bottlenecks identified throughout the process, while escalating issues appropriately. This individual will interact with our supply base on a daily / weekly as a representative of the Estée Lauder Companies to drive mutual collaboration which will benefit the relationship between both parties.

Responsibilities:
 

• Negotiate with vendors to ensure required delivery dates are met, Resolve escalated issues within execution horizon, eg. expedite/ de-expedite not agreed by suppliers, volume change etc. to support material schedulers.
• Provide visibility into material constraints, changes to the supplier delivery dates and any bottlenecks (operational) to Global MPS Planner / TPM Planner.
• Manage and track POs, including ordering, expediting, de-expedite & canceling - following up and escalating where applicable.
• Manage EMQ - Order High / Order Low process.
• Re-deploy materials globally across distribution centers and sites.
• Manage and track material expiration - labeling materials and organizing through rotation and cycle counts.
• Undertake material requirements planning, confirm purchase requests, issue POs (track automatic POs issuance) in order to support finished goods production plans and maintain finished good s supply.
• Identify and understand supply (material/ components) risk, develop action plan to resolve and/or reduce the risk.
• Validate operational / strategic horizon material/ component requirement at commodity level and provide visibility to strategic suppliers. Work with GSR to secure supplier capacity information.
• Negotiate with vendors to ensure required delivery dates are met, Resolve escalated issues within execution horizon, eg. expedite/ de-expedite not agreed by suppliers, volume change etc. to support material schedulers.
• Provide visibility into material constraints, changes to the supplier delivery dates and any bottlenecks (operational) to Global MPS Planner / TPM Planner.
• Conduct regular demand / delfor reviews with suppliers to help identify any potential supply issues in the future.
• Check planning parameters are correct and up to date.
• Implement phase out/phase in procedure to ensure efficient management; minimizing excess/obsolescence.
• Support identification of opportunities to increase agility i.e. PDT or MLS reduction with suppliers.
• Resolve escalated issues within execution horizon such as expedite/ de-expedite, volume change etc. to support material schedulers.
• Manages de-expedites of orders working with Material Scheduler, and cancellation charges with suppliers (liability orders).

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of related experience in Supply Chain, preferably with experience in material planning, supply planning, sourcing / purchasing and supplier management.
• Knowledge of, and experience with supply planning and supplier collaboration tools (e.g., SAP, Ariba, O9, Microsoft Suite, etc.).
• Self-motivated individual with strong analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills and able to work effectively with teams.
• Experience with Supplier Negotiations/Customer service a plus.
• Business proficiency in English (both written and spoken).

• Knowledge of additional languages such German/ French/ Italian/ Polish/ Chinese/ Japanese/ Korean are a plus.
• CPSM, APICS or similar certificates are a plus.

Our Hybrid Work Model

At ELC, we believe that efficiency doesn’t depend on being in the office five days a week. To support work-life balance, we offer our office-based colleagues the opportunity to work from home up to 10 days per month.

Our Benefits

At ELC, we’re excited to offer you a variety of benefits; enjoy exclusive discounts on our premium brands including Estée Lauder, Tom Ford, Jo Malone London, La Mer, and many more. We also provide a yearly bonus to recognize your contributions. You’ll also have access to our flexible cafeteria plan, providing personalized options for your specific needs. Get active with the AYCM sport pass program available as a self-financed option tailored to your fitness goals. We also provide 24/7 mental health support through Magellan Healthcare, ensuring you and your family have access to professional counseling whenever needed. Additionally, enjoy free access to LinkedIn Learning for continuous development, and take advantage of our mobile fleet plan.

• Canteen
• Cafe
• Corporate events
• Parking
• Free fruits, snacks
• Free coffee, soft drinks

The Estée Lauder Companies is a global beauty powerhouse, with a portfolio of iconic brands that have shaped the beauty industry for decades. Our products are sold in approximately 150 countries and territories and sit underneath a wealth of beauty brand royalty including Estée Lauder, Clinique, M.A.C, La Mer, Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, Jo Malone London, TOM FORD, KILIAN PARIS, Too Faced, Dr.Jart+ and The Ordinary to name a few. Our commitment to excellence, innovation, and inclusivity extends not only to our products, but also to our people. We believe that every individual brings a unique perspective, and together, we create a vibrant and empowered workforce.

You can apply for this role by submitting your CV in English.