Associate Manager, End to End Planning @BIC

Job Description

Supply Chain and Production Planning Manager

BIC

BIC, a global leader in stationery, lighters, and shavers, seeks a Supply Chain and Production Planning Manager to join our team. For over 75 years, BIC has been creating simple and joyful products, and we’re reigniting our brand with a focus on sustainability and responsible practices. We offer a dynamic environment where self-starters and innovative thinkers thrive.

About the Role:

This role is responsible for developing and implementing efficient supply chain and production planning strategies. You will lead performance reviews, set stock policies, manage long-range planning, oversee inventory, collaborate with procurement and logistics, analyze market trends, implement continuous improvement initiatives, ensure regulatory compliance, manage intercompany orders, optimize container utilization, and manage local inventory levels. You will also track overstock, collaborate on new product launches, manage capacity, and lead planning meetings.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement supply chain and production planning strategies.
• Lead monthly performance review meetings.
• Set and review stock policies.
• Manage long-range planning and capacity requirements.
• Oversee inventory levels.
• Collaborate with procurement, logistics, and warehouse teams.
• Analyze market trends and production capacity.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure regulatory compliance.
• Manage intercompany orders and track shipments.
• Optimize container utilization.
• Manage local inventory and overstock.
• Collaborate on new product launches.
• Manage capacity utilization and production budgets.
• Lead supply review and production planning meetings.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience in supply chain and production planning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Proficiency in supply chain management software and forecasting tools.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Days of Cover
• Inventory Value vs. Net Sales
• Inventory in Units vs. Net Sales
• Overstock Value vs. Net Sales and Gross Inventory
• Purchase Forecast Accuracy (>95%)
• Production Attainment (>98%)
• Production Adherence (>98%)
• On Time In Full (OTIF) (>95%)
• Net Cut (<0.5% of Net Sales)

Qualifications:

• University degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience.
• Embodies BIC Values (Simplicity, Ethics, Responsibility, Teamwork, Ingenuity).
• Strong team player with leadership skills.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Process-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Efficient and able to prioritize workload.
• Open-minded and culturally aware.
• Solution-driven with innovative mindset.
• Hands-on approach.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• ERP knowledge (JDE preferred).

Equal Opportunity Employer:

BIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on any protected characteristic. All¹ employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

Note to Search Firms:

BIC does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms. Any resumes submitted without a valid written agreement will be considered the property of BIC, and no fee will be paid.

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