Supply Network Planning Associate Analyst – DRP

About the role

The DRP (Distribution Requirements Planning) process is fully automated and the analyst is responsible for running this process across a set of supply sourcing lanes. The role focuses on maintaining accurate parameters in the Pro‑link planning tool, monitoring inventory deployment, and adjusting plans when demand or supply disruptions occur to ensure timely product delivery.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain and operate the automated DRP process.
• Design and manage inventory deployment, trans‑shipments and the deployment network to guarantee on‑time product arrival.
• Lead the regional exception‑based planning process and drive continuous improvement.
• Conduct root‑cause analysis for trans‑ship and expedite losses, creating action plans for system or process enhancements.
• Collaborate with customer service, demand and supply planning teams to ensure data accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Promote system utilization and incorporate loss‑tree insights into future system upgrades.
• Ensure lead‑time settings and safety‑stock levels are accurate and dynamically adjusted.

Required profile

• 2–3 years of experience in a related supply‑chain or logistics function.
• University degree, preferably in engineering or logistics.
• Experience in distribution or supply planning, preferably within FMCG.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Fluent written and spoken English.

Required skills

• Pro‑link planning tool.
• JDA (Blue Yonder) planning system.
• ERP experience, specifically SAP.
• Microsoft Excel and Outlook proficiency.