Supply Network Planning Associate Analyst

About the role

The Supply Network Planning Associate Analyst will operate the automated Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP) process for a group of supply sourcing lanes. The role ensures efficient vehicle movements, accurate inventory deployment and on‑time product delivery to meet customer service targets. The analyst will spend significant time parameterising the Pro‑link planning tool and continuously updating plans as demand or supply disruptions arise.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain and run the automated DRP process.
• Manage inventory deployment, trans‑shipments and network design to guarantee timely product arrival.
• Lead regional exception‑based planning and drive continuous improvement.
• Conduct root‑cause analysis for trans‑ship and expedite losses, developing corrective actions.
• Collaborate with customer service, demand and supply planning teams to ensure data accuracy and efficiency.
• Drive system utilisation and feed loss‑tree insights into future enhancements.
• Ensure lead times and safety‑stock settings in the system are accurate and dynamically adjusted.

Required profile

• 2–3 years of experience in distribution or supply planning.
• University degree, preferably in engineering or logistics.
• FMCG background or strong product‑category planning knowledge.
• Fluent oral and written English communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.

Required skills

• Pro‑link planning tool parameterisation.
• Experience with JDA (or similar) planning systems.
• Proficiency in SAP ERP.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Outlook skills.