Description
- Prepare harmonized projections variance report on a regular basis and report the findings.
- Prepare vendor capacity report and work with the management on necessary adjustments.
- Release vendor capacity as per agreed timelines and ensure demand and supply stability.
- Distribute orders based on agreed allocation framework across vendors and mills. Minimize the variance of projections to actuals, and ensure vendor/mills capacities are optimally used.
- Work with vendors in ensuring all inquiries are supported within committed timeframe.
- Continually explore the potential in cutting down lead times across vendors.
- Stay close with calendar revisions and ensure the vendors are well aware of the changes.
- Execution of orders allocations in line with global sourcing strategy
- Build and collaborate on speed, read and react and chase models based on business requirement
- Work with cross functional teams to establish and monitor global calendars
- Develop and enhance vendors internal planning and capacity management capabilities in line with our business requirements
VS&Co provides a range of compensation for this role as shown. Your actual salary will be determined by a number of factors, including: your specific skills and experience, geographic region, or other relevant factors.
Qualifications
- Degree or Diploma in Marketing / Management or similar area
- 5+ years’ experience in the apparel industry, including 3 years in Production Planning.
- Experience in Fast React or a similar planning system will be an added advantage.
- Well organized, analytical, attention to detail, good communication skills and be able to work independently and under pressure
- Should be good at multi-tasking and prioritizing work.
- Advanced MS Office skills including Excel
- Excellent command in English (Both spoken & written)
- Strong analytical skills to solve complex problems which have impact to the business
- A good team player with a positive attitude and proactive outlook with drive towards excellence