Distribution & Inventory Planner (Vuse)

**BAT is evolving at pace - truly like no other organization.**

**To achieve the ambition, we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be a part of this journey**

**BAT MEXICO IS LOOKING FOR A D**&I PLANNER (VUSE)**

**SENIORITY LEVEL**:Non-management

**FUNCTION**: Digital Business Solutions - Operations

**LOCATION**:Monterrey, Mexico

**ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES**

This role is responsible to perform the development of a distribution plan and associated production requirements from factories to End-Markets to ensure sufficient inventory is available to meet customer demands throughout the network including new product launches and promotion campaigns and to engage with end markets providing forward looking inventory or supply plans and managing exceptional customer requirements whilst considering and communicating risks and developing contingencies where required.

**Reports to**:SNP Manager

**Reporting Level**:Managerial

**Geographic Scope**:Canada

**WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR**
- To deliver the finished goods replenishment plan by calculating replenishment requirements on all levels of the primary supply chain on a weekly basis, based on weekly demand plan.
- To provide finished goods tactical replenishment plan by calculating replenishment requirements based on monthly demand forecast for the assigned segments of the supply chain.
- To maintain finished goods stock levels on consolidation warehouse as per the inventory policies individually set for storage location/SKU.
- To create distribution model for new/modified product launches/promo campaigns.
- To maintain and analyze tolerances for supply alerts.
- To ensure availability of timely and accurate information of replenishment requirements for the rest of the weekly planning processes.
- To contribute to regular reviews of inventory policies for finished goods and on storage location/SKU level.
- Identify potential inventory liabilities / issues and escalate.
- To manage exceptional requests through the supply chain to ensure the most effective response whilst balancing the needs of the end market, other customers, and Operations.
- To manage orders, forecasts, and the end market portfolios.
- Ensure activities within the Weekly control cycle process are executed on time in full. (Most critical accountability - _will be used when advertising)_

**ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND KNOWLEDGE**
- Bachelor’s Degree BS in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or any equivalent qualifications.
- At least 1-2 years supply chain experience preferably in a planning role
- Advanced English.
- High knowledge in Excel.
- Excellent analytical and planning skills.
- Good customer engagement skills
- Influential and convincing
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills

**BENEFICIAL**
- Knowledge in ERP systems (eg SAP) is desirable.
- Knowledge in Rapid Response.

**WE ARE BAT**

At BAT we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. **See what is possible for you at BAT.**
- Global Top Employer with 53,000 BAT people across more than 180 markets
- Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
- Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations
- Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women’s Day Best Practice winner
- Seal Award winner - one of 50 most sustainable companies

**BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER**

Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at BAT. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. **Come bring your difference