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Your Role: Commercial Supply Chain Manager - Greater China
The Supply Chain Manager will report to the Supply Chain Director. This role will demonstrate the knowledge and capability of supply chain principles and techniques as well as an in-depth knowledge of local markets in order to meet Elanco business objectives. Key success factors include an attention to detail, excellent communication skills, business acumen, data analytics and problem-solving, and strong interpersonal skills.
Your Responsibilities:
Responsible for execution of applicable cluster/affiliate S&OP meetings to drive alignment between key stakeholders around demand management, product supply, and inventory levels; includes execution of pre-S&OP and S&OP process, obtain and understand statistical forecasts, and entering consensus forecasts; manage supply escalations appropriately
Participate in product launch activities including geoexpansion launch calls, ensuring accurate forecasts for launches, and tracking sales vs forecast for initial 6-12 months post launch in order to provide recommendations for inventory strategy shifts; complete write-offs as needed
Responsible for demand and replenishment processes for the cluster/affiliate including booking Goods Receipts, adjusting replenishment orders in SAP, understanding critical inflection points and prioritization for supply changes and partnering with key stakeholders to mitigate risk and maximize revenue
Effectively use tools and metrics to optimize inventory health and minimize inventory exposures as well as performing inventory management tasks such as inventory reconciliation, cycle counts and investigation on discrepancies; perform write-offs in a timely manner as needed
Build and maintain effective cross-functional relationships with business leaders, Global Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Quality, Finance, and other key stakeholders
What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):
Knowledge and detailed understanding of SAP, especially around Demand and Replenishment processes
Understanding of Supply Chain concepts, systems, tools and business processes
Degree in Supply Chain Management (alternatively, CPIM certified or in progress) or applicable experience
Strong business/financial acumen and analytical/problem-solving skills
Self-management and organizational skills
Excellent communicator, ability to influence broadly
Interpersonal effectiveness - able to understand different viewpoints and resolve issues in a constructive manner; able to operate successfully in an international, multicultural environment
Customer focused, flexible and adaptable, persistent in discovering root causes, able to deal with ambiguity and multiple priorities
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):
Strong communication skills in English (both written and spoken).
Demonstrated learning agility
Experience in Manufacturing environment or Supply Chain Operations
Change mindset: Expected to play a key role in transformational change initiatives in the company (in merger & acquisition integration) but also need to be effective and practical in support of daily business work.
Other Information:
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrecognized groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Elanco we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!
Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status
