Regional Planning Manager

As a Regional Planning Manager, you will play a vital role in driving business success through strategic demand and supply management.

• Develop and implement robust IBP processes to align with financial and business objectives.
• Collaborate with the Worldwide Business Planning team to support regional requirements and act as the main contact for demand forecast and supply needs.
• Manage escalations and participate in Global and Regional Supply Chain initiatives.
• Support and implement planning strategies and plans based on the global and regional Supply Chain's overall strategy.

• Strategic Planning and Implementation: Support and implement planning strategies and plans based on the global and regional Supply Chain's overall strategy.
• Demand Management: Manage Greater Asia demand, ensuring market intelligence and business changes are captured, and establishing supply chain action plans in collaboration with business/Marketing.
• Data Analysis and Decision Support: Use advanced supply chain data analysis tools to conduct in-depth analysis of supply chain performance, identify potential problems and opportunities, and provide data support for improvement and decision-making.
• Risk Management: Early warning and management of potential supply chain risks through risk identification, assessment, and monitoring to ensure the stability and continuity of the supply chain.
• Continuous Improvement: Promote and implement continuous improvement and optimization of the supply chain, improve supply chain efficiency, and reduce operating costs by improving processes, introducing new technologies or optimizing strategies.
• Cost Management: Comprehensive control and analysis of supply chain costs to ensure that the cost of the supply chain plan is controlled within industrial leading range.
• S&OP: Build collaborative relationships across functions, maintain formal S&OP process with clear accountability, lead S&OP meetings to deliver clear business objectives, and support the Planning Lead to drive the S&OP maturity roadmap.
• Cross-Department Collaboration and Communication: Maintain good communication and collaboration with other departments (such as sales, marketing, finance, etc.) to ensure that supply chain plans are consistent with the needs and goals of other business departments.
• Project Management and Execution: Responsible for project management, including project plan formulation, progress control, quality management, etc. Ensure projects are completed on time and meet expected goals and quality requirements.
• Team Management: Responsible for leading and motivating team members and improving the overall quality and performance of the team through training and development.

• Bachelor degree or above, supply chain management, logistics management, or related majors are preferred.
• At least 8 years of working experience in supply chain planning or related fields, and a record of successfully driving supply chain improvements.
• Proficient in relevant knowledge of supply chain management, planning, and operations, with deep business insight and data analysis capabilities.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills with the ability to effectively collaborate and coordinate with internal and external parties.
• Familiar with using supply chain management software and data analysis tools (such as SAP, Oracle, etc.).
• Fluent English communication skills.
• Holding supply chain-related certifications (such as CSCP, CPIM, SCOR-P, etc.) are preferred.

BD offers a dynamic and inclusive work environment where you can grow and thrive in your career. You'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on people's lives while being part of a global leader in medical technology.

This role requires strong partnerships with the Worldwide Business Planning team to support regional requirements and act as the main contact for demand forecast and supply needs. You'll need to be proficient in relevant knowledge of supply chain management, planning, and operations, with deep business insight and data analysis capabilities.

As a Regional Planning Manager, you'll play a vital role in driving business success through strategic demand and supply management. If you're passionate about supply chain management and looking for a challenging and rewarding role, apply now