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IBP Manager South Africa - Jhb :ROLE PROFILEJob Title:IBP Manager SA xe2x80x93 PLAN CoEIBP Manager Africa xe2x80x93 PLAN CoE (based in South Africa)Context/Scope:Diageo's performance ambition is to become the most trusted and respected CPG; our xe2x80x9cmust dosxe2x80x9d set out where we aim to win in order to achieve this aspiration. Within Supply Chain this translates into goals that aim to deliver world class performance at best cost, drive value through exceptional service and enable new growth opportunities.To enable this, an above-the-market Centre of Excellence has been established to perform key functional areas within PLAN, spanning over all Diageoxe2x80x99s markets in Africa, leveraging a central pool of expertise that ensures standard and effective practices across countries.Purpose of RoleThe Integrated Business Planning Lead is responsible for leading and driving a collaborative and efficient monthly Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process. This role is responsible for running on a weekly and monthly basis S&OE and S&OP meetings to align a consensus plan with Sales, Marketing and Finance. It is also responsible for managing any overlays to the baseline volume driven by new product introductions, promotions, price increases and any other commercial activity that may affect demand.This role will own the end-to-end S&OP process for its market, and is accountable for the forecast accuracy performance to achieve agreed upon targets.The role needs to ensure a balance on all aspects and trade-offs of supply, including managing inventory levels and minimising out of stocks, whilst delivering a responsive supply chain that fulfils Sales forecasts accurately.Dimensions:Functions:Sales and Operations PlanningSales and Operations ExecutionConsensus Forecast approvalActivity forecasting - Overlay of Promotions and Market IntelligenceKPIs (at country level):Sales Forecast Accuracy - Monthly and WeeklySales Forecast BiasForecast Value Add by stepSystem KPIs xe2x80x93 SKUs with forecast and no salesDemand Plan stabilityExtreme error xe2x80x93 Oversell /UndersellMarkets:This role covers the S&OP process for assigned country and its interactions with the CoEFinancial and Operational Complexity:Responsible for assigned market.Overall:Control the supply of customer product requirements for Diageo with an NSV value of xc2xa31,519M from over 24 M EU cases, directly impacting COGS ~ xc2xa3900M and ~xc2xa3215M of inventory.9 Markets16 Plants52 Packaging lines58 Warehouses~600 skus produced~2500 skus sold32M EU casesTop AccountabilitiesFacilitate the S&OP process in the MarketLead the generation, alignment and consensus of the 24 month rolling demand plan on SKU/depot level in weekly and monthly buckets in support of the S&OP process.Lead the Demand Review step of the S&OP process with the Marketing, Supply, Finance and Commercial teams.Facilitate Demand Control process including weekly meetings for quicker decision making in the short term.Facilitate delivery of inputs to the S&OP process to ensure quality inputs are received.Challenge the AOP projected growth assumptions based on historical trends where necessaryCollaborate with the COE Demand Planners, local Innovation and Commercial teams on volume and size assumptions, shipment timings and cannibalization projections for all new product introductionsFully drives demand and supply integration and continuously drives alignment to one plan.Work closely with Finance Manager to ensure volume is translated into value for S&OP process.Generate 18 month Consensus Demand Plan (volume)Analyse & manage volume assumptions, taking into account all relevant factors, both internal and externalCommunicate critical forecast changes and supply constraints to stakeholders in the Supply Chain, Sales and Finance teams, as well as the CoECollaborate with CoE Demand Planners to conduct root cause analysis to identify drivers of forecast error and work together to take the necessary corrective action to drive continuous improvement in forecast accuracy and bias performance.Ensure scenario planning for significant events in market (duty changes, customer activities, economic conditions changes, etc.)Qualifications and Experience RequiredSkills and CapabilitiesGood knowledge, management and coordination of S&OP processExcellent analytical, organizational and decision making skillsStrong influencing and stakeholder engagement skills; able to manage multiply stakeholders across functions and geographiesAbility to challenge senior stakeholders and manage tension in S&OP conversations.Exceptional communication skills xe2x80x93 verbal, written and presentation.Detailed understanding of end to end supply chain operational processes within Diageo e.g. IBP, S&OP, DRP, MPS, inventory, conversion, logistics and customer service.Proficient in MS applications e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, OutlookPrevious experience working with SAP APO is preferred; however experience with similar planning tools will be consideredExperience+5 years in Supply Chain planning experience (Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Material Planning), including significant experience managing S&OP process.Finance roles would also be considered.Wider cross-functional experience preferable e.g. Commercial, Finance or Supply.Prior experience leading and embedding S&OP best practice ways of workingHigh degree of quantitative and analytical skills.QualificationsDegree or equivalent in appropriate supply chain, mathematical, engineering, or business degree.APICS CPIM / CSCP or equivalent desirable.Barriers to Success in RoleInability to influence and manage stakeholdersLack of credibility with among CoE Leadership and country stakeholders (GMxe2x80x99s, Supply Chain Directors and Leadership Teams).Lack of analytical and planning skillsLack of effective and clear communication skillsInability to be proactive and focus energies on value added activitiesInability to think in the future to anticipate problems and risksWorker Type :RegularPrimary Location:WaterfallAdditional Locations :

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