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About The Role
To service the customers of the assigned Business Unit and order management
- Driving Demand Planning and Service Excellence
- Proactive Customer Orientation
- Communication Effectiveness
- Continuous Improvement
How Will You Do It
Strategic- Key Activities:
- Perform sales and delivery order management according to SOP
- Monitor orders and communicate to customers & Sales team on order status
- Perform business rules and manage data related to order-to-cash process.
- Responsible to conduct Monthly S&OP meetings & provide key inputs to management for operations during meeting.
- Conduct regular analysis of supply chain performance metrics and identify areas for improvement.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams i.e. operations, product management & controlling to optimize supply chain processes and resolve any issues or bottlenecks.
- Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes impacting the customer service operations or supply chain operations & taking necessary actions wherever required.
- Prepare reports and presentations to communicate supply chain performance and improvement initiatives to stakeholders.
- Develop & implement strategies for the disposition of obsolete inventory
- Analysing & improving supply chain processes & Operations to optimize the cost
Operational:
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Inventory monitoring – local key user of SCII to report DIV, OIV, aging stock
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Forecast Accuracy – DP FCA reports (external and internal)
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Logistics Costs – monitor monthly development (filling, packaging, shipping, distribution, demurrage)
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NCM monthly report – local key user of NCM, report NCM KPIs monthly
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Delivery Services – local key user of DSC, report DC/DR monthly
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Respond to verbal (or written) requests in a timely and professional manner, ensuring any promises made are fulfilled
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Determine the appropriate solution by following operating procedures. Resolve issues without unnecessary delay and escalate more complex problems as required
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Consistently deliver work tasks on time and to agreed standards. Alert colleagues or manager in advance when timeline or quality of the deliverables is likely to be affected
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Proactively seek guidance and asks questions to understand structures, processes, systems and responsibilities, and how own role contributes to the broader team goals
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Creation of Sales Orders based on customer PO or Sales Forecast
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Tracking of orders, Sales & Customer Receivables on daily basis and highlighting issues if any
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Connect with Customer on periodic basis
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Customer AR follow up for payment purpose review credit limit with sales team
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Follow up with Customer for Call ups against the tender qty and to keep a track of the supplies to avoid oversupply. Forecast and plan the orders to avoid / minimise delay penalty. Align with Sales colleague and transmit the orders accordingly
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Focus on digitalisation and utilization of digital tools
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Co-ordinate with transportation team for vehicle placement & reduced cost for the BU
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APO forecasting and updating the same in system
- Inventory control & review of aged inventory
What Are We Looking For
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Education: Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Supply Chain or Logistics Mgt.
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Working Experience: 5-7 years of relevant experience in Logistics or Supply Chain function
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Soft Skills: MS Office (Power BI, Excel & Power Point), Proficiency in supply chain management software and tools (e.g., ERP systems, SAP R3, APO DP, SNP). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
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Excellent organizational and time management abilities to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
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Proficiency in supply chain management software and tools (e.g., ERP systems, SAP R3, APO DP, SNP).
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Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with internal teams and external partners.
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Knowledge of industry best practices, regulations, and compliance standards in supply chain management.
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Ability to adapt to changing business needs and work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
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Strong attention to detail and a focus on accuracy in planning and execution.
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Professional certifications such as Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) or APICS certification are a plus.
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Well versed with SAP Order To Cash (OTC) processes
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Good understanding of the products/services of relevant business segments
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Good knowledge of the business processes
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Service excellence competencies
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Ability to collaborate within and outside the team for servicing the customers
Work Location
Godrej One - Mumbai
A unique total offer: you@BASF
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A unique total offer: you@BASF
At BASF you get more than just compensation. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life. That’s what we call you@BASF. Click here to learn more.
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