Planner

The planner creates short- and long-term plans at item/location level of planned stock movements across the distribution network in order to meet customer service and operational targets. The planner is responsible for providing analytical support to the planning process. Provides accurate information to both business customers and support teams through the correct use of all information technology systems. Displays flexibility and adaptability to work with and assist other teams within the organisation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support Team Leader with daily operational coordination during the day-to-day planning activities for the own portfolio.
• Being first point of contact for planning related process questions, documentation and complex queries.
• Supports process optimization initiatives and works closely with relevant SMEs.
• Creates a plan of stock movements across the distribution network in order to meet customer service and operational targets.
• Acts upon escalation and comes up with action items in case of potential shortages.
• Works directly with the relevant stakeholders to meet the operational and sales targets.
• Supports as necessary to handle any crisis and continuity of supply disruptions including defining relevant mitigating actions.
• Shares good practice and learnings with the wider team to ensure consistency and standardization in processes.
• Adheres to the tasks outlined in the EMS/QMS Systems of GBS.
• Contributes positively to achieving individual, team and organisational targets.
• Provides accurate information to both business customers and support teams through the correct use of all information technology systems.
• Exhibits strong Team Player characteristics, constructive communication and active listening skills at all times.
• Develops and maintains a professional working relationship with internal and external stakeholders.
• Compliance with Company Policies.
• Ensures data is accurately entered and maintained in all systems, minimizing errors and resultant financial losses.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

• Highly analytical, numerate with a strong attention to detail.
• Minimum 4 years of experience working across a variety of planning roles.
• Knowledge and experience of planning processes and systems and a good understanding of its importance to the business.
• High degree of computer literacy including advanced knowledge of Excel spreadsheets and business reporting tools.
• Can operate with ease at different levels of planning (operational, tactical and strategic).
• Has the drive and insight to act wherever it is required.
• Able to work well under sustained pressure with conflicting priorities, optimizing resources and responding to fast changing circumstances.
• Ability to guide others in their work.
• Problem solving.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Experience in Sales and Customer management is desirable.
• Experience of working with a diverse team across different geographies.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

• University/College degree preferably in economics.
• Very strong analytical skills – able to analyse and summarise complex information and prepared to drive performance improvements.
• High understanding of the business requirements and strategy.
• Ability to work under time pressure and to prioritize multiple tasks.
• High level of customer focus.
• Highly motivated.

At bp, we provide the following environment and benefits to you:

• A company culture where we respect our diverse and unified teams, where we are proud of our achievements and where fun and the attitude of giving back to our environment are highly valued.
• Possibility to join our social communities and networks.
• Learning opportunities and other development opportunities to craft your career path.
• Life and health insurance, medical care package.
• And many other benefits.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform crucial job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment.