Project Lead, S&OP Process Optimization

Job Summary:

This role will be responsible for S&OP Planning (Demand, Supply, Affiliate CS & MDM) Process Optimization focused on IBP utilization, Supply and Demand Planning, S4 and Master data/MDG.    

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

S&OP Process Management (Demand & Supply):

• Support the entire S&OP teams with process standardization and documentation.  Leverage best in class processes & system utilization to drive efficiency across the supply, demand, Affiliate CS and Master data organizations. 
• Conduct analysis, design, documentation, and implementation of new processes across all Shiseido brands and S&OP Cross-Functional Teams.
• Work closely with program leads, project managers, cross-functional teams, external consultants, and other work streams to develop and document deliverables, business requirements, and program timing for process and technology solutions to support Global & regional business transformation.
• Ensure any new processes or system improvement projects are based on business priorities; are delivered on time and support improvements in S&OP KPIs.
• Support the Global project leads & Regional RBPE’s as they facilitate the seamless integration or upgrades within FOCUS.  Establish and maintain job aids and training documents in Shared Drive
• Consistently challenge and reduce the development lead-times by ensuring appropriate balanced risks are built into the original time plans, Develop RACI charts and gain alignment and agreements with cross-functional teams.
• Serve as the bridge (SPOC) for the S&OP organization & the Global FOCUS Organization as the IBP SME (not to replace the RBPE’s for Supply & Demand)

Working Relationships/Key Stakeholders:

• S&OP Leads
• Supply & Demand Planning teams.
• Affiliate Customer Service
• Master Database teams
• Global FOCUS Community
• IT/AMS (System trouble shooting, etc.)

Qualifications & Competencies:

• 5+ years Planning/Supply Chain/Operations experience.
• SAP S4 Hana & IBP experience required.
• Master data experience a plus.
• College Degree preferred.
• Ability to analyze data and proactively identify business opportunities.
• Strong organization and communication skills and ability to multitask.
• Excellent written and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence and drive change while accounting for multiple perspectives.
• Willing to seek and consider input from various stakeholders and incorporate it into effective process creation and documentation.
• Positive, can-do attitude, well-organized and extremely detail oriented.
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced, customer-centric teamwork environment.
• Aptitude for problem solving and willingness to find answers when there is no clear roadmap.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong aptitude for learning new software systems and applications.
• Comfort and speed with PC applications such as MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills.

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