Purpose Statement
Rich Products is embarking on an exciting journey to transform our core operational system (S/4HANA) and processes to reimagine the way we work by introducing new digital capabilities and replacing numerous platforms and non-standard processes with a newer digital platform and simplified, standardized processes.
The Supply Chain Planning Transformation Manager will execute support for the Galileo (S/4HANA) Program. This role will be responsible for: coordination of Supply Chain Planning program accountabilities, providing leadership across markets as well as, influencing and support of the organizational change as we transform the business.
Serve as Lead business subject matter for EDI. Responsible for the creation of accurate EDI mappings to support data interchange with customers, vendors, and 3rd party warehouses.
Key Accountabilities and Outcomes
60 % Leadership, Influence and Strategy
• Serve as critical liaison between Enterprise stakeholders and the Galileo (S/4HANA) team.
• Provide guidance and support to Supply Chain Planning process associates on a regular basis related to the Galileo Program.
• Partner closely with the Supply Chain Planning, Project IT team, functional leaders, regional leaders, and associates to understand how the Supply Chain Planning Process is executed today enterprise-wide; as well as identifying improvements in the Supply Chain Planning processes and systems as we move into future state design.
• Similarly, partner with adjacent process owners (es: IBP (Integrated Business Planning), Sales, Marketing, etc.) to identify, recommend and influence process improvement opportunities that will positively impact the Supply Chain Planning process overall. Understand system connectivity and how the data and tools can be used to drive decision making across the enterprise.
• Participate in key design decisions related to our ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) Global Template & S4/HANA design strategy.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between the business, Supply Chain Planning Process stakeholders and Galileo Supply Chain Leaders.
• Develop subject matter expertise and drive adoption of Supply Chain Planning Process elements that make sense for their business – including best practices around supply chain activities.
• Develop relationships with Supply Chain planning associates around the globe. Leverage these relationships to ensure the Galileo (S/4HANA) Program operates with an enterprise mindset.
40% Execution
• Participate, and in some cases facilitate, critical Galileo work needed to ready the organization for the ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) Global Template phase of the project (ie: research, analysis, workshop participation, etc.). These accountabilities will continue as the project progresses into later phases.
• Support Organizational Change Management (OCM) activities, in conjunction with Organizational Change Management Lead.
• Support development of training plan and execution of training content, in conjunction with Galileo Training Lead. Support go-live activities, virtually or on-site, as required. Support localization activities while balancing the goals of simple, standard, global solutions.
• Participate and/or support additional Galileo objectives (S/4HANA Transformation program), as needed. Develop in-depth understanding of Supply Chain Planning S/4HANA functionality and the application to the Supply Chain Planning Process.
- Participate in data validation for system load and testing
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
• 10 years of business supply chain planning experience
- 10 years plus EDI experience, in a food manufacturing environment preferred
• BS degree. Supply Chain Management, Business or Mathematics preferred
• Integrated Business Planning implementation, assessment &/or support experience
• Logistics & Inventory planning experience. APICS or equivalent certification a plus
• Project management and training experience preferred
• Knowledge of planning process
• Knowledge of Sales and Marketing functions
• Knowledge of Transportation and Warehousing functions
• Knowledge and experience in executing change management
• Knowledge of business process management and a passion for driving process excellence
• Strong decision-making skills preferred
• Experience in stakeholder management and bringing together groups to execute on a common mission
• Experience in cross-functional facilitation, collaboration, and being a change agent
• Ability to challenge the status quo, find new solutions, and drive out of the box ideas
• Strong PC skills, proficiency with Windows, Microsoft suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demand/Supply Planning system knowledge – SAP or Microsoft preferred
• Understanding of Blue Yonder or SAPIBP planning tools a benefit
• Second language of Spanish or Mandarin is preferred