About this role
• Partner closely with cross-functional stakeholders to architect and execute end-to-end supply chain solutions that meet launch objectives
• Drive and provide key inputs to critical run-the-business alignment discussions and planning (e.g., weekly product reviews and quarter-end management syncs) with cross-functional partners such as SDM, WWRO CSAM, and Logistics Teams
• Provide data-driven models and analyze data to make key business decisions
• Develop deep insights into channel partner behaviors, order profiles, assortment strategies, and distribution networks to anticipate friction points and drive optimal strategies
• Translate multi-faceted launch plans, operational complexities, and mitigation strategies into concise, high-impact executive summaries
• Craft and influence external communications to reseller partners
• Participate in cross-functional teams to take projects from concept phase to implementation, address business challenges, and mitigate system issues
• Identify process improvement opportunities as supported by data analysis Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Economics, Marketing, Engineering, or relevant field required.
Minimum 5-7 years of relevant Operations experience
Extensive experience in reporting, data mining, and ad hoc analytics tools; adept at comprehending and working with large quantities of data from a variety of sources
Advanced Excel skills including use of macros
Aptitude for synthesizing quantitative and qualitative data Proven data-driven decision-making skills
MBA or advanced degree preferred
Ability to think in an unexpected way and influence peers with data-driven models; ability to change the thinking of, or gain acceptance of, others in sensitive situations
Detail-oriented and self-motivated; able to function effectively when working independently or in a team
Excellent presentation abilities
Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills
Shown process improvement skills including Six-Sigma or BPI experience is a plus with natural curiosity and desire to understand how things work
Ability to operate and maintain poise and a positive attitude in a challenging, fast-paced rapidly changing environment
Ability to think strategically and execute on operational strategies to make conclusive and measurable improvement
Experience in driving large scale programs and putting measurement systems in place
Core functional skills: Program Management, Operations, Supply Chain, Logistics, Sales Support, Business Process Mapping; candidates with Resellers/Telco, Supply/Demand Planning and Logistics experience will be well regarded
Passion and drive with phenomenal sense of urgency; we are looking for someone with tremendous self-belief, motivation and drive to be successful; excellence should be a habit for the successful candidate
Ability to make key decisions and deliver results under extremely tight and stressful timelines; deal with an immense degree of ambiguity; create in an unstructured environment; multi-task; drive end-to-end customer focus; think creatively to solve problems
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