Purpose:

Intake planning of goods from ports across Europe to our European Distributions Centers (EDCs) whilst ensuring on time in full (OTIF) availability of products to our Wholesale and Direct to Consumer channels. Implementing the right measures to guarantee a smooth and cost-efficient inbound process against regionally set priorities.

Key Responsibilities:

•       Report on open POs in transit and support prioritization for intake according to priority, allocation coverage and distribution center capacity

•       Monitor that 3PL and carriers adhere to set lead times and dock dates

•       Coordinate the handling of exceptional cases which fall outside of the standard process

•       Ensure that inbound deliveries (ASN’s) are accurate and created on time

•       Ensure that systems reflect correct information by updating delivery dates and cleansing PO’s, and that an accurate availability (ATP) picture is maintained at all times

•       Smooth cross-functional collaboration with all colleagues and external parties on all interfaces, work closely with all SCM departments in order to control inbound related events

•       Monitor all incoming/outgoing Stock Transfer Orders (STOs) involving EDCs

•       Act as tester for all system release changes, keep test-scripts updated and document all processes & procedures

Key Relationships:

•       Europe SCM Functions (Product Supply, Orderbook Management, Distribution Planning, Customer Fulfillment, Deployment and Supply Chain Development)

•       EDC Operations, 3PL and Carriers

•       Europe Demand Planning

•       Omnichannel Operations functions (Retail and eCommerce)

•       Global Logistics

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

•       Good knowledge of supply chain mechanics

•       Process thinking

•       Experience of working with SAP AFS and SAP S4HANA

•       Good reporting & analytical skills

•       Good level of understanding of external transportation systems

•       Ability to accept and meet critical deadlines with good planning and organization skills

•       Demonstrating initiative and acting result oriented

•       Strong and clear communication skills

Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications:

•       College or university degree or equivalent, preferably with a focus in supply chain management; alternatively equivalent combination of education and related working experience in the field of Logistics, Footwear and/or Apparel

•       Previous work experience in supply chain management will be considered as an advantage

•       Good SAP skills and 3rd Party applications

•       Competent user in Microsoft Office applications

•       Fluent in English (oral and in writing)