Head of Supply Chain Management

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Dole is one of the world's largest producers and marketers of high-quality fresh fruits, with a growing line of quality packaged and frozen foods. Dole’s dedication to quality is a commitment solidly backed by comprehensive programs for food safety, scientific crop protection programs, stringent quality control measures, state-of-the-art production and transportation technologies, continuous improvement through research and innovation, and dedication to the safety of their employees, communities and the environment.

Job Purpose

To continuously manage and enhance the distribution framework of Dole Philippine Marketing, Packaged Foods Division by focusing on Demand Planning and Logistics Operations.

Primary Responsibilities

PLANNING

1. Manages the Supply & Operational Planning (S&OP) of the PH Market.

• Monitors and reviews sell-out data such as offtake reports, Kibana sales monitoring program, etc.
• Facilitates the volume build-up on baseline numbers, production constraints, Marketing programs and Sales Initiatives.

1. Regularly updates the PH forecast / Latest Estimates / Constraints on the Blue Yonder program
2. Aligns PH requirements with various production facilities (DFL, DTL and toll manufacturing partners)
3. Represents the PH Market during Local Cross-Functional Meetings and APAC Supply Chain Alignment Meetings

LOGISTICS

1. Manages the profitability of the PH Market in terms of planning and managing the Distribution Costs (sea freight, inland delivery and warehousing)
2. Manages the 3PL operations of the PH Market.

• Ensures that delivery KPIs (OTIF, FC Accuracy, Inventory Report Accuracy, truck utilization, BO percentages, etc.) are aligned and met by the 3PL provider/s.
• Monitors industry rates to ensure operational costs are providing efficiency to the operations.
• Coordinates with Supply Chain Procurement and Global Leadership team on identifying and contracting new 3PL providers for the PH market

1. Continuously develop the distribution structure based on market requirements and trends.
2. Manages PH Domestic Ocean Freight Operations and coordinates with Global Ocean Freight Procurement Team on year-on-year requirements
3. Align with APAC counterparts and provide best practices that may be implemented across the region.
4. Develop the capability of PH FBG to lead the market into providing best-in-class supply chain operations and solutions for distributors and customers

Inventory Management

1. Manage safety stock levels, move out plans for slow-moving and obsolescent products (SLOBs), help set and meet target average inventory and DIO at any given time, and manage variances between target and actual inventory levels.

Others

1. Prepare reports such as OTIF, FC Accuracy, Inventory Reports, Ageing Reports, etc and consolidate into a Supply Chain Dashboard
2. Perform tasks assigned by the General Manager in relation to Supply Chain

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication, analytical, organizational and customer service skills.

• Adequate S&OP experience from other FMCG Companies

• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint and Word.

• Bachelor’s degree. MBA preferred, but not required.

• At least 10 years previous relevant work experience.

• Understanding planning, shipping, warehouse management and inventory systems

Our Core Values

• Love Our People – We treat people with respect, deeply valuing our employees and being passionate about our customers, consumers, farmers and communities around the world
• Pursue Excellence – As we strive for world-class quality in all things, we take calculated risks as a team, continually grow and improve, and transform any setbacks into learning
• Act With Integrity – At all times and in all situations, we prioritize doing what’s right and delivering our belief to build a brighter today and tomorrow
• Play As One Team – We are all on the same team pursuing the same purpose, embodying a spirit of generosity and positivity, while teaming, coaching, and collaborating to win
• Achieve Results – We know the business environment and play to win, demonstrating ownership to deliver a brighter future for all, and we consistently recognize people for their specific contributions to our success