Title: SNP (Supply Network Planning) Manager

Location: Scottsdale, AZ Department:  Supply Chain

Reports To: SD&S (Supply & Demand Synchronization) Director

Direct Reports: One

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CP Skin Health Group is a part of the Colgate-Palmolive family, which provides our team with domestic and global career growth opportunities in all departments.  Our rich benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401K, company-paid disability and more.  Plus our employees have access to our amazing skin care products!

Position Summary:  

This position is responsible for creating and managing the supply plan for all the SKUs within the CP Skin Health Group, utilizing SAP systems and MRP tools. The SNP Manager will ensure on-time supply of finished goods by collaborating closely with External Manufacturers (EMs) and managing purchase orders, forecasts, and potential supply issues. This role also involves managing inventory levels, identifying slow-moving or obsolete inventory, and supporting continuous supply. 

The SNP Manager will have one direct report that is responsible for the planning and purchase of the components and coordination of shipment of these components to EMs based on the supply plan. 

This person is expected to overcome obstacles to meet and/or exceed goals and objectives and take action beyond what is necessarily called for by being self-reliant, enterprising and resourceful. Respectfully expresses comments, concerns and recommendations, both verbally and in writing/email. Demonstrating open mindedness and responds well to change and helps others adapt positively to changes.    

Responsibilities:

• Supply Plan Management: Create and manage the supply plan for all SKUs within the CP Skin Health Group using SAP and MRP tools.

• External Manufacturer Collaboration: Work closely with External Manufacturers (EMs) to send and confirm supply plans, manage purchase orders (POs), and provide long-term forecasts to ensure continuous supply.

• Order and Forecast Management: Run MRP, review production forecasts, make manual adjustments, and release POs for firm periods and 12-month rolling forecasts. Communicate with EMs for PO confirmations and updates.

• Component and Inventory Oversight: Ensure timely shipment and availability of components for production. Manage inventory levels, identify slow-moving or obsolete (SLOB) inventory, and propose action plans to minimize scraps for both materials and finished goods.

• Issue Resolution and Escalation: Manage alerts for supply shortages, accelerate or postpone/cancel POs as needed, and escalate limitations or cost implications (e.g., cancellation fees, material liabilities, air-freight costs) for approval.

• Financial and Reporting Responsibilities: Ensure timely payments to EMs for production and testing. Run monthly SLOB reports for finished goods to inform commercial teams and suggest discontinuations for low-consumption SKUs.

• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with the Supply Chain and Finance organizations.

• Leadership and Development: Oversee one direct report responsible for component planning and purchasing

• Continuous Improvement: Overcome obstacles to meet and exceed goals, demonstrate self-reliance, and adapt positively to changes while maintaining strong communication.
  
  

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or related field

• Minimum 5 years of Supply Chain experience with focus in supply planning.

• Minimum 5 years of working with contract manufacturers, co-packers and suppliers

• Experience in procurement and negotiations is a plus

• Having data analytics experience during planning is a plus

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Advanced analytical skills, use of data and dashboards and using data analysis for problem solving and optimizing the operation

• Ability to drive for fast resolutions to meet the needs of growing business

• Commitment to excellence and high standards

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Ability to manage priorities and workflow

• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm

• Acute attention to detail

• Strong interpersonal skills