About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Senior Replenishment Planning Manager to lead replenishment planning activities across multiple markets in a fast-paced, regional supply chain environment.

This role is responsible for driving short- and mid-term replenishment planning, inventory optimization, supply continuity, co-packing planning, and exception management while ensuring alignment with demand, supply, and inventory strategies.

As part of a major supply chain transformation program, you will play a key role in building a more agile, data-driven, and standardized planning organization by implementing best practices, driving cross-functional collaboration, and enhancing end-to-end visibility across the supply network.

Key Responsibilities

Replenishment Planning & Inventory Management

Lead short- and mid-term replenishment planning activities across multiple markets.
Develop and execute replenishment plans based on demand forecasts, inventory policies, lead times, minimum order quantities, and supply constraints.
Ensure timely and accurate intercompany ordering and inventory replenishment.
Monitor inventory projections and stock coverage levels to proactively manage supply risks.
Drive inventory optimization while maintaining targeted customer service levels.

Supply Risk & Exception Management

Identify and mitigate supply risks, shortages, and operational disruptions across the network.
Develop scenario-based recommendations and prioritization strategies during supply constraints.
Lead escalation management and cross-functional decision-making to balance customer service, inventory, and cost objectives.
Collaborate closely with planning and supply teams to ensure business continuity and operational resilience.

S&OP and Cross-Functional Planning

Lead replenishment planning inputs into monthly S&OP and supply review processes.
Align replenishment plans with demand forecasts, inventory policies, product lifecycle plans, and production capacity assumptions.
Support scenario planning, business reviews, and decision-making through data-driven analysis.
Partner with Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Allocation, Master Data, Logistics, and Commercial teams to drive alignment.

Co-Packing & Product Lifecycle Planning

Develop and manage co-packing plans in partnership with Marketing, Supply Chain, and external manufacturing partners.
Ensure timely procurement of packaging materials and dry goods to support execution requirements.
Monitor co-packing activities and adjust plans in response to business needs.
Lead product phase-in/phase-out (PIPO) planning to minimise excess and obsolete inventory exposure.
Drive inventory optimization throughout product lifecycle transitions.

Regional Hub Replenishment Operations

Lead replenishment planning activities supporting regional distribution and export operations.
Work closely with logistics partners and 3PL providers to ensure efficient order fulfillment and inventory deployment.
Drive cost-to-serve optimization through consolidated planning and order management.
Ensure inventory availability while balancing working capital and operational efficiencies.

Transformation & Continuous Improvement

Champion planning excellence and process standardization initiatives.
Drive adoption of new planning tools, governance structures, and replenishment methodologies.
Develop and enhance planning SOPs, KPIs, and best practices.
Lead and coach a team of replenishment planners to build capability and improve performance.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Requirements

8–12+ years of experience in Supply Planning, Replenishment Planning, Inventory Planning, or Supply Chain Planning.
Experience managing planning activities across multiple markets, regions, or business units.
Proven track record in inventory optimization, replenishment execution, and supply risk management.
Experience leading planning teams and driving cross-functional collaboration.
FMCG, consumer goods, beverage, retail, pharmaceutical, or manufacturing industry experience preferred.

Success in this role will be measured through:

Replenishment plan adherence
Inventory availability and service levels
Inventory health and Days of Forecast Cover (DFC)
Co-packing plan execution
Reduction of slow-moving and obsolete inventory
Supply continuity and planning effectiveness
Team capability development and process improvement outcomes