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Senior Planner, Global Supply Planning
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Lead global material planning for a footwear and apparel company, developing pre-season and in-season supply plans, managing supplier capacity, and driving on-time delivery through data analysis and stakeholder collaboration.
About this role
This Senior Planner, Global Supply Planning role focuses on making sure the right materials are available at the right time to support production and delivery globally. You’ll lead planning across pre-season and in-season timelines, work closely with suppliers and internal teams, and use data to manage risks and improve supply performance. It’s a hands-on role where you balance planning, problem-solving, and stakeholder management to keep supply running smoothly.
What will you do?
Lead pre-season planning for Direct-Sourced materials aligned with the Go-To-Market calendar
- Develop and manage long-range and seasonal supply plans
- Build and execute material preposition strategies to support on-time delivery
- Review and align supplier capacity plans with demand forecasts
- Monitor forecast changes and adjust plans proactively
Drive in-season planning activities, including:
- Material preposition tracking
- PO delay root cause analysis
- Mitigation actions to recover delays
- PO CRD (Committed Ready Date) improvements
Track monthly material consumption against commitments
Manage leftover materials at season end, including validation and reporting
Work with internal teams to reuse excess materials and reduce scrap
Collaborate with Direct-Sourced and nominated suppliers to manage risks such as:
- Demand shifts
- Capacity constraints
- Forecast gaps
Analyse forecast vs actual regularly to identify risks early
Develop action plans and communicate clearly across stakeholders
Continuously improve or automate planning processes where possible
What will you be responsible for?
Deliver pre-season milestones on time and with accuracy
Ensure strong execution of material preposition plans to support on-time delivery
Build effective working relationships across Global Planning, Asia Product Supply, and suppliers
Act as process owner for global material planning processes and drive improvements
Improve supply agility and consistency in planning methods
Partner with Global Supply Planning and Material Sourcing teams to support KPIs such as:
- On-Time Performance
- Buy Acceptance Rate
Prepare clear reports and presentations on demand trends, risks, and opportunities
Evaluate supplier performance, including execution discipline and responsiveness
Support change initiatives and communicate business priorities clearly
How will you do it?
Work closely with planning, sourcing, and supplier teams to align demand and supply
Use data to guide decisions and identify risks early
Turn analysis into clear actions and recommendations
Stay organised while managing multiple priorities and deadlines
Communicate clearly and build trust with stakeholders across regions
Take ownership and adapt quickly when plans change
What you’ll bring
Experience & knowledge
Experience in supply chain, material planning, or sourcing (apparel/footwear is a plus)
Strong understanding of forecasting, S&OP, and supply planning
Experience working with suppliers and managing supply risks
Skills
Strong English communication skills (Mandarin is a bonus)
Good Excel and PowerPoint skills
Experience with Tableau or Power BI is a plus
Experience with Power Query, KNIME, or similar tools is a plus
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Able to make assumptions and run what-if scenarios
Comfortable turning data into clear insights and stories
Ways of working
Able to work independently and with different teams
Comfortable handling multiple priorities under pressure
Detail-oriented and organised
Open to change and continuous improvement
Willing to take ownership and make decisions when needed
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