Planning Manager at Japan Tobacco International (JTI)

Planning Manager
Planning Manager at Japan Tobacco International (JTI) June 2024
Title: Planning Manager
Job ID: 94387
Country: Tanzania
City: Dar es salaam
Professional area: Planning
Contract type: Permanent
Professional level: Experienced
Location: Dar es salaam, TZ, 00000

We
are JTI, Japan Tobacco International, and we are present in 130
countries. We have spent years innovating, creating new and better
products for the consumers to choose from. This is our business. But not
only. Our business is our people. Their talent. Their potential. We
believe that when they are free to be themselves, and they are given the
opportunity to grow, travel and develop, amazing things can happen.

That’s
why our employees, from around the world, choose to be a part of JTI.
It is why 80% of employees feel happy working at JTI. And why JTI is
recognized with various Employer of Choice certifications across
different countries and regions.
So when you’re ready to choose a career you’ll love, in a company you’ll love, feel free to #JoinTheIdea.
Learn more: jti.com

Local applicants are welcome.
Job title: Planning Manager
Department: GSC Manufacturing Services
Location: Tanzania
Reporting to: Manufacturing Services Manager, JOHN MANNENTO

Planning Manager
What this position is about – Purpose
The
position is responsible for leading planning function to manage supply
against demand, machine scheduling, leaf planning , material requirement
planning (MRP), Master data maintenance in SAP, direct procurement
ensuring effective collaboration between different stakeholders from
Factory , Market and Global team. This role also assists Tax stamps
management from Factory side, Inventory management adhering to stock
norm, stock connectivity on time, completing planning cycle in
intergrated business processes (IBP) in accordance with global timeline.
Key assistant to Manufacturing Services Manager on Leaf, Production
& Material Planning related analysis, projections and related
Purchase Requisitions creation.

What will you do – Responsibilities:

• Lead planning function with expected leadership traits ( Supervise
  direct reports, define tasks and responsibilities of subordinates,
  ensure the applicability of business conduct standards, nurture team
  spirit, motivate to boost up confidence, foster team development and
  ensure proper evaluation of subordinates)
• Exhibit good
  interpersonal communication skill to bridge among Market, Leaf , GSC and
  global colleagues. Lead the team to deliver factory KPI in
  collaboration with other departments and ensure energy efficient plan,
  increase OEE%, write off reduction and drive savings from planning
• Avoid out of stock situation with proper connectivity of materials.
  Ensure production continuity in efficient manner with Master data
  maintenance in SAP and Business flow creation
• Ensure short
  term, medium term and long-term planning. Maintain daily/weekly/monthly
  production planning at all levels, perform analysis and constant
  follow-ups
• Plans and schedules factory production activity in
  consideration to sales forecasts, market trends, materials availability,
  factory production constraints, so as to result in optimized efficiency
  and balanced inventories which are in line with Warehouse excelence
  guidelines
• Highlight future expansion need with proper
  Capacity calculation and loading levels.Perform Rough Cut Capacity
  Planning (RCCP) and plan according projects and downtimes/overtime
  inline with production requirement monthly. Actively participate for
  effective Annual Strategic Plans (ASP) submission for 3-year horizon
• Ensure health and safety according to ISO/EHS, 5S3R processes and
  programs, identify the hazards, assess the risks, and ensure that
  control measures are implemented to maintain a healthy and safe
  workplace. Actively demonstrate commitment to health and safety, take
  immediate steps to correct unsafe workplace conditions or behaviors.

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Whom are we looking for – Requirements:

• Degree in Statistics or Economics or Engineering or any other related field
• 3-5 years working experience in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge about the production of cigarettes is added advantage
• English and Kiswahili, Advanced Computer skills, SAP and IBP
• Good Business Understanding
• High level of integrity
• Attention to details

What are the next steps in the Recruitment process:
Go to our Homepage To Get Relevant Information.
Thank you very much for your interest in the role. You are welcome to apply.