Overview

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:
Play key role in supporting the monitoring and maintenance of work in progress data, contributing communication to drive data-based improvements throughout entire the production planning process. Providing sufficient support on optimization of production schedule and Various PO status analysis.
Assist production planning manager on all efforts towards the optimization of production planning process.

What You'll Do

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Play crucial role in regular data maintenance related to production work in progress.
Prepare, review, and maintain open order summaries on a regular and scheduled basis with Factory Production Planning and Regional Planning teams.
Help Sr. Production Planner identify root causes for late deliveries and assist with the preparation of corrective and recovery plans, regularly communicating status and results to regions.
Identify opportunities in Production Management for streamlined processes and create increased efficiency
Implement key performance indicators and metrics to monitor factory
Analyze industry trends and evolving technology to proactively identify opportunities to improve visibility & transparency within the supply chain
To be a super user of SAP/INFOR to provide timely support to team members.
Other responsibilities assigned by Sr. Production Planner

What You'll Bring to the Table

DELIVERABLES AND INDICATORS (KPIs): Planning Framework/SOP Establishment. · Planning Po database optimization, build up planning various analysis dashboard · Expand INFOR knowledges becoming an INFOR super user.


KEY ROLE DIMENSIONS:
Key Relationship:
Internal:
HD Planning team / Product Execution / Logistics / Global Planning Team


External:
T1 / T2 suppliers


Geographical Area:
China


JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Education:
College or above


Experience:
3 years data analysis experience or data analysis major is required.
Footwear industry, foreign trading company, and or direct exposure to logistics industry experience is preferred.
General understanding of footwear facilities and logistics equipment, with strong desire to increase level of knowledge related to various footwear production cycle timelines, with an emphasis on equipment and labor accessed.
SAP/INFOR experience is preferred.


Knowledge:
Good analytical mind and meticulous with details and data
Proficiency in written and spoken English & Mandarin
Good PC skills including advanced Excel skills, Power Point, Visio.


Interpersonal Skill:
Self-motivated, sense of urgency, able to work independently and good teamwork
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to build positive relationships within and outside of the organization.


Travel Requirement:
Asia
T1 factory/vendor office visits on an as needed basis.