Responsible of collaboration Latam CPFR model based on data analysis and KPI’s results (Fill Rate, Days On Hand, In Stock), using CPFR methodology focused to maintain the logistics Indicators on goal, increase sales and create a more efficient value chain process. Link the customer requirements / demand into the HSY Supply Chain in a timely manner in accordance with the commercial promotional activities and calendar.

Identify the major duties/responsibilities of the job.  List the percentage of the incumbent's time that will be spent on each major duty/responsibility.  Total should not exceed 100 percent.  It is not necessary to list duties/responsibilities that represent less than 10 percent of time.

Responsibilities:

·         Coordinate all inputs (CPFR KPI’s, marketing strategies, promotional calendars, plano/modular execution, sell-in/outs, innovation, in/out, seasonal, discontinuation) in the proposal of an replenishment and manual POS to effectively flow inventory from HSY warehouses to Customer Point of Sales

·         Align HSY forecast with commercial strategy based on Customer objectives

·         Accountable for optimizing replenishment plans recognizing overrides of inventory and demand, cannibalization, manage store-level inventories, lead times, ordering policies and storage and handling requirements. They will equilibrate a ¨pull vs. push¨ concept to move good into supply chain profitably while reducing overstock and out-of-stock conditions

·         Identify and communicate short-term replenishment and forecast discrepancies, closely collaborating with Demand Planning and customer service as appropriate  in order to coordinate the resolution of order fulfillment challenges on all turns, seasonal, and/or promotional orders.

·         Meet with replenishment team in order to communicate stock availability issues that impact in-stock/inventory to both business units and customers. Suggest replenishment settings changes (minimums of exhibition, safety Stock) and communicate action taken to replenishment planner.

·         Relationship management; face-to-face representative of Hershey Customer Supply Team to the customer´s replenishment and category management. Generate multi-reports   (Replenishments, DC and Store DOH,  sell in, sell out, instock)

Requirements:

·         Strong holistic Business Acumen in a CPG industry

·         Adaptive and astute in maneuvering through continuous change

·         Knowledge of Supply Chain, Logistics Information Systems and Sales (Strategic and Execution)

·         Ability to interface with various organizational levels and build strategic working relationships

·         Work effectively with alliances and partnerships in the extended supply chain with customers

·         Knowledge of Retail Partner Systems (i.e. SPS/ Supplier Net/ Retail Link/ etc...)

·         Strong knowledge of CPFR process with Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

·         Proficiency to identify, evaluate and implement opportunities (increase revenue, service levels/turns, enhance logistic efficiencies) and recommend solutions internally

·         Thorough understanding of key internal and external order fulfillment processes

·         Excellent knowledge of supply chain management concepts and order processing systems

·         Demonstrated ability to initiate process change and experience to positively impact supply chain value drivers.

·         Strong understanding of customer go to market and sales strategies

·         APICS or other supply chain certification preferred: CPF, CPIM or CSCM

·         Data base expertise: Excel, Access, etc.

·         SAP Knowledge preferred

·         Excel, Dynamic Sheet, procv.

·         Spanish language

·         Traveling Availability

Educational background:

·         Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent experience) in Business, Mathematics, Statistics, Supply Chain, Operations or equivalent experience.  Master’s degree and APICS certification a plus but not required.

·         Progressive experience and have demonstrated proficiency in statistics, CPFR and forecasting methods with an understanding of their financial and operational impacts.

·         Knowledge & Understanding Walgreens and Walmart way.