AOP 2025 - DRP Planner and Distribution Specialist

Job Description Summary This role is responsible for ensuring the smooth flow of goods in and out of India Distirbution Center and Taloja Site, managing relationships with key partners, and maintaining compliance with all relevant regulations. Own JDE delivery process including order consolidation, loads building, picking, shipment closing, post goods issue, etc., and JDE receiving process at distribution center; Support JDE internal inventory movements.Job Description Analyze historical sales data, market trends, and customer insights to develop accurate short and long term demand forecasts for products for India distribution center. Incorporate factors such as seasonality, promotions, and new product launches into the forecasting models. Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to understand market dynamics and adjust forecasts accordingly. Own weekly execution call with business team in Inida. Determine optimal inventory levels at India distribution center based on demand forecasts, lead times, and service level agreements. Implement inventory control strategies to prevent overstocking and stock - outs, including safety stock calculations and reorder point determination. Monitor inventory turnover rates and recommend actions to improve inventory health, such as inventory transfers between locations or product markdowns. Ensure timely processing and fulfillment of customer orders.Generate replenishment orders for distribution centers based on inventory levels and demand forecasts. Liaise with Elementis manufacture sites or suppliers to ensure on - time delivery of replenishment orders, resolving any issues related to order quantities, delivery schedules, or product quality. Regularly analyze DRP performance metrics, such as forecast accuracy, inventory fill rates, and order cycle times. Prepare and present reports to management, highlighting areas of improvement and providing actionable recommendations. Participate in cross - functional meetings to share DRP insights, gather input, and resolve issues that impact the distribution process Import Export Plan, organize, and execute the transportation of imported and exported goods. This includes selecting appropriate shipping methods (e.g., sea, air, land), negotiating freight rates with carriers, and scheduling pick - ups and deliveries. Coordinate with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and shipping lines to ensure timely and efficient movement of goods. Track shipments from origin to destination, providing regular updates to internal teams and customers. Custom Clearance 1) Obtain legally required import & export licenses and certificates. 3) Work with Product Stewardship ensuring all import & export information, documentation submitted to external parties is genuine, accurate and integral. 4) Inspect, identify and record all import & export related issues and follow up on prompt corrective actions to avoid any delay and extra cost, or even illegal affairs. 5) Liaise between forwarder and site/warehouse on scheduling export shipment pick up, stuffing, import shipment receipt and unloading. 6) Maintain documentation and document destruction per legal and company requirements. 7) Be responsible of obtaining Certificate of Origin per Free Trade Agreement. Incident Management In case goods damage, leakage or quality issue: 1) Work with logistic service provider (LSP) for any repacking, re-drumming, sampling or disposal request when applicable. 2) Incorporate with production site and overseas counterparts to schedule, implement and assist in reconciliation of return shipments if applicable. 3) Cooperate with logistic service provider and SHE on incident investigation, process claim or insurance per final investigation agreement. Cost Control 1) Verify logistic spend versus contract including but not limited to import & export, warehouse, transportation, sample dispatch, making sure actual spend 100% complies with contractual pricing.  2) Submit logistic expenditures to Finance for payment processing.  3) Record monthly spends in required reports or maintain shipment cost in ERP per agreed process. 4) Integrate all logistic contracts, pricing and actual cost, ensure contract and data base are accessible to relevant people. Interaction with Logistic Service Provider 1) Monitor LSP's performance per agreed metrics in contract. Escalate, record and take immediate corrective action if any performance failure. 2) Participate and follow up on regular performance reviews with LSP against agreed metrics on all areas of cost/quality/timing/errors. Compliance 1) Escalate to line manager immediately if any trade compliance risk being foreseen. 2) Maintain a database of Import and export declaration information, do regular review with Product Stewardship and global compliance team. 3) Attend lectures on relevant laws and regulations, escalate if there is any variance with current practice. Carry out corrective actions together with line manager. 4) Incorporate with SHE, regular inspect all LSP's licenses, and ensure no variance. 5) Incorporate with SHE, assess and regular audit SHE compliance of all LSPs. 6) Incorporate with SHE and line manager, conduct workshops with LSP to ensure they are clear in all aspects of the organizations safety requirements. 7) Governance LSP to record and report their SHE performance KPI per agreement in service contract. 8) In case Logistic safety incident, report the incident to SHE per company policy. Work with SHE on the settlement and follow-up actions. Additional Job Description Analytical Skills Ability to analyze complex data related to inventory, demand, and supply chain to make informed decisions. Proficient in using data analysis tools and techniques to identify trends, patterns, and potential issues. Planning and Organizing Capability to develop detailed distribution plans that optimize the flow of goods and meet customer requirements. Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and meet deadlines. Communication Skills Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with internal teams, suppliers, and customers. Ability to effectively convey complex information and plans to different stakeholders. Problem - Solving Skills Capacity to identify and resolve issues in the distribution process promptly and efficiently. Skill in finding creative solutions to overcome challenges related to inventory, transportation, and customer service.