Placement Assistant

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In this role, you will provide Supply Chain Network Optimization to Global Supply Management and build scenarios of volume to achieve optimal results and drive decisions. You will focus on analyzing Global and Local Placement for all brands Levi's, Signature and Denizen, Tops and Bottoms. You will report to the Manager, Supply Planning.

Responsibilities      

• Analyze and recommend placement for optimization at Product PC9 Level, COGS, Supplier Capability, Risk and Fabric rationalization, X-source Recommendations and Risk Management

• Partner with Global Supply Management to determine best way to asses and analyze costing information to better inform future placements

• Provide PLM placement support to Pre-Season team and Resource Planning Team to assist with source configuration/placement loading

• Drive process improvements and in-season planning optimization to support the design and implementation of the new global supply chain systems

• Provide forecast scenario building to assist placement analysis and optimization

• Automate reporting and enhance business processes to improve placement efficiency and effectiveness  

• Pull placement bi-weekly and publish to stakeholders

• Coordinate Lead-Time and MOQ data gathering from the source base and ensure accuracy

• Run and publish Monthly Global Line Plan and Quarterly FLX Reports

• Prep carryover placement template to Product Development teams to allocate vendor % from previous season for carryover product

• Provide post-placement milestone meeting analysis including volume comparisons to LS and LY, brand volume overviews by country/region/vendor, seasonal cross source analysis, capacity vs placement volume, volume tracking through forecast cycle

• Assist in the management and analysis of the seasonal go-to-market calendars.

• Perform data checks to ensure complete and error-free placement before in-season planning handoff

• Create and deploy regular dashboards and adhoc reports

• Maintain department managed tools, develop training on tools, project manage placement and process.

• Track and report key Pre-Season & Placement KPIs

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering, Statistics, Supply Chain, Business Analytics or related area  

• Minimum 4 years in planning/business analytics/supply chain background preferred 

• Must have strong analytical skills, Excel, SQL, SAP (or other ERP/planning systems), Alteryx (preferred) and good understanding of IT systems 

• Understanding of Placement Optimization and Supply Chain Networks mandatory

• Statistical Forecasting and Go-To-Market Calendars a plus

• Ability to take on and lead projects

• Strong problem solving and project management skills 

• Excellent communication and organizational skills 

• Detailed-oriented 

Benefits

We put a lot of thought into our programs to provide you with a benefits package that matters. Whether it is for medical care, taking time off, improving your health or planning for retirement, we've got you covered.

Here's a small snapshot:

· Complimentary preventive health check-up for you & your spouse

· OPD coverage

· Best in class leave plan including paternity & family care leaves

· Counselling sessions to prioritize mental well-being

· Exclusive discount vouchers on Levi's products

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to empowering individuals from all walks of life to achieve their professional goals with us, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, or genetic information. We actively seek and encourage applications from diverse candidates, including those with disabilities, and offer accommodations throughout the selection process upon request. To ensure that our products and culture continue to incorporate everyone's perspectives and experience, we never discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or marital, veteran, or disability status.