CPFR Specialist - Monterrey

Job description

This position is responsible for maximizing Store In-Stocks, Event Management, Execution of New and Discontinued items, Reducing Shrink / Waste, Reporting, and Analytics. The CPFR Analyst will use information obtained from the customer while applying Supply Chain planning information as input into Red Bull’s forecasting process. The CPFR is the primary collaboration contact with the Customer’s Replenishment department, and is a key internal collaboration partner Key performance indicators for this position include, but are not limited to, Customer In-Stock percentage, Fill Rate, Forecast Accuracy and Event Performance.

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In 1987, Red Bull not only launched a completely new product, it created and has led ever since a whole new product category, Energy Drinks. Nowadays Red Bull employs more than 11500 people in over 171 countries, selling over 6 billion cans a year. The World of Red Bull provides the forum for you to use your talent and passion, to develop yourself and make an impact. Find out why we're different.

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·  LocationMonterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
·  ScheduleFull-time
·  OrganisationGrupo Plata Azul Mexico

Areas that play to your strengths

(all the responsibilities we'll trust you with)

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·  CUSTOMER LEVEL FORECASTING

- Responsible to develop and maintain an internal forecast, leverage customer data and collaboration to develop a more robust forecasting model for turn promotional volume, manage customer forecast exceptions to eliminate forecast error. 

·  STOCKS @ POS 

- Use Customer data to analyze store and DC inventories, identify and manage seasonal and non-seasonal trends, manage gaps between Customer POS and retail forecast and manage product flow throughout Red Bull and retailers supply chain. 

·  MAXIMIZE PROMOTIONS 

- Enter promotional ans seasonal information in customer systems and update forecast in Red Bull systems to include correct items, location, and timing. Collaborate with customer on Replenishment settings and event strategy.

·  REDUCING SHRINK/WASTE 

- Eliminate “trapped” inventory within Customer’s Supply Chain, manage Replenishment flags in Customer systems and make necessary forecast adjustments to prevent code date rotation issues. Communicate over stock situations timely to prevent short-dated product. 

·  COLLABORATION (Internal and External) 

- Build and maintain customer and internal stakeholder relationships that will ultimately drive supply chain efficiency and business influence, lead Supply Chain collaboration process with Customer and internal partners. Monthly/Quarterly collaboration with Customer Replenishment and supply chain stakeholders. 

·  REPORTING 

- Track Customer Days of Supply and Days on Hand @ POS, In-Stocks and report to Customer and Internal partners as necessary. Track Fill Rate & Customer Forecast Accuracy/Bias and communicate to stakeholders. 

Your experience includes:

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Commercial experience – direct or indirect 1 year 

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Experience in the Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sales environment 

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Strong negotiation skills 

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Demonstrate problem solving skills 

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Demonstrate working under tight timelines 

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Strong computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft applications, particularly Excel and Access 

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Ability to balance priorities across multiple internal and external stakeholders 

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Strong presentation skills 

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Strong communication skills 

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Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team 

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Bachelor Degree in Business Administration or Industrial Engineering

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English 70%

Travel up to:25%

In your cover letter, please include an explanation of why your experience is specifically relevant to this role at Red Bull. We want to see your personal style – what makes you tick and why you think your next opportunity is here with us.