At JTI we celebrate differences, and everyone truly belongs. 46,000 people from all over the world are continuously building their unique success story with us. 83% of employees feel happy working at JTI. To make a difference with us, all you need to do is bring your human best. What will your story be? Apply now! Learn more: <a href="https://www.jti.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">jti.com</a> This position will remain open until filled. Local Applicants Welcome Department: Supply Chain Location: Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam Reporting to: Supply Chain & Logistics Lead Contract Duration: 9 Months Supply Planning Supervisor (Temporary) <div> The candidate is responsible for, under the supervison of Logistics and Supply Chain Lead and in collaboration with cross-functions at different Market/ Regional/ HQ levels, the Raw Material Supply Planning, Semi-finished goods and Finished Goods Production planning amongst other related activities of JTI business in Vietnam, contributing to ensure market demands are supplied in a timely, sufficient and efficient manner. The first and foremost objective is to ensure no out-of-stock in a rapidly changing business environment. As the Supply Planning Supervisor you will: <ul> <li>Primary and Finished Goods Production Planning & Outbound Logistics (Main stakeholders: Marketing & Sales, Regional functions, Factories) <ul> <li>Responsible for the monthly production planning of Semi-FG and FGs across 2 factories, to ensure safety inventory levels are maintained at factory & distributor warehouses yet in balance with stock freshness and minimized write-offs. Main scope include:</li> <li>Given the inputs of market demands (product variants, quantities, timing), calculate and communicate monthly Semi-/ FGs production plans to factories, liaise with internal & external stakeholders to ensure sufficient materials are in place for required production.</li> <li>Continuously monitor inventory and production status, making adjustments or cancellation if critically required by business (e.g. sales execution exceeding plan, ad-hoc machine break-down, etc.)</li> <li>Responsible for monthly planning cycles to ensure placements of raw materials are calculated & executed in a timely, sufficient and accurate manner to accommodate market demands & business sensitivities, yet at optimum lot size & costs. Main scopes include:</li> <li>Obtain from Sales thorough understanding of Market's demands including business scenarios and sensitivities, from Marketing timely updates of product portfolio requirements, from Factories updates of inventories across locations.</li> <li>Analyze the gaps between demands vs. supply capacities and facilitate solutions/ action plans throughout the supply chain processes.</li> <li>Support and supervise the placement of raw materials (executed by regional designated functions) as per market's instructions.</li> <li>Support Marketing in multiple projects such as new launch, product / packaging rejuvenation; looking for creative ways to minimize out of stock and write-offs.</li> <li>Continuously liaise with Logistics & related functions to ensure on-time arrival of raw materials for production (e.g. re-prioritize shipments or cancellation of orders if required by unexpected market needs)</li> <li>Ensure business opportunities and/or potential issues are identified and appropriately escalated to stakeholders, preferably with recommended solutions.</li> </ul> </li> <li>Primary and Finished Goods Production Planning & Outbound Logistics <ul> <li>Responsible for the monthly production planning of Semi-FG and FGs across 2 factories, to ensure safety inventory levels are maintained at factory & distributor warehouses yet in balance with stock freshness and minimized write-offs. Main scope include:</li> <li>Given the inputs of market demands (product variants, quantities, timing), calculate and communicate monthly Semi-/ FGs production plans to factories, liaise with internal & external stakeholders to ensure sufficient materials are in place for required production.</li> <li>Continuously monitor inventory and production status, making adjustments or cancellation if critically required by business (e.g. sales execution exceeding plan, ad-hoc machine break-down, etc.)</li> </ul> </li> <li>Inventory Management <ul> <li>Weekly reviews of safety stocks across factory and distributor warehouses, monthly assessment of FG freshness and propose actions where necessary.</li> <li>Monthly / regular reviews of raw materials inventory safety level and expiry dates, timely identify potentially issues preferably with a recommended solution to reflecting into upcoming supply & production plans.</li> </ul> </li> <li>Other tasks: <ul> <li>Lead and/or support recurring related tasks such as: monthly estimate reports of purchases, AR, inventory and DIO; monthly system loading of sale volumes; annual order lot-size & implications; (bi-)annual importation quota forecast, etc.</li> <li>Support ad-hoc tasks as assigned by Supply Chain & Logistic Manager, including but not limited to: depletion scenarios / write-off estimates for product discontinuation, optimizing NTM capacity for new launches yet in balance with write-off exposure, VMC optimization, etc.</li> <li>Support Supply Chain related projects initiated by Region and HQ.</li> </ul> </li> </ul> Requirements <ul> <li>Bachelor degree, preferably with Supply Chain Management</li> <li>Minimum of 3 years experience in Supply Chain Planning, ideally within the FMCG industry or manufacturing environment FMCG.</li> <li>English fluency</li> <li>Functional Skills: <ul> <li>Analytical mindset (data analytics or Statistics)</li> <li>SAP / ERP knowledge</li> <li>Excel proficiency</li> <li>Communication & coordination skills</li> </ul> </li> </ul> </div> Are you ready to join us? Build your success story at JTI. Apply now! Next Steps: After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type. At JTI, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any specific support, alternative formats, or have other access requirements, please let us know. <img style="width:702.0px;height:105.0px" src="https://dmscdn.successfactors.com/f0393a182bc3d43cdd46e3df28dbbde7d982623bb4b7f86c61d0bb748c90e7f2/static_content/b1bcb964b72144f6b207/Top_Employers_AsiaPacific_Vietnam_2026.png" alt="">

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