JP Tire RE - Market Planner

As a critical member of the Supply Chain team, you will collaborate with frontline operations, program, product, and technology teams to define and implement innovative solutions for our customers. This role demands a high level of proficiency in data retrieval, integration, visualization, and presentation to enhance the efficiency of the Tire delivery network and optimize the management of our extensive global logistics system.

• Collaborate with leadership to extract and analyze critical data for developing supply chain solutions
• Provide strategic support to the sales and marketing team to achieve sales targets
• Transform complex data into actionable business intelligence
• Manage large datasets, automate data extraction processes, and develop comprehensive monitoring and reporting dashboards
• Conduct in-depth analyses of outlier events in conjunction with internal stakeholders
• Identify and address root causes of business challenges while proactively seeking forward-looking opportunities
• Optimize order processes to meet Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for forecast accuracy, inventory turnover, inventory structure, article availability, and backorder management
• Facilitate effective decision-making by aggregating data from multiple sources and presenting it in a clear, actionable format
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with sales representatives, marketing product managers, and pricing specialists
• Deliver complex analyses and insights to stakeholders and business leaders through clear verbal and written communication
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior colleagues, particularly direct-ship coordinators
• Continuously enhance personal capabilities to meet the evolving demands of the role
• Demonstrate strong people management skills
• Commit to ongoing learning and skill development in emerging technologies and analytical techniques
• Actively participate in internal audits and implement necessary actions

- Bachelor degree
​​​​​​- Minimum of 7 years experience in Demand Planning in SCM or Logistics 
- Advanced SAP/ IT( Excel/ Word/ Power Point, etc) skill, experience using very large datasets
- Experience defining program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvements
- 3+ years program or project management experience
- Has demonstrated tenacity/ persistence. Has track record of success.
- Business Use of English with international colleagues
- Experience in stakeholder management, dealing with multiple stakeholders at varied levels of the organization, 3 years experience
- Excited about working in a diverse group and contributing to an inclusive culture

* CV (Rirekisho) in Japanese, and Work History in Japanese/English are required for application process. 

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Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2021, Continental generated sales of €33.8 billion and currently employs more than 190,000 people in 58 countries and markets. On October 8, 2021, the company celebrated its 150th anniversary. With its premium portfolio in the car, truck, bus, two-wheel and specialty tire segment, the Tires group sector stands for innovative solutions in tire technology. Intelligent products and services related to tires and the promotion of sustainability complete the product portfolio. For specialist dealers and fleet management, Tires offers digital tire monitoring and tire management systems, in addition to other services, with the aim of keeping fleets mobile and increasing their efficiency. With its tires, Continental makes a significant contribution to safe, efficient and environmentally friendly mobility.