CPFR (Collaborative Planning, Forecasting & Replenishment) Manager - 6 Months FTC

The CPFR Manager role is a unique and exciting opportunity that allows you to make a significant impact in the world of supply chain operations. As a CPFR Manager, you'll be at the forefront of bridging the gap between commercial and supply chain plans. You'll work closely with major customer supply chain teams, facilitating seamless communication and collaboration. Your role will be pivotal in driving the company's ambition for excellent customer service and product availability., You will cultivate robust customer service networks and foster powerful partnerships with our sales colleagues, all in pursuit of elevating service quality and supercharging forecast performance across our diverse account portfolio. You will also have the chance to immerse yourself in customer Head Offices whenever it adds value and is appropriate.

Unlock the potential of maximising on-shelf availability through precision in sales forecasting, aligning it seamlessly with customer demand needs throughout the year and months. Achieve this through dynamic collaboration with our supply and sales teams, both within our organisation and with our valued customers.

Be the catalyst for a flawless product journey to our customers by actively collaborating with various Ferrero supply chain and sales functions. Together, we ensure an unobstructed and efficient order-to-delivery process, creating a seamless experience for our customers.

Champion and lead impactful customer service projects, where your expertise and dedication shine. Your role is all about identifying and executing tailored projects that drive excellence in customer service, ensuring we go above and beyond to meet our customers' needs.

At the core of the CPFR Manager role lies the art of relationship-building. Its not just a part of the job; it's the heartbeat that drives our success. Building strong, enduring relationships is the foundation upon which we establish trust and alignment with our customers.

You'll seamlessly navigate internal and external relationships, fostering trust and enhancing performance through effective relationship management and your exceptional communication skills.

We are looking for someone with a minimum of 18 months of hands-on experience in FMCG Customer Supply Chain managing large accounts and delivering improvements. Your background should include a solid understanding of supply chain dynamics, sales processes, forecasting techniques, and category management. Your expertise will be the key to success in this role.

Your ability to influence and make an impact will be a defining trait in this role. We're seeking an individual who can demonstrate their strong influencing skills through effective peer-to-peer collaboration and adept senior stakeholder engagement and relationship management.

Advanced PC literacy, particularly in Excel and PowerPoint, is a must for this role. Your strong data analytical skills, backed by a track record of proven results, will be the driving force behind your exceptional performance. SAP knowledge is desirable but not essential as training will be given.

We're looking for someone with a continuous improvement mindset. Your commitment to finding better ways of doing things and driving ongoing enhancements will be a valuable asset in this role.

Given the territory-based nature of this role, a valid driving license is an essential requirement.

Ferrero is a family-owned company with a truly progressive and global outlook and iconic brands such as Nutella®, Tic Tac®, Ferrero Rocher®, Raffaello®, Kinder Bueno® and Kinder Surprise®. As the love for our brands continues to grow, so too does our global reach. Represented in more than 50 countries, with products sold in more than 170, the Ferrero Group is revered by generations around the world. The secret to our global success? 40,000 devoted employees who celebrate care and quality to craft a business, careers and brands we are proud of. Join us, and you could be one of them., Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all of our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative and highly rewarding., How to be successful in the role and at Ferrero:

At Ferrero, our dedication and focus on consumers, quality, and care drives everything we do. As a member of our team, your commitment to placing consumers at the forefront of your work is paramount. Your skills and aspirations will be cherished and nurtured, and your contributions will make a lasting impact. Together, we will continue to push boundaries, innovate, and raise the bar in the confectionary industry.

Join us on this rewarding journey, where the satisfaction of our consumers and the pride in our craftsmanship fuel our success.