Raw Material Packaging Material Planner

The Role
Job Summary: The Raw Material Packaging Material Planner plays a critical
role in ensuring the timely availability of raw materials and packaging
materials required for manufacturing processes. This position reports to the
Al Ain Plant Planning Assistant Manager and is responsible for optimizing
inventory levels, maintaining accurate records, and collaborating with various
departments to support efficient production operations. Key Responsibilities:
• Material Requirement Planning (MRP): Collaborate with cross-functional teams
to generate accurate forecasts and execute material requirement planning to
ensure an uninterrupted supply of raw materials and packaging materials. •
Inventory Management: Monitor and control inventory levels to minimize excess
and obsolete materials while ensuring sufficient stock to meet production
needs. • Order Processing: Place purchase request with approved suppliers and
making call-off based on the approved Purchase Orders , track order status,
and expedite deliveries as needed to meet production schedules. • Supplier
Relationships: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to
negotiate terms, resolve issues, and secure competitive pricing with
Procurement department. • Demand Forecasting: Analyze historical data and
market trends and sales forecast to develop accurate demand forecasts and
adjust plans accordingly. • Documentation: Maintain comprehensive records of
material transactions, including receipts, usage, and inventory adjustments. •
Quality Assurance: Collaborate with the quality team to ensure that incoming
materials meet quality standards. • Cost Control: Work closely with the Plant
Planning Assistant Manager to identify cost-saving opportunities in material
procurement and inventory management. • Compliance: Ensure compliance with
relevant regulations and company policies related to material procurement and
inventory management. • Reporting: Prepare regular reports and performance
metrics related to material planning and inventory management for management
review. • Continuous Improvement: Identify areas for process improvement and
efficiency gains within the material planning and procurement process.

Requirements
Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business
Administration, or a related field. • Proven experience in material planning,
procurement, or supply chain management. • Strong analytical and problem-
solving skills. • Proficiency in using MRP/ERP software and Microsoft Office
applications. • Excellent communication and negotiation skills. • Ability to
work collaboratively in a team environment. • Attention to detail and a
commitment to accuracy. • Strong organizational and time management skills. •
Knowledge of industry-specific regulations and best practices is a plus.

About the company
The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE: KO) is a total beverage company, offering
over ‎500 brands in more than ‎200 countries and territories. In addition to the
companys Coca-Cola brands, our portfolio includes some of the worlds most
valuable beverage brands, such as AdeS soy-based beverages, Ayataka green tea,
Dasani waters, Del Valle juices and nectars, Fanta, Georgia coffee, Gold Peak
teas and coffees, Honest Tea, innocent smoothies and juices, Minute Maid
juices, Powerade sports drinks, Simply juices, smartwater, Sprite,
vitaminwater and ZICO coconut water. Were constantly transforming our
portfolio, from reducing sugar in our drinks to bringing innovative new
products to market. Were also working to reduce our environmental impact by
replenishing water and promoting recycling. With our bottling partners, we
employ more than ‎700,000 people, helping bring economic opportunity to local
communities worldwide.