WHAT DOES A CATEGORY PLANNER DO?

Owner of production & network supply plans for their categories, the Category Master Planner partners with Regional Supply teams, markets & global brand teams to translate distribution requirements into realistic production plans, optimising for service, cost & cash. The role serves as the key interface for the supply centre to markets / regions, ensuring robust & aligned plans. It requires strong stakeholder management, communication, constructive challenge, technical proficiency in planning systems and big‑data analysis, and a high degree of flexibility to respond to changing situations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Production & Supply Planning – Mid Term (S&OE) & Long Term (S&OP)
  • Translate distribution requirements into achievable production plans.
  • Assess capacity constraints across sites.
  • Develop production sequence and monitor feasibility.
  • Make data‑driven decisions to optimise service, cost...