Regional Planning Manager

Are you passionate about supply chain planning and strategic inventory management? Do you thrive in a collaborative and dynamic environment where you can drive change and innovation? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

As the Regional Planning Manager within our PSD Supply Chain Planning team, you will play a crucial role in managing inventory optimization and demand planning across the APAC region.

Regional Planning Manager has the responsibility to manage strategic inventory management and demand planning within the region to secure that the divisional inventory and availability targets are reached in the region. You will develop a team that implements and manages the inventory optimization and demand planning processes for the region, in collaboration with the Regional Supply Chain and Customer Center organizations.

You will lead a dedicated team and work closely with our Regional Supply Chain and Customer Center organizations to ensure we achieve our divisional inventory and availability targets.

At Epiroc, our leaders accelerate transformation by fostering inclusion, inspiring innovation, and building trust. We prioritize safety, well-being, and growth while embracing bold decisions and collaboration. We encourage our leaders to have the courage to believe in new ideas. Some ideas will fail, and from those, we will learn.

You will be part of a diverse group of experts from around the world, dedicated to optimizing global processes and ensuring parts availability. Here, you will gain a holistic understanding of the Parts & Services business and its planning processes while being empowered to drive initiatives that matter. Our team share a dynamic and supportive environment focused on setting new standards for operational excellence and fostering career development.

Your Mission

Lead and drive strategic inventory management and demand planning across the region.

You will play a crucial role in ensuring operational excellence by aligning regional efforts with global objectives while continuously improving efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Set inventory and availability targets for CCs and DCs in the region and monitor implementation of improvement initiatives, in collaboration with regional supply chain organizations and Customer Centers.

You will lead a team being responsible for optimizing inventory and availability by defining, monitoring, and driving improvements in targets for Customer Centers and Distribution Centers.

Your role involves overseeing and enhancing the demand planning and inventory planning processes in the region and Customer Centers.

Collaboration and communication will be key as you act as a strategic link between regional and global stakeholders and ensuring alignment with global inventory optimization strategies.

You will also be responsible for maintaining adherence to global best practices for parts assortment and inventory management while proactively identifying opportunities for improvement and innovation.

A key aspect of your role will be to build and develop a high-performing regional planning team.

You will be responsible for hiring, training, onboarding, and mentoring your team, fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and operational excellence.

By leading with vision and innovation, you will directly contribute to the success of the business, optimizing supply chain performance while enhancing customer service across the region.

Your Profile

Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, or a related field (MBA is a plus!).

10+ years of experience in global supply chain management, including distribution, inventory, and project management.

Proven experience in leading and developing multicultural teams.

Background in spare parts management within Epiroc or a similar industry.

Strong English communication skills (additional languages are a plus).

A collaborative mindset, analytical skills and the ability to drive process improvements.

Customer oriented personality.

Passion for teamwork, leadership, and continuous learning.

We are seeking a collaborative leader who excels in change management and process development. You bring a proven track record in a managerial role, including leading people and teams and implementing change in global organizations. You are communicative and well-organized along with an analytical mindset and a passion for continuous improvement.

Location and travel

This position is located in Australia, China or India.

Occasional travel is required (both local and international).

Application and contacts

Please send your application, including CV and personal letter, by creating an account in our recruitment system as soon as possible but no later than xxx.  We review applications on a rolling basis.

Please note that, due to the current regulations, we will only consider applications received through our system and not via email or social media.

For questions about the position please contact hiring manager: Maria Dahlen, Head of Supply Chain Planning PSD General Manager PSD Hub Orebro, maria.dahlen@epiroc.com

For questions about the recruitment process or application please contact: Dana Galova, Recruitment specialist, dana.galova@epiroc.com 

Life at Epiroc

By joining our team, you can expect an atmosphere of creativity, innovation, and workplace diversity. You will be a part of a group of skilled and helpful colleagues who live by our core values: Collaboration, Commitment, and Innovation. We work in a global environment with over 113 different nationalities!

In addition to the fact that we have a culture that is characterized by development combined with having a good balance between work and leisure, there are some things that makes us a little extra proud to work at Epiroc: 

•      Global career opportunities

•      Epiroc University, for your own competence development

•      Community involvement

•      Benefits package, which amongst other things include flexible working hours and bonus.

A hybrid workplace

Life at Epiroc can include the possibility for a hybrid workplace. It is a way of working that offers flexibility and participation allowing for a better balance between work and private life, which also promotes well-being. The hybrid workplace is an opportunity if work allows, based on your role, responsibilities, and individual conditions.