Job Description:
Vendor Management Inventory Planner (VMIP)
Huntsman is seeking a Vendor Management Inventory Planner (VMIP) supporting the Polyurethanes Division located in San Jose. This position will report to the Americas Customer Service Manager.
Job Scope
The Vendor Management Inventory Planner (VMIP) plays a critical role in facilitating the Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) process for key customers and managing CoManufacturing activities with competitors partnering with Huntsman Polyurethanes (HPU). The role involves overseeing order management, logistics coordination, customer communication, and ensuring accuracy in inventory forecast and order processing systems.
In summary, as the Vendor Management Inventory Planner (VMIP), you will:
Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI):
• Receive, plan, and enter customer orders into Huntsman SAP system or Web Portal.
• Coordinate bulk and packaged order shipments with logistics coordinators, production facilities, warehouses, and carriers.
• Maintain accurate customer database and SAP Master Data for all relevant information.
• Troubleshoot and resolve customer issues promptly, involving appropriate departments.
• Ensure timely invoicing of customer consumptions and handle return goods authorizations.
• Track and manage rail cars daily to ensure timely release from junctions and customer sites.
• Act as liaison between customers, Commercial team, S&OP, Logistics, Finance, and Quality Assurance.
CoManufacturing (Coman):
• Manage purchase, sale, and swap processes with HPU competitors, ensuring accurate order entry and pricing updates in SAP.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain and Purchasing for formula-based pricing negotiations and order processing.
• Coordinate with customers on sales forecasts and manage deals for reporting and finance purposes.
• Complete credit reconciliations and ensure accuracy in CPD (Customer Pricing Database) for Coman pricing.
Other Responsibilities:
• Serve as backup for functions within the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) group.
• Lead or contribute to projects related to HSE, S&OP, Logistics, Quality, or Commercial as assigned.
Qualifications
You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.
The candidate must have an unrestricted right to work for Huntsman in Costa Rica.
Candidates must be willing to work on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at our office located in AFZ, Heredia. Additional office days may be required as needed or during corporate visits.
Minimum Qualifications
Education required
Skills and knowledge
Preferred Qualifications
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