Title:  Regional Distribution Planner - (RDP)

Regional Distribution Planner – Japan (RDP)

Jobs available in these locations:

• Japan (Ageo)

Department:  Packaging Operations (BP92300)

Purpose

Ensure efficient and cost-effective management of returnable packaging availability to meet component suppliers' demand. This includes overseeing the availability of returnable packaging, optimizing order distribution and coordinating with various stakeholders to ensure seamless operations.

The role also involves initiating distribution planning, managing stock transfer orders, and ensuring compliance with planning procedures. Additionally, the role involves handling import clearance shipments and requires good knowledge of customs compliance.

Efficient Problem Resolution and Decision making, Improved Team Support, Streamlined Communication, Increased Productivity.

Responsibilities

• Ensure returnable packaging availability in the Packaging Pool corresponds to customer needs (component suppliers) in according to user contracts (order level)

• Optimize returnable packaging order distribution focusing reduced cost & environmental impact 
• Plan orders by analysing component supplier stock levels

• Maintain accurate returnable packaging stock inventory at the terminal
• Manage returnable packaging transportation planning with effective optimization
• Track and monitor shipments in transit till it reaches to the desired destination
• Promptly communicate any undeliverable items to stakeholders
• Ensure returnable packaging planning is carried out in accordance to procedures and make necessary order adjustments
• Coordinate with terminals prioritizing sorting and bundling as needed
• Follow up on overstock inventory of returnable packaging with component suppliers when necessary
• Set inventory frequency for terminals & component suppliers
• Contribute streamlining cost avoidance towards distribution process
• Manage overall Packaging Terminal performance in coordination with Packaging Terminals
• Monitor and conduct performance review discussions with Logistics Business Partners
• Take ownership of country-level operational requirements
• Coordinate with component/material suppliers to improve packaging ordering performance and inventory management
• Ensure fulfilling packaging user agreements are signed off with component suppliers.
• Work with cross-functional teams on continuous improvements
• Monitor returnable packaging system performance and usage
• Validate and process service provider invoices in line with agreed contracts and keep records for audit purposes
• Track and trace import returnable packaging shipments
• Coordinate with CHA and handle customs clearance
• Carry out adequate analysis & make data-driven decisions fulfilling business objective
• Analize, evaluate, and apply logic and evidence to complex problems and situations

Authorities

• Plan & decide optimization of Transports
• Manage import / export of Returnable packaging fulfilling compliant procedure
• Responsible for overall Packaging Terminal Administration

Key interfaces

Internal

• UD Plant Logistics - Material controller, SRM, LMS, Packaging Engineering 
• Customs Compliance & Trade Team
• UD Production Logistics Packaging Operations Team 
• UD Production Logistics Transport Material Team
• UD Production Logistics Purchasing
• UD Production Logistics Transport Development and optimization
• Digital Solutions & IT
• Group Companies/ Overseas UD Plants & officers
• Shared Services

External 

• Customers
• Logistics service providers
• Material Suppliers
• Packaging Suppliers
• Customs Authorities

Key performance indicators

• KPIs management
• Terminal performance
• Risk management
• LSPs performance

Competence

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Logistics & supply chain Management/ Transport Management / Demand Planning / Data Engineering or any related fields
• At least 5 years’ experience in the logistics/ supply chain field, as well as background in supply chain management, Warehouse management, transportation, and lean logistics
• Ability to analyse large volume of data and perform tasks for day-to-day work
• Proficient in Power BI, Data Analytics systems, Building digital board
• Critical Thinking
• Customer-centric mindset
• Agility to promote Digitalization into operation
• Excellent Presentation and reporting skill
• Gemba oriented actions
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Proactive mindset to analyse problem / requirements 
• Proficient in SAP / ORACLE / TMS system
• Professional team player with networking abilities both internally and externally
• Good knowledge of customs compliance
• Strong data analysis skills.
• Build dashboards as needed.

About UD Trucks

Part of the Isuzu group, UD Trucks is a global leading international commercial vehicle solutions provider headquartered in Japan. At UD Trucks, we are defining the next generation of smart logistics solutions through advanced innovations in automation, electro mobility and connectivity. UD Trucks develops, manufactures and sells a wide range of heavy, medium and light-duty trucks, operating in more than 60 countries across all continents. Our trucks and people go the extra mile for our customers and business partners, day in and day out. 

We are an 8,000+ strong team of colleagues with 40 nationalities who bring diversity and passion in delivering our products and services. We trust each other, work collaboratively and embrace change. At UD Trucks, our purpose is Better Life – to make life better for people and the planet. We have developed a culture that promotes: 

Diverse and friendly culture – Strong culture of diversity and inclusion, organizing annual events, daily activities and open communication platforms including various internal voluntary networks. 
Empowered growth – Global exposure and growth opportunities across functions and countries through internal mobility system and self-driven career opportunities, building a learning organization by enabling self-managed learning supported by the UD Academy. 
Flexibility with trust – We continue to fully support both remote working (where and when applicable) and flexible working hours, we actively encourage our colleagues to maintain a good work/life balance. You will have the autonomy and flexibility to split your working time between both our wonderful, modern and equipped HQ and remotely.

Be part of our journey to create Better Life for society, for our customers and for yourself. UD Trucks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our colleagues.