Key Purpose of the Job:Support the coordination between Global Supply Planning (GSP) and buy execution by ensuringdata accuracy, system readiness support, and timely PR to PO execution within assigned scope.Work closely with GSP teams to stay aligned with GTM calendar milestones, supporting trackingof PR to PO readiness and execution status across assigned brands or categories.Key Area of Responsibility:1. Data Governance & Pre-PO Readiness· Perform data validation and pre-checks prior to PO creation in SAP ERP· Ensure data is complete, accurate, and aligned with approved buy plans within assignedscope· Support validation of data readiness across ERP (SAP) and planning systems (e.g.,HELIX)2. PR to PO Execution & Monitoring· Track and support PR to PO conversion status for assigned brands· Monitor open PRs, missing conversions, and execution gaps· Highlight issues to manager for escalation· Support follow-up actions to ensure timely PO creation3. Buyer Summary Status Reporting· Support preparation and maintenance of Buyer Summary Status Reports· Track conversion progress, at-risk POs, and data inconsistencies· Ensure reports are accurate and timely4. Cross-Functional Coordination· Coordinate with GSP, System Ops, and stakeholders on execution status· Support alignment with GTM calendar milestones· Follow up on data issues and readiness gaps5. Process Discipline & Issue Identification· Identify and flag data inconsistencies and delays· Escalate issues to manager· Ensure adherence to PR to PO processes6. Seasonal & System Readiness Tracking· Support tracking of readiness across GTM calendar phases· Monitor data and system readiness indicators· Provide updates for upcoming execution cyclesQualifications: Technical & Systems Skills · Working knowledge of SAP ERP and planning systems (e.g., HELIX) · Proficient in Microsoft Excel for data tracking and reporting --- Core Competencies · Attention to detail and accuracy · Good organizational and follow-up skills · Able to work with structured timelines (GTM calendar) · Effective communication skills --- Experience · Experience in operations, planning, or data-related roles preferredFinancial and Management :Number of Subordinates Directly Reporting to this Position:
Contribute to the full lifecycle of Data and AI data product(s) in your scope across Planning, Logistics and Quality: shaping requirements, supporting design, coordinating development, testing, release and continuous improvement.
Product Development Process: Demonstrate expertise in the end-to-end product development process, including calendar building, vendor management, and product replenishment, while maintaining a thorough understanding of vendor capabilities
As an Order Support Specialist, you will play a vital role in ensuring customer satisfaction and supporting the success of our brands across the APAC region. You’ll be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of orders, shipments, and returns, acting as a key liaison between our customers and internal teams.
Own the Integrated Brand Supply Plan: Lead the global supply plan across LRP, pre-season, in-season and S&OP as one connected cycle aligned to GTM milestones.
Develop and maintain seasonal allocation plans for all seasonal product assortments, allocating inventory at size level across stores and digital channels based on launch strategies, store profiles, and business requirements.
Own the enterprise material portfolio strategy across categories, linking brand needs, product requirements, commercial priorities, sustainability, and supply capabilities.
Own the Integrated Brand Supply Plan: Lead the global supply plan across LRP, pre-season, in-season and S&OP as one connected cycle aligned to GTM milestones.
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Target FOB setting: Partner with Altra Brand Finance and Product Supply to establish benchmark-informed target FOB (product cost) assumptions by product category, primarily footwear and increasingly apparel, and connect those assumptions to seasonal financial plans.
Support long range planning (LRP) activities with internal and external stakeholders – drawing up robust plans that are aligned with the sourcing strategy and address key planning scenarios.
Own the enterprise Target FOB (product cost) framework, including the principles, governance, data requirements and connection to Long Range Planning and seasonal go-to-market milestones.
The Director, Costing leads the globally integrated sourcing costing organization. The role establishes one costing strategy, operating model and source of truth across product categories and sourcing regions, while retaining local execution where supplier proximity creates value.
Acts as the global functional focal point for apparel costing, driving enterprise standards, influencing strategic sourcing decisions, and enabling margin delivery across the product creation lifecycle.