Planning Manager (Consulting Firm Experience Preferred) English Required - Hà Nội

1. Strategic Planning & Business Alignment
• Develop and execute long-term and annual planning strategies aligned with the company's business objectives.
• Lead the development, review and implementation of departmental plans, ensuring they are realistic, measurable and aligned with overall business priorities.
• Analyze business needs, resources and operational data to identify opportunities, challenges and areas for improvement.
• Provide strategic recommendations to the Management Board to support effective decision-making.
2. Budget Management & Cost Optimization
• Develop, manage and monitor budgets across relevant functions.
• Control budget utilization and identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency.
• Lead cost optimization initiatives while maintaining quality, compliance and operational continuity.
• Provide management with regular analysis of budget performance and key financial indicators.
3. Procurement & Supplier Management
• Develop and oversee strategic procurement plans based on business and operational requirements.
• Lead supplier selection, evaluation, development and performance management.
• Manage purchasing activities, negotiations and contract compliance.
• Monitor supplier performance, cost, quality and delivery timelines.
• Identify and mitigate supply risks and develop contingency plans when necessary.
• Continuously explore opportunities to improve procurement efficiency and strengthen the company's supplier network.
4. Performance Management & Management Reporting
• Establish and monitor KPIs for the Planning & Purchasing function.
• Analyze performance results, identify gaps and drive corrective actions.
• Prepare management reports and provide insights and recommendations to the Management Board.
• Ensure planning and procurement performance contributes to the company's overall business objectives.
5. Team Leadership & Capability Building
• Lead, coach and develop the Planning & Purchasing team.
• Define responsibilities, establish performance expectations and ensure effective execution.
• Build a proactive, accountable and collaborative team culture.
• Develop team capabilities and succession potential to support long-term organizational growth.
6. Process Improvement & Risk Management
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across planning, procurement, reporting and monitoring processes.
• Review existing workflows and identify opportunities for standardization, efficiency and better internal control.
• Identify operational and procurement risks and implement preventive measures.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration to improve overall organizational efficiency.
7. Compliance & Documentation
• Oversee company licenses, permits, registrations, renewals and relevant regulatory documentation within the assigned scope.
• Coordinate with relevant authorities and internal stakeholders to ensure documentation is accurate, valid and completed on time.
• Ensure activities under the assigned scope comply with applicable regulations and company policies.