Winnie Matanga

Global Supply Chain professional with progressive experience in Distribution Requirements Planning, international supply operations, and cross-functional stakeholder leadership across North America, EMEA, and APAC markets. Experienced in managing supply risk, optimizing inventory positioning, supporting demand-supply alignment, and driving operational decision-making through structured planning processes. Recognized for strong ownership, analytical thinking, and ability to translate data into actionable supply strategies.

Currently advancing expertise in Integrated Business Planning with a career focus on Material Supply Management.

Distribution Requirements Planning Expert at Wella Company (2023-02 – Present)

• Own end-to-end distribution requirements planning for North America as primary market, ensuring product availability across distribution network while supporting EMEA and APAC operational needs.
• Analyze demand variability, inventory health, and supply constraints to proactively identify service risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Lead weekly DDS North America category planning forum, presenting supply outlook, risk scenarios, and cross-functional action plans to stakeholders.
• Collaborate closely with Demand Planners, Market teams, EXO teams, and Supply Planning to align supply priorities and resolve constraints.
• Manage planning parameters in SAP to support accurate distribution signals and inventory positioning.
• Monitor top-selling IRC performance and coordinate corrective actions to protect service levels.
• Support new initiatives, supply transitions, and network changes ensuring continuity of supply.
• Drive stakeholder engagement across regions to improve planning transparency and responsiveness.
• Recognized four times for operational impact, collaboration, and ownership of supply outcomes.

Export Operations Coordinator at Imperial Brands (2022-05 – 2023-04)

• Managed full order-to-delivery lifecycle for EMEA export markets within international supply chain environment.
• Processed and monitored export orders ensuring alignment with production, logistics, and customer requirements.
• Prepared and validated commercial documentation including invoices, delivery notes, and shipping documentation.
• Coordinated shipment execution with logistics providers and internal stakeholders.
• Maintained data accuracy in operational systems supporting order visibility and tracking.
• Collaborated with supply chain, logistics, and customer-facing teams to resolve order issues and delivery risks.
• Supported compliance with export procedures and documentation standards.

Distribution Requirements Planning Intern at Procter & Gamble (2021-05 – 2022-05)

• Supported distribution requirements planning activities for EMEA markets within global supply network.
• Analyzed inventory levels, stock movements, and supply-demand balance to support planning decisions.
• Assisted planners in maintaining optimal inventory positioning across distribution centers.
• Supported SAP-based planning processes including data validation and reporting preparation.
• Participated in cross-functional planning meetings contributing analytical insights.
• Supported continuous improvement initiatives focused on planning efficiency and data accuracy.

Trust & Safety Specialist at Sitel (Lyft Client) (2018-11 – 2021-05)

• Handled customer and platform safety operations for North American market within high-volume environment.
• Investigated account risks, compliance issues, and safety concerns following operational protocols.
• Resolved complex customer cases through structured problem-solving and communication.
• Maintained strict data confidentiality and policy compliance.
• Developed strong analytical decision-making, stakeholder communication, and conflict resolution skills while completing Business Management degree.

Master's Degree in International Business – Warsaw University of Social Sciences (2021-10 – 2023-11)

Bachelor's Degree in Business Management – Vistula University (2018-10 – 2021-06)