Develop and maintain supply plans for parts from external suppliers, balancing production capacity, inventory levels, and customer demand. Track and analyze supplier performance to ensure quality and timely delivery.
Optimize supply strategies to minimize costs, maximize service levels, and reduce waste. Implement changes to improve inventory handling and storage.
Utilize advanced planning systems to identify supply risks and recommend strategies for mitigation. Develop contingency plans to address potential disruptions in the supply chain.
Partner with sourcing leadership to define supplier performance requirements, create improvement targets and plans, and improve reliability and lead times. Maintain strong and effective relationships with suppliers.
Generate and issue reports, both ad hoc and regular schedules, such as weekly or monthly forecasts. Provide recommendations to leadership and to Procurement based on data presented in reports.
Work with auditors to review the function’s practices, providing documentation and demonstrating specific processes when requested.
Collaborate closely with product development and engineering teams to integrate new products and components into existing production processes seamlessly.
Mentor and coach junior planners, providing guidance and support in navigating complex external supply issues and honing their skills.
Support projects, such as A3 problem-solving efforts, as assigned by department leadership.
Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies and rules.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Attend in-person or virtual meetings as requested or required.
Communicate effectively and respectfully with others.
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management, or equivalent experience.
5+ years in a supply planning or related role.
APICS Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM)
Sound understanding of Oracle Planning Capabilities, and industrial supply chain management principles. Proficient in using Oracle ERP for production planning functions.
Great understanding of external supply functions within a manufacturing or similar environment.
Sound business acumen and analytical skills with the ability to use and analyze data to drive informed decisions, problem-solve complex issues and leverage data and learnings to drive continuous improvement.
Rounded communication skills, (written, verbal, listening and presentation) able to liaise with internal and external stakeholders at all levels from management to support staff.
Sound interpersonal skills to establish meaningful relationships built on mutual trust and respect and foster collaborative working relationships amongst a diverse audience.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines, including the flexibility to work extended hours when necessary.
Good organizational, planning, and project management skills, coordinating internal and external resources and juggling key demands.
Great computer skills and ability to use Microsoft Office applications, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel (Advanced), PowerPoint, and PowerBI.
Benefits
Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical & Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account (HSA), Group Life Insurance, optional Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance, Wellbeing Resources including Employee Assistance Program and Family Forming Benefits (i.e., Adoption and Fertility support)
Leave Benefits: Vacation Time, Sick Time, Paid Holidays and Company Shutdown days, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Other Leaves, Paid Parental Time and Military Leave
Retirement Benefits: 401(k) Retirement Savings and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (KSOP) offering traditional and Roth 401(k) options and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) component; KSOP participants can receive annual ESOP company contributions of over 11% of eligible earnings (3% Core, up to 3.5% Match, Variable Periodic).
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