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JOB OVERVIEW:

The Supply Chain Planner will be responsible for providing total supply chain support to the product line team to maintain a healthy, growing, profitable business. The SCP will support planning activities, while simultaneously assisting in process efficiencies and overall improvement to maximize customer satisfaction.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for all short-term supply planning activities and for

collaborative support of long-term supply planning, which includes (1.) analyzing sales orders and customer forecasted demand, (2.) reviewing inventory levels, (3.) translating the demand to a raw material and finish good supply plan, (4.) initiating and monitoring production schedules, (5.) and regularly communicating finished product lead times to the sales team.

Plan for contingencies while monitoring customer forecast

variability, and general lead times across the supply chains to determine the impact on planning and customer service.

Manage the daily execution of customer orders to ensure material is

shipped on time and in full, meeting all customer specification requirements, which includes maintaining accurate availability dates and lead times for customer backorders.

Manage inventory stock levels, including excess, obsolete, aging,

quality held, and allocated inventory to ensure adequate inventory is available to fulfill customer demand, while minimizing inventory costs.

Monitor, track, and report on inventory levels with emphasis on

replenishment and fulfillment to ensure all inventory metrics are met.

Accountable for highlighting inventory constraints and quality

concerns to help identify possible solutions in support of appropriate inventory levels.

Evaluate and monitor customer and supplier contracts, including

adherence to agreed upon floor stock levels.

Analyze historical information and future demand projections to

recognize variances and trends that impact the supply plan, purchase orders, and production decisions.

Support cross-functional teams to improve processes and procedures

to drive efficiencies (material movement, production plan, inventory, raw material supply, scheduling, etc.)

Assist in the uninterrupted flow of information by facilitating new

item/BOM set up and reviewing existing item accuracy with the Master Data team.

JOB EXPERIENCE

Minimum 2 years of Supply Chain/resource planning experience

required.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word).

Knowledge of demand management / forecasting is a plus!

Results and detail orientated, ability to multi-task and manage

timelines in a fast-paced environment.

Customer oriented and supportive, excellent written and verbal

communication skills.

Self-motivated, organized, accurate, adaptable, and driven.

Analytical, strategic thinker with a continuous improvement mindset.

Exceptional problem solving, planning, and prioritization skills.

Able to identify and recommend solutions or alternatives to problems

and opportunities.

Thrives in a team environment!

A positive, engaging attitude with a desire to support & work with

people.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor\'s Degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business Management,

or closely related field, or equivalent work experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Sit and use a computer for a long period of time.

Manual and physical dexterity needed to operate a computer keyboard

and handle paper documents.

Sufficient near vision acuity to read information appearing on

computer display screen, hand-written forms, and printed on paper.

Adequate hearing and verbal abilities to communicate effectively in

person and by telephone.

The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical

requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. (This language must remain in this section).

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Indoor office environment, may on occasion be exposed to loud sounds

and distracting noise levels, such as from office equipment

Expected Pay Range: \$55,000/year-\$65,000/year, exempt

Bonus: This role may further qualify for supplemental

compensation in the form of bonus and incentive programs, contingent upon achieving pre-established individual and company performance metrics.

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Benefits Available: benefits-summary-2025.pdf

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