Remote Supply Chain Planner

Actalent • Norfolk, VA • 9h ago

Job Description: Remote Supply Chain Planner

The Supply Chain Planner plays a crucial role in coordinating and expediting the flow of work and materials within or between departments according to the production schedule. This role involves reviewing and distributing production work, managing shipment schedules, and compiling reports on inventory levels and costs.

Responsibilities

Examine documents, materials, and products to monitor work processes and assess completeness, accuracy, and conformance to standards and specifications.

Review production schedules, work orders, and staffing tables to determine personnel and materials requirements and priorities.

Record production data, including volume produced, consumption of raw materials, and quality control measures.

Requisition and maintain inventories of materials and supplies necessary to meet production demands.

Revise production schedules when required due to design changes, labor or material shortages, or other interruptions.

Distribute production schedules and work orders to departments.

Maintain and track issues and opportunities related to OKRs and KPIs.

Conduct production meetings with stakeholders to understand and track changes to plans and execution.

Create and publish production planning reports.

Complete comprehensive analytics to drive security of supply.

Perform manual data entry as needed to track inventory status reporting.

Utilize a deep understanding of manufacturing best practices to work effectively with suppliers and report on inventory matters including WIP, material procurement, cycles, quality, testing, on-time delivery, setting, and measuring KPIs.

Participate and support ad hoc projects.

Essential Skills

Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to analyze costs related to manufacturing, labor, and materials.

Experience in forecasting and inventory management.

Ability to accurately document and record customer/client information.

Basic mentoring skills to provide support and constructive performance feedback.

Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to shipping and production.

Previous experience with computer applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

5+ years of experience in supply chain management.

Programming experience or intermediate skills in Excel.

A minimum of a bachelor's degree is preferred.

BS/BA in Supply Chain, Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Business Operations, Finance, or a related field is preferred.

Strong analytical skills.

Previous Data Center exposure/experience.

Demonstrated ability to work in ambiguous situations and across organizational boundaries.

Willingness to adapt quickly to shifting business priorities.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 16, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

Similar Jobs

Warehouse Associate

SRS Distribution Inc. • Newport News, VA • 9h ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

Our Warehouse Associates are an important part to distributing our products. We are seeking a warehouse person to work in a safe environment with positive people. The Warehouse person will properly and safely stock our r...

9h ago

Go to Apply

Marine Electrician (Entry Level) - Newport News, VA

Serco • Newport News, VA • 9h ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

Position Description If you love engaging in manual projects supporting the U.S Navy and our U.S Naval Ships, Serco has a great opportunity for you! Serco is hiring a Marine Electrician to be part of a dynamic team suppo...

9h ago

Go to Apply

Warehouse / Driver

DBS Staffing Services, Inc • Chesapeake, VA • 9h ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

Be able to drive a box truck or a van Receive, process, and organize incoming goods in the warehouse Prepare and load orders in the truck for delivery Unload orders from trucks safely using pallet jack and/or dolly Deliv...

9h ago

Go to Apply

Manufacturing Team Lead

Insight Global • Hampton, VA • 19h ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

Job Description TE Connectivity's Operations Managers are responsible for the day-to-day operations and short/long-term planning for the groups they manage. They manage manufacturing, production control, engineering, inv...

19h ago

Go to Apply

K54/X18 FOREMAN-ASSEMBLY HALL-MULTIPLE SHIFTS-$5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS

HII • Newport News, VA • 3d ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

K54/X18 FOREMAN-ASSEMBLY HALL-MULTIPLE SHIFTS-$5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS Location: Newport News, Virginia, United States Date: Jun 27, 2025 Req ID: 41964 Team: K54 NEW CON FUTURE CARR Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding US Citiz...

3d ago

Go to Apply

ASSEMBLER

HII • Newport News, VA • 3d ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

ASSEMBLER Location: Newport News, Virginia, United States Date: Jun 26, 2025 Req ID: 41768 Team: M53 MACHINE SHOP Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes Full-Time Shift: Multiple...

3d ago

Go to Apply

Tactical & Heavy Equipment Mechanic - 22490

HII • Norfolk, VA • 3d ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

Requisition Number: 22490 Required Travel: 26 - 50% Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt Anticipated Salary Range: $49,777.00 - $60,443.50 Security Clearance: Secret Level of Experience: Mid Summary Join HII as w...

3d ago

Go to Apply

1st Class Electrician

MILLS MARINE & SHIP REPAIR LLC • Portsmouth, VA • 3d ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

Marine Electrican Mills Marine and Ship Repair, LLC (Mills Marine) is currently seeking an individual to support Touch Labor at Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY). Clearance Requirement: Must be a US citizen with a DOD final...

3d ago

Go to Apply

WELDER/STRUCTURE ENTRY-LEVEL

HII • Newport News, VA • 4d ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

WELDER/STRUCTURE ENTRY-LEVEL Location: Newport News, Virginia, United States Date: Jun 25, 2025 Req ID: 41776 Team: X18 WELDERS Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes Full-Time S...

4d ago

Go to Apply

Warehouse Associate

Rexel USA • Chesapeake, VA • 5d ago

Manufacturing & Warehouse

Rexel USA is recognized as a Great Place to Work! Rexel USA is a leading distributor of electrical supplies, services, and solutions, which includes the following companies: Rexel, Gexpro, Platt & Mayer. A career wit...

5d ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.