Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Supply and Demand Planner to join our team. This role is responsible for executing demand planning, inventory management, and allocation processes for a variety of Business-to-Business products and solutions. You will work closely with Panasonic factories and third-party suppliers to secure supply, collaborate with other planners to determine allocation priorities, and develop supply plans, allocation strategies, and reliable ETA dates for customer orders and inquiries.
At Panasonic Connect, we connect the power of people and technology to change work, advance society and help connect to tomorrow. Empathy, results, relentlessness and teamwork are the foundations of the Panasonic Connect Culture. Our mission is to elevate the employee experience by empowering individuals to use their voice and have a positive impact on our business.
Responsibilities
Supply and Demand Planning and Allocation
Work with Panasonic factories and third-party suppliers to determine availability and place purchase orders
Consistently communicate with Panasonic factories and third-party suppliers to track changes in supply, required order splits, and improvements or degradations to existing ETA dates
Track KPIs for on-time delivery, factory performance to commitment, and third-party vendor performance
Collaborate with other planners to obtain expedite requirements for specific demands
Work with factories and third-party suppliers to accommodate expedite requests
Partner with the Order Management Team to implement allocation plans and update or revise allocations as needed
Support distributors with order ETAs, managing aged inventory, and stock returns
Process Improvement Initiatives
Establish new allocation planning logic and processes and incorporate them within product categories
Explore functionality within current planning systems and identify new ways to improve operations
Analyze processes and identify manual tasks that can be automated; develop and implement automation plans to improve overall process efficiency and reduce internal costs
Qualifications
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree required in Supply Chain, Finance, Business, or a related field
Three or more years of supply chain experience required, or equivalent university coursework
Experience working with advanced planning tools (such as Blue Yonder, Anaplan, or similar) required, or equivalent coursework
APICS CSCP Certification preferred
Experience with SAP S/4HANA preferred
Previous supply chain systems implementation experience a plus
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Key Competencies
Ability to work within a team of Supply and Demand Planners
Ability to collaborate with Product and Category owners to prioritize demands and allocate properly
Ability to work with other planners to gather information on demand priorities
Ability to partner with the Order Management Team to ensure proper implementation of allocation plans
Ability to communicate ETAs and constraints to salespeople effectively
Communication Skills
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills
Ability to respond to and redirect emails from various stakeholders in a timely and courteous manner
Ability to collaborate with Customer Service, Sales, Product Management, Channel Management, and Finance to resolve issues
Strong ability to communicate regularly with Planners, Sales, Product Management, and Category Owners
Other Requirements
Willingness to learn and evaluate new systems related to supply chain management for process and data quality improvements
Deadline-oriented with a strong sense of urgency and follow-through
Self-motivated and proactive
Ability to succeed in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment with multiple and changing priorities and projects
Strong organizational and time management skills
Presentation skills highly desired
Data analytics skills required
Ability to travel up to 10%
Benefits and Perks - What's In It For You
Panasonic is committed to supporting your total wellbeing through a wide variety of benefits and wellness programs to support your physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health. Here's what you can expect:
Health Benefits - Offering medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans, plus Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
Voluntary Benefits - Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.
Panasonic Retirement Savings and Investment Plan (PRSIP) - 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting.
Paid Time-Off Benefits - Vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer time, and parental and caregiver leave.
Educational Assistance - Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service.
Health Management and Wellbeing Programs - Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition support, neurodiversity resources, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources. Available to eligible employees starting the first day of the month following your start date. Eligibility for each benefit may vary based on employment status, location, and length of service.
We Take Opportunity Seriously:
At Panasonic, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer.
The salary range listed below is just one component of Panasonic's total package. Actual compensation varies depending on the individual's knowledge, skills, experience, and location. This role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and incentives. The minimum hourly wage for this role will be the greater of the posted range, or minimum wage for the location where the employee will be working, subject to local minimum wage requirements.
We understand that your career search may look different than others and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience. If you are actively looking or starting to explore new opportunities, send us your application!
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S.
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Salary Range
$70,000 - $80,000 Plus Bonus REQ-153780
