Inventory Planning Analyst

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.

Westlake Pipe & Fittings, a Westlake division (NYSE:WLK), is one of the largest polyvinyl chloride pipe and fittings manufacturer in North America. With 23 manufacturing and distribution locations, the company supplies gasketed, solvent weld and restrained joint pipes and a wide range of fittings for a diverse list of markets including municipal water and sewer, plumbing, water well, pool and spa, and agricultural and turf irrigation. Westlake Pipe & Fittings is an industry leader in product development with Certa-Lok® spline-lock technology and product systems that are focused on building A Better Foundation. To learn more, visit the website at WestlakePipe.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook.

SO WHY WESTLAKE PIPE & FITTINGS?

We believe in creating a supportive and inclusive culture that empowers and encourages our associates to succeed through individual achievement and teamwork. A career at Westlake Pipe & Fittings, is enriched with an innovative spirit, high work ethic, and rewarding experiences. We foster a culture that supports professional development, personal growth, and opportunities for advancement.


SUMMARY

Oversees the inventory planning activities for the Sales Inventory and Operations Planning (SIOP) process. Responsible for managing, developing and maintaining the inventory plan, as well as the storage capacity requirements plan to meet strategic objectives of the organization. Reports to the SIOP Manager and works cross-functionally to support the overall operations planning and control process.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

May include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Responsible for the development and communication of the inventory plan through the monthly SIOP process
• Oversees inventory management and replenishment process of a multi-echelon distribution network across North America
• Standardizes Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP) parameters and process
• Ensures the ERP data is set up and maintained properly for inventory management and DRP execution
• Executes the replenishment strategy through DRP to support the demand plan while achieving the customer service levels required
• Oversees, trains, and develops the team of replenishment analysts responsible for executing daily replenishment tasks
• Develops storage capacity tools and process as part of the Resource Requirements Planning (RRP) process
• Forecasts storage capacity requirements, identifies constraints based on the supply and demand plans, and provides recommendations to improve network design
• Defines inventory planning parameters, such as, but not limited to, ABC classification, Safety Stock, and reorder points
• Reports on KPIs such as Fill Rate, OTIF, slow and obsolete (SLOB), inventory turns, inventory velocity, frequency, days of supply, in stock rate, backorder rate, etc.
• Designs the optimal inventory mix by site to support the demand plan, while achieving the desired customer service levels
• Support the design, implementation and enhancement of the Company's planning system solution as part of the supply chain digital strategy
• Utilizes change management methodologies to drive organizational change

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field
• 5+ years of supply chain and inventory management experience
• Demonstrated analytical skills with ability to develop concepts with actionable plan
• Proficient computer skills in MS Excel, Word, Outlook, Power BI
• Proficient with MRP experience required
• ASCM/APICS certification is preferred
• Experience with ERP Systems, with SAP S/4HANA preferred
• Able to multi-task and display a high level of company/team spirit in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Be able to travel to sites as needed (up to 25% travel)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate as normally based in an office. Some of the work may be required in the operating units which can require usage of required PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, etc. May also result in exposure to outside elements and may require usage of stairs and elevators. Travel including air travel or auto travel may occasionally be required.

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.

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