Senior Inventory Planner

Graco manufactures and markets premium equipment to move, measure, control, dispense and spray a wide variety of fluid and powder materials. What does that mean? Well, we pump peanut butter into your jar, and the oil in your car. We glue the soles of your shoes, the glass in your windows and the screen on your phone. We spray the finish on your vehicle, coatings on your pills, the paint on your house and texture on your walls. Graco is part of your daily life.

The Senior Inventory Control Planner is responsible for identifying opportunities to improve inventory efficiency by monitoring and analyzing SKU and aggregate level inventory data. Based on data-driven insights, the person in this position will initiate and lead collaborative cross-functional efforts to address the root causes of excess or insufficient inventory as well as develop and implement new procedures to enhance inventory management

What You Will Do at Graco:

• Data Analysis & Reporting

  • Monitor and analyze inventory, delivery, cost and planning data to identify underperforming areas or trends related to inventory management

  • Apply a deep understanding of the parameters that drive multi-echelon inventory performance; perform root cause analysis to identify potential corrective and preventative actions to remedy underperformance

  • Create and present inventory reports to management, including identification of trends, patterns and areas for improvement

• Continuous Improvement Delivery

  • Lead collaborative improvement initiatives in partnership with Manufacturing Managers, Manufacturing Planners, Sourcing, Business Leaders and Finance to improve inventory performance

  • Develop and implement inventory control procedures

  • Effectively identify ,manage and influence trade-offs between functions to minimize sub-optimization of overall inventory system performance

• Project Management

  • Create detailed resource requirements, task plans and timelines to deliver improvements

  • Lead and drive successful completion of successful projects within budget and scope

  • Manage cross-functional teams, including stakeholder meetings

  • Manage stakeholder engagement through written documentation and presentations

  • Document actions, decisions and lessons learned

  • Prepare and lead briefings and other governance requirements and documentation

What You Will Bring to Graco:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Supply Chain Management, Operations, Data Science, Mathematics, or Statistics

• 5 years in manufacturing materials management

• Strong organizational and project management skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Strong negotiation and collaboration skills

• Strong analytical skills

• Proficiency in Oracle ERP

• Ability to work effectively in a global, cross-functional team environment

• Proven track record of driving process improvements and achieving results

• Knowledge of industry best practices and emerging trends in materials management

• APICS certification

Accelerators:

• MBA or Master's degree preferred

• GAINS proficiency preferred

• Project Management certification

• Experience with Project Portfolio Management systems

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Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., H-1B, TN, F-1 OPT).

At Graco, you truly make a difference. Your unique talents contribute to our organizational growth and future. Not only do you make a difference, but Graco’s culture empowers employees to create their own career path. Whether you choose to advance within your current department or explore new opportunities in different divisions, you have the ability to build your future. Our managers are here to provide support and guidance as you continue to grow within your career.

Graco has excellent opportunities available to individuals who want to be part of a fast-moving, growing company that is committed to quality, innovation and solving fluid handling problems for our customers. Graco is proud to be named a Best Place to Work by Fortune Magazine in 2016, 2018, 2019, 2021 & 2022. Graco offers attractive compensation, benefits and career development opportunities. Graco’s comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, stock purchase plan, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and more.

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The base pay range for this position is listed below, exclusive of fringe benefits or other compensation. If you are hired, your final base hourly rate will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, competencies, education, and/or experience. In addition to those factors, we will also consider internal equity of our current employees. Please keep in mind that the range provided is the full base salary range for the role. Hiring at or near the maximum of the range would not be typical to allow for future and continued salary growth.