Local Supply Planner

Local Supply Planner

Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we're pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping.

As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.

The Local Supply Planner is responsible for driving and optimizing the supply chain management in the mid-term planning horizon for the factory. Answering the questions: What needs to be done in order to meet the expected demand? What needs to be done when? What are the risks in the supply chain going through the factory?

This is an onsite position located in Richmond, VA.

Responsibilities include:

• Drive and coordinate the supply chain in the factory and align with the product group.
• Run local supply review monthly cycle and facilitate decision making to close any supply risks or gaps.
• Stock strategy for local stock (SI, NI, RI, BI) in alignment with the product group directions.
• Conduct local inventory management process and keep component planning data up to date.
• Receive demand information from Central BU and breakdown into component forecast, actively seek local business information to make adjustments.
• Drive improvements in the supply chain locally and contribute to global supply chain improvements.
• Compile supply chain performance measurements to facilitate Sales and operations execution process.
• Execute administrative work with SOP as a base.
• Be active in Status Board meetings.
• Be active in problem resolution and other improvement activities.
• Suggest improvements of SOP.
• Always consider waste elimination.

At Alfa Laval, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences. While we typically welcome applicants from all locations, for this particular role, we are prioritizing candidates who are currently residing in USA or have an established presence in the area.

What you know:

• Bachelor's degree mandatory; specialization in Industrial Engineering preferred.
• 5 years of experience in supply chain planning mandatory; working in manufacturing experience is mandatory for this position.
• Knowledge with ERP systems.
• Strategical planning thinking.
• Good understanding of supply chain networks.
• Be cooperative.
• Be communicative.
• Be flexible.
• Be engaged in problem solving & improvement.
• Be analytical.
• Have a positive attitude.
• Have a responsible attitude.
• Have a holistic mindset.

We care about diversity, inclusion and equity in our recruitment processes. We also believe behavioral traits can provide important insights into a candidate's fit to a role. To help us achieve this we apply Pymetrics assessments, and upon application you will be invited to play the assessment games.

What's in it for you?

At Alfa Laval, we carefully consider a wide range of factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators and consider your specific job, background, skills, and experience to get it right. The base salary for this role is typically $70,000.00 to $82,000.00.

Alfa Laval is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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Alfa Laval Mid Europe Gmbh