Distribution Center Planner III

Job Description The Distribution Center Planner develops, updates, generates, and executes the stock distribution requirement plan for the network while supporting the effectiveness of the local market supply chain and customer service. This role has a direct link to the Inventory Planning & Capacity Manager to represent distribution constraints for the purposes of Master Capacity Planning. This position will serve the US Air Division, based in San Antonio, TX, Lewisville, TX, or Atlanta, GA. Responsibilities Creates and maintains valid achievable distribution requirement plans through reviewing SKU level MPS plans and capacity considerations from source of supply Manages shelf-life and quality constraint requirement while balancing and moving stock in the network Constant liaison with Demand Management, Logistics, Customer Service and Supply planning Reviews the network to assess how to best optimize distribution cost while maintaining service level, replenishment objectives and high product availability Monitors inventory against stock targets, pre-build plans, and service levels during low and peak seasonality trends and takes swift actions Defines near-term distribution and warehousing requirements Facilitates the reduction of excess inventory and out of stocks, and works to manage near-term issues Accountable for providing a view of all the warehouse capacity constraints, risks of violation, and opportunities to lift these constraints Responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of key master data elements and planning data, not limited to planning parameters, to ensure planning is streamlined and effective Identifies issues in the network activity, assesses upcoming risks or issues in terms of execution or capacity in the S&OE horizon Accountable for informing on transportation disruptions and options to ensure the required goods are in place on time Drives actionable plans for excess inventory, slow-movers, no-movers, returns, dysfunctional stock Identifies and prioritizes root causes of fill rate issues and excess inventory, and drives corrective actions across cross-functional teams Maintains item segmentation, target inventory levels and quality of inventory Manages finished goods inventory through the life cycle management process Tracks and reports key performance indicators (KPIs) Working with Supply and Inventory Analysis Partner: Review inventory policies and determine optimal updates on a monthly-quarterly basis Develop inventory targets and safety stock including min/max alongside reporting mechanisms to understand key KPIs and metrics Publish inventory reports and perform analysis as needed Ongoing development of role in relation to business requirements is required as new tasks can be assigned Qualifications Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience Minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience Proficient computer skills and in-depth knowledge of relevant software such as MS Office Suite, especially Excel Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, with attention to detail and accuracy Excellent problem-solving skills Some work in non-climate-controlled facility Sitting and walking for extended periods Occasionally lifting up to 20lbs Equal Opportunity Employer Rheem is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Rheem encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including those of any race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The job description above has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr Rheem Manufacturing