Associate Planner

As an Associate Planner, you will support the functional Subject Matter Expert (SME) and be the focal point for the planning process in Demand Planning and/or Supply Planning related tasks. You will assist in analysis to lead and inform cross-functional decisions related to tracking key performance indicators and inputs into supply chain decisions. Responsibilities: Support Demand and/or Supply Planning processes. Assist in gathering required inputs to measure and improve forecast accuracy metrics. Provide assistance in conducting operational reviews with key business leaders in Commercial, Category Management, Sourcing, and Inventory to serve as Demand and/or Supply inputs for Sales & Operations Execution (S&OE). Facilitate the analysis to support mid to long-range Demand and/or Supply Planning scenarios. Participate in internal and cross-functional business process and analytics continuous improvement efforts and/or projects. Provide support in enabling an effective product lifecycle management and portfolio rationalization processes. Assist in resolving Demand and/or Supply exceptions for the assigned items or location(s). Participate in special projects as assigned. Qualifications: Associate degree (U.S.)/College Diploma (Canada) required. Bachelor’s Degree - Supply Chain, Business Administration, Finance or related field preferred. Licenses/Certificates/Designations - Blue Yonder (JDA) Functional, Technical, or other leading Advanced Planning System (APS); APICS CPIM or CSCP preferred. 1-2 years of experience in analyzing complex data, identifying patterns and analysis techniques to develop conclusions and insights that aid in decision making processes. Proficient in Microsoft Office: Excel, PowerPoint, Word. 1-2 years working knowledge of SAP/Oracle, Blue Yonder (JDA) or other similar APS and Business Intelligence (BI) Tools - MS Power BI, Tableau, or Qlik, etc. 1-2 years insight and experience with Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP) systems, particularly relate to the Demand and/or Supply Planning processes. Understanding of how data is structured within the systems and ability to source the information as well as input data for downstream use. Ability to travel up to 25% At Wesco, we build, connect, power and protect the world. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on. Our Company’s greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We promote a culture that is grounded in teamwork and respect. With a workforce of over 20,000 people worldwide, we embrace the unique perspectives each person brings. Through comprehensive benefits ( and active community engagement, we create an environment where every team member has the opportunity to thrive. Founded in 1922 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Wesco is a publicly traded (NYSE: WCC) FORTUNE 500® company. Wesco International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Wesco”) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. US applicants only, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Los Angeles Unincorporated County Candidates Only: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. This posting is for a current, active vacancy intended for immediate hire. #J-18808-Ljbffr