Inventory Planner

Inventory PlannerJoin the Alside team at Associated Materials, LLC, and be AMazing with us! At Alside, we combine our rich history in exterior building products since 1947 with an unwavering commitment to continuous improvement and the customer experience. We are uniquely positioned to expand our product offerings, strengthen our supplier network, and deliver even greater value to the market.As a leading distributor of windows, vinyl siding, and cladding products and the primary distributor of Associated Materials Innovations, you'll have the opportunity to contribute ideas in a welcoming and supportive work environment driven by safety and our core values. Join the Alside team where you can be AMazing as we shape our future together.The Inventory Planner is responsible for monitoring inventory levels and for ordering and forecasting materials to replenish those inventory levels. In addition, the Inventory Planner deals with Supply Center Managers and vendors daily, leveraging great organizational and supplier relations skills.Key Accountabilities:Establish effective relationships with the operations managers at all Supply Centers assigned to them, and work closely with them to address any materials questions they haveManage inventory levels by supply center based on stocking plan and monitoring demand on assigned businessesUse of financial and quantitative information to optimize results and meet financial commitmentsManage integrity of information related to inventory levels (Surplus/Dead/Stocked and Non-Stocked)Serve and protect all internal and external customer base with Inventory related subjectsAssist in strategic initiatives by partnering with the Sourcing team and/or Product Management to build an optimal Inventory Plan that best serves the businessPlace daily orders from multiple Supply Centers (35-40 depending on region)Ensure we are following budgeted Stocking Plan guidanceMaintain and build Supply Center/ROVP/RSVP relations, these contacts are vitalReport on backorders/late shipments and work with sourcing to resolve any ongoing issuesWork closely with engineering/sourcing/marketing on new product launches, ensuring that all the parts are in place for testing and launch datesMaintain forecasts and ordering parameters for all assigned product categoriesKey Relationships:Supply Center Operations ManagersCorporate Supply Chain TeamManufacturing Plant personnelTransportationRequired Education, Skills & Experience:Bachelor's degree in a related fieldExperience using all Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)Advanced Excel skillsCommunication skills to express ideas and concepts verbally, visually and in writingPlanning and organization to set targets / milestones and follow through on commitmentsFamiliarity with Vinyl Siding/ Metal/ Roofing and related building productsExperience working within an ERP packageAPICS certification (Preferred)Familiarity With Microsoft IS2/SQL language and query building (Preferred)About Us When you join Alside, you are part of a leading exterior building products distribution business serving residential and commercial remodeling and new construction markets. We strive to provide high-quality windows, siding, metals, and other essential building products to contractors, remodelers, builders, and architects. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Alside operates more than 100 supply centers across the U.S. and is owned by Associated Materials, LLC. Associated Materials, LLC, provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance. We also make reasonable accommodations for disabled employees and applicants, as required by law.The actual wage offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay parity. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.