Supply Chain Planner

Job Description

Job Description

Description:
Typical Day in the Role
• Purpose of the Team: The purpose of this team is to expedite the flow of work and materials within or between departments of an establishment according to the production schedule. A typical Supply Chain Planner is responsible for reviewing and distributing production, work, and shipment schedules and compiling reports on inventory levels, cost, etc.
• Key projects: This role will contribute to ongoing operational work. The role aligns with mid-level supply chain planning responsibilities and integrates into existing workflows rather than being a standalone initiative.

Candidate Requirements
• Best vs. Average: The ideal resume would contain Strong experience with Excel, Power BI, and SAP

Summary:
The main function of a Supply Chain Planner is to coordinate and expedite the flow of work and materials within or between departments of an establishment according to the production schedule. A typical Supply Chain Planner is responsible for reviewing and distributing production, work, and shipment schedules and compiling reports on inventory levels, cost, etc.

Job Responsibilities:
• Examine documents, materials and products, and monitor work processes in order to assess completeness, accuracy and conformation to standards and specifications.
• Review documents such as production schedules, work orders, and staffing tables to determine personnel and materials requirements, and material priorities.
• Record production data, including volume produced, consumption of raw materials, and quality control measures.
• Requisition and maintain inventories of materials and supplies necessary to meet production demands.
• Revise production schedule when required, due to design changes, labor or material shortages, or other interruptions.
• Distribute production schedules and work orders to departments.

Skills:
• Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze costs related to manufacturing, labor, and materials.
• Ability to accurately document and record customer/client information.
• Basic mentoring skills necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback.
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to shipping and production.
• Previous experience with computer applications, such as Word and Excel.

Education/Experience:
• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5-7 years related experience required.

Explain a typical day in the role.:
Work closely with the S&OP planning team for demand planning and forecasting.

What is the ideal background of a candidate for this role?:
Supply chain experience; demand planning; demand forecasting; excel; PBI; PowerPoint;

How will contractor performance be measured?:
KPIs; work throughput and quality

Top 3 Must-Have HARD Skills & years of experience for each:
Excel and PPT proficiency
Demand planning experience
Supply chain experience
\nCompany Description

A global technology company specializing in cloud platforms, enterprise software, AI, productivity solutions, and digital transformation.

Company Description

A global technology company specializing in cloud platforms, enterprise software, AI, productivity solutions, and digital transformation.