Inventory Planner
About The Position
In this role, you are a critical member of the materials team that plans and optimizes the inventory levels at our PACCAR Distribution Centers (PDC’s). You will be responsible for many of the distribution center planning processes including: inventory planning, delivery performance, forecast validation, seasonality and regional planning. You will work closely with program managers, commodity managers, logistics, sales, customer service and materials management to spearhead inventory flows to PDCs. We are looking for candidates who are passionate about the supply chain, are self-motivated, have excellent judgement, and are great communicators. Your success in this role will have a direct impact on the customer experience and growing the business.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business, or related field
- Excellent business judgment and strong written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work effectively with multiple teams including program managers, materials supply chain teams, and commodity managers to manage and optimize product delivery performance
- Ability to thrive in a high energy environment where tactical daily activities and continuous improvement project activities are expected to be driven in parallel
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office with strong ability in Excel
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Supply Chain Management systems (SCM)
- Proven problem-solving skills, project management skills, attention to detail, and exceptional organizational skills
- Excellent negotiation skills, including conflict management.
Responsibilities
- Optimize inventory levels by balancing product programs, vendor experience, operational flexibility, and cost effectiveness
- Analyze drivers of significant forecast misses to continuously improve part availability
- Mitigate inventory risks by managing dependencies across multiple teams. Clearly communicate dependencies and manage expectations
- Work with supply chain and program teams in areas including logistics, demand planning, managed dealer inventory, sales teams, marketing, and customer service to continuously optimize the customer fulfillment experience
- Lead and/or support the implementation of productivity and process improvements including Kaizen and Six Sigma projects
- Identify underperforming suppliers and lead corrective action calls to ensure compliance to supplier guidelines
- Work with suppliers to expedite parts to limit stock-outs at distribution centers
- Prioritize responsibilities to complete tasks in a timely manner and produce quality work
- Manage supplier comprehension of systems and reports
Benefits
- 401k with up to a 5% company match
- Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
- Comprehensive paid time off – minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education
- Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
- Paid short- and long-term disability programs
- Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
- This position is eligible for a holiday gift
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
