Inventory Planning Manager

PACCAR•Renton, WA

2d•$104,100 - $146,630•Onsite

About The Position

The Inventory Planning Manager is responsible for managing the inventory for various Strategic Business Units, overseeing supplier performance and optimizing inventory levels to exceed customer expectations in terms of fill metrics. This position is based out of Renton, WA.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree in Business or related field is required
5+ years of relevant experience (i.e. Supply Chain, Inventory Control, or Operations)
Strong communications skills

Nice To Haves

MBA preferred
2+ years as a manager or supervisor preferred
Inventory control or product distribution experience preferred
Understanding of JDA, SCM, or ERP software a plus
Knowledge of truck parts and component preferred
Microsoft Office proficiency preferred
Advanced Excel, SQL, and Tableau skills preferred
Language proficiency in Spanish or French desired
Six Sigma training desired

Responsibilities

Supervise the planning of inventory to result in the achievement of division fill and inventory turn goals.
Develop corrective actions within the Strategic Business Units framework to achieve service level, turn, surplus inventory, promotions and inventory change objectives.
Work with Demand Planning to ensure forecasts and safety stock are adequate for assigned suppliers.
Identify opportunities for improved material flow and services in conjunction with Operations and the Distribution Centers.
Supervise, train and direct staff in inventory planning and supplier expediting.
Contact and meet with suppliers to effect agreements concerning material plans; reviews various service level, supplier order and backorder reports to effect expediting projects or supplier communications; prepares management and division reports.
Communicate directly with truck division field service groups to create, monitor, delegate actions, maintain documentation, provide feedback and follow-up on all field service and recall requirements.

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