Junior Planner

Freedom Forever•Temecula, CA

4d•$25 - $27

About The Position

The Junior Planner will be responsible for monitoring, supporting, and executing all task related to the plan set from the Strategic Commodity Planners. This crucial position is also expected to develop a more efficient and effective planning processes to achieve department objectives and goals.

Requirements

High School Graduate or GED
1 year experience with planning, purchasing, and forecasting
Excellent attention to detail
An analytical mind with strong math skills
Excellent organizational and planning skills
Ability to accurately track inventory and create reports
Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
Excellent customer service and organizational skills
Reliable and trustworthy
Working knowledge of inventory management software
Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 Suite, Google Suite

Responsibilities

Hold a key role in the Strategic Commodity Planning process in terms of document preparations and data gathering
Maintain project status and provide updates
Raise order/inquiries with the suppliers, identifying opportunities to negotiate on cost to maximize profit margins
Input of supplier details, and product information
Support the Manager and Strategic Commodity Planners in the development and implementation of plans
Build a comprehensive knowledge of all categories
Support material movement between sites to ensure proper inventory levels and reduced impact to operation needs
Support current and potential shortages, execute plan, and advise interested parties of status and recovery plan
Support in the commodity re-quote plan to ensure best price available
Support in the research potential suppliers and compare their products, pricing, and services
Utilize the Material Requirement Planning system (MRP) to ensure that the data is accurate and up to date
Continuous review of catalog for Part Catalog Standardization
Support the transition and phasing out of old products to new and advise interested parties of status and plan
Performs duties with minimal direction from management
Hold other employees accountable to standard operating procedures as established
Deliver updates and reports as required
Develop ideas and strategies to improve operational efficiency, add value, aid business performance, and work towards a strategy of continuous improvement
Perform other duties as assigned