Senior Demand Planner

Superior Communications•Irwindale, CA

2d•$80,522 - $102,000•Onsite

About The Position

With 30 years of experience in the wireless industry, Superior Communications has become the nation's largest manufacturer and distributor of wireless accessories with the broadest product offerings and services for all channels of distribution. Superior Communications is looking for a Senior Demand Planner in Irwindale, CA. A Senior Demand Planner is responsible for generating and managing statistical forecasts by SKU, customer, and DC location utilizing demand history, seasonality, market trends, promotion plans, while taking into account channel inventory and product life-cycle management. You will be responsible for... Essential Functions: (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions) Analyze factors impacting demand for mobile accessories and consumer electronics (seasonality, category trends, trade promotions, competitive brand analysis, channel inventory), then build and maintain statistical forecasts Lead Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment meetings with key accounts Act as Sales & Operations Planning lead for respective accounts Achieve KPI targets ranging from forecast accuracy, inventory targets, service levels, customer inventory levels Populate and maintain revenue forecast Manage customer store inventory using Superior’s Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) system Follow ISO/TL9000 requirements as it pertains to position You might be a great fit if... Skills Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Excellent written and oral communication skills Able to work in a team environment Organized, detail-oriented; able to prioritize effectively Able to adapt to changing job requirements Able to execute responsibilities with minimal supervision Able to complete projects under tight deadlines Required Education/ Experience: BA/BS degree, plus 2 years of supply chain experience – or - 5 years of supply chain-related experience Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite, particularly strong Microsoft Excel skills (lookups, pivot tables, sum-ifs, conditional format) Understanding of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems Vendor Management Inventory (VMI) management experience, a plus Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has no supervisory responsibility Work Environment: This position operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets. Physical Demands: This is largely a sedentary role; however, some light lifting is required. This would require the ability to lift 10 lb. box, open box, and bend or stand as necessary. Position Type and Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time position. Normal business days are Monday through Friday. Work hours will be assigned in advance. Travel: Up to 5% travel is expected for this position ADA - Superior Communications will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the subsequent application process. Referrals… If this isn’t the job for you, perhaps you have a friend who would be a perfect fit. Please send them this link! About Superior Communications Superior Communications opened its newest distribution center outside Nashville, TN. The 130,000-square-foot facility supports customers throughout the country with a focus on those in the region. Superior is focused on helping our customers solve their go-to-market challenges through industry-leading services across the supply chain, from geographic location to value-added support in the retail stores. We offer a great benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Paid Time Off, Holidays, and 401(k). At Superior Communications we respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. For more information about Superior, visit www.superiorcommunications.com . About Us

Requirements

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Able to work in a team environment
Organized, detail-oriented; able to prioritize effectively
Able to adapt to changing job requirements
Able to execute responsibilities with minimal supervision
Able to complete projects under tight deadlines
BA/BS degree, plus 2 years of supply chain experience – or - 5 years of supply chain-related experience
Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite, particularly strong Microsoft Excel skills (lookups, pivot tables, sum-ifs, conditional format)
Understanding of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems

Nice To Haves

Vendor Management Inventory (VMI) management experience, a plus

Responsibilities

Analyze factors impacting demand for mobile accessories and consumer electronics (seasonality, category trends, trade promotions, competitive brand analysis, channel inventory), then build and maintain statistical forecasts
Lead Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment meetings with key accounts
Act as Sales & Operations Planning lead for respective accounts
Achieve KPI targets ranging from forecast accuracy, inventory targets, service levels, customer inventory levels
Populate and maintain revenue forecast
Manage customer store inventory using Superior’s Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) system
Follow ISO/TL9000 requirements as it pertains to position