SUPPLY CHAIN PLANNER - ONSITE - TAMARAC, FL

CITY Furniture•Tamarac, FL

27d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Supply Chain Planner, the primary function of this position is to maintain high in stock availability whilst optimizing the inbound flow, and maintaining healthy inventory levels to ensure customer satisfaction. The Supply Chain Planner is also responsible for building and maintaining relationships with vendors and internal cross-functional teams. You will optimize order flow, monitor and replenish inventory, and manage demand planning software tools such as Blue Ridge and AS400. Your contributions will ensure the success of the Supply Chain team within the Merchandising department at CITY HOME.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, preferably in Supply Chain, Merchandising, or Logistics required.
1+ years of experience in related field.
Monday through Friday
Occasional early morning hours and late evenings may be required to attend events and conduct special projects.
Prolonged sitting
High level knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs (i.e. Excel, Word, and Outlook, etc.)
SharePoint
Google Suite (i.e. Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.)
AS400
EDI
Blue Ridge

Nice To Haves

Effective communication: active listening, speaking effectively, writing concisely
Negotiating
Forecasting
Identifying and solving problems
Data analysis
Attention to detail
Self-starter with ability to work independently
Efficient decision-making

Responsibilities

Plans weekly demand rates for Manager of Supply Chain to approve based on 10 weeks of written business. Plans seasonal demand changes and works around holiday factory shutdowns. Documents action plans to Manager of Supply Chain for groups outside of our inventory targets. Plans new product and promotional buy plans based on sales and inventory level commitments determined by the Buyer. Manages demand planning software tools such as Blue Ridge and AS400.
Maintains high in stock level through filling stock outs from overseas or domestic warehouses since re-optimizing orders when demand rate changes will cause product to be over/under-stocked. Optimizes order flow by properly spacing out shipments based on demand. Moves up, pushes out, or cancels orders to maintain inventory levels underneath maximum commitment but over safety stock levels. Highlights significant overstocks to Manager for suggested incremental sales promotions. Enters, monitors, and replenishes showroom inventory (if applicable).
Verifies and confirms that orders are on track and correct. Confirms vendor receipt of orders. Confirms quantities and invoice totals. Confirms ship dates upon order confirmation. Monitors any changes and promptly reports and documents for Supply Chain Manager. Investigates discrepancies from vendor/representative or factory.
Manages the planning of the sell down of discontinued product to time out to new product introductions as approved by the Buyer. Monitors sales results of discontinued product to determine appropriate items to act on per Buyer's approval. Reviews weekly to verify discontinued product plan is on track.
Recommends areas for improvement to increase the efficiency of supply chain: verifies factory lead times, shipping accuracies, cutting cycles, and buying group consolidations. Follows up on any quality issues that need to be addressed from product sample quality notes. Documents and records vendor Plan/Do/Check/Act (PDCA) cycle.
Issues purchase orders as needed to properly maintain target in stock and inventory levels for active products. Approves/rejects EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) exceptions.
Works with Supply Chain Manager and Logistics Manager to ensure low cost and timely shipments domestically and internationally. Spreads out order flow of receiving and prioritizes items with backorder for receiving first. Approves/rejects DHL shipping exceptions.
Communicates issues cross functionally as directed. Creates sample requests for new product/quality issues. Submits paperwork to graphics team for showroom tag changes. Processes return to vendor (RTV) paperwork. Attends monthly vendor meetings to review performance.
Compiles and updates various reports to assist Supply Chain Manager and Buyer including the following: inventory audit, projections, fabric ordering spreadsheets (if applicable), and truck scheduling. Updates freight costs and creates freight PO's. Audits Showroom Inventory reporting for changes. Audits end of day (EOD) receiving discrepancies and reports discrepancies to Supply Chain Manager, Supplier, Operations, and Accounting. Responsible for approving financial transactions such as invoices and RTVs and preparing financial transactions for approval by upper management.
Submits floor plan note template to sell off product, move to web, or move to clearance. Sets up new vendors and new factory buying groups.
Upholds CITY HOME's dynamic process of continuous improvement and learning (also known as CFOS) within the department by implementing suggestions.
Adheres to all assigned Standard Work and Role and Responsibilities for your role.

Benefits

Competitive and Transparent Compensation
Visibility into all Associate-level pay ranges within your department
Opportunity for performance-based and profit sharing bonuses
Workforce and Demand Planning for Leveled Workload
Paid Vacation & Sick Time
Paid Parental leave
Opportunity for Flexible Work Environment and Schedule (varies by department and role)
Community involvement and volunteer opportunities
Free virtual healthcare services (for Associates enrolled in our medical plans)
Medical options include Employer-funded HSA options
Vision to support your eye health and well-being
100% Employer-paid Dental option available to all Associate
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Life & Disability Insurance 100% employer-sponsored options
Voluntary Insurance (Accident, Hospital, Critical Care, etc.)
401(k) - once enrolled, Associates are 100% vested with discretionary Company Match
Roth 401K Option
Financial Wellness webinars
90% Promote from Within
Access to various training for professional development
Individual Development Plan (IDP) (varies by department)
Associate Purchase Discount Program