Supply Planner II

U.S. Venture, Inc.•Appleton, WI

About The Position

The Supply Planner 2 is a mid-level planning professional responsible for ensuring product availability through advanced purchasing strategies, supplier collaboration, and inventory optimization. This role operates with a high degree of autonomy, leveraging Logility, Microsoft Dynamics D365, and planning tools to manage complex supply scenarios, support cross-functional initiatives, and lead continuous improvement projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
3-5 years of experience in supply planning, purchasing, or procurement
Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics D365 and Microsoft Office Suite
Experience in supplier collaboration and performance management
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work cross-functionally

Nice To Haves

ASCM CPIM or CSCP Certification
Experience leading cross-functional projects or process improvement initiatives

Responsibilities

Conduct regular purchasing reviews to align supply with forecasted demand and inventory targets.
Build and manage import loads to optimize container utilization and reduce freight costs.
Collaborate with suppliers to confirm availability, lead times, and shipping schedules.
Release replenishment purchase orders in alignment with demand plans and safety stock levels.
Support special programs and promotional events by ensuring timely and accurate supply execution.
Monitor and maintain supplier scorecards to track performance metrics such as on-time delivery, fill rate, and responsiveness.
Manage supplier programs and initiatives to improve service levels and reduce supply chain risk.
Respond to purchasing alerts and exceptions to prevent stockouts or overstock situations.
Review planned but not purchased items to ensure timely order placement and avoid supply gaps.
Maintain open purchase orders by updating delivery dates, quantities, and shipment details as needed.
Coordinate with Logistics and Inbound Scheduling to ensure efficient receipt and flow of goods.
Identify and resolve supply constraints through proactive communication and escalation with vendors.
Support continuous improvement initiatives in purchasing and supply planning processes.
Provide insights and reporting on supply status, risks, and opportunities to cross-functional teams.
Utilize Microsoft Dynamics D365 and planning tools to manage purchasing workflows and analytics.
Uphold company values and contribute to a culture of operational excellence and collaboration.
Monitor supplier capacity and lead time variability to proactively manage risk.
Collaborate with Logistics to optimize inbound freight and reduce costs.
Maintain supply continuity during product transitions or discontinuations.
Lead supplier performance reviews and collaborate on corrective actions.
Analyze supply trends and inventory performance to identify opportunities for cost savings, lead time reduction, and inventory optimization.
Lead or co-lead cross-functional supply chain projects (supplier transitions, system enhancements, cost reduction initiatives).