Supply Planner | Inventory Management, Replenishment & Supply Chain Optimization

O-I•Plano, TX

About The Position

The Supply Planner plays a key role in ensuring product availability across the O-I Packaging Solutions network. Based in the Plano, Texas area and reporting to the Supply Chain Lead, the position partners with sourcing, manufacturing, sales, and service teams to develop supply and replenishment plans, manage inventory levels, and coordinate intercompany product movements to meet customer demand. The role uses data analysis and cross-functional collaboration to balance customer service, inventory investment, production capacity, and supply chain costs. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, proactive in identifying risks and solving problems, and committed to continuous improvement. The position directly supports supply chain efficiency, service reliability, and cost management. It connects functions to improve alignment, promotes data-driven decision-making and accountability, mitigates supply chain risks, and contributes to operational stability and strategic improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Minimum 3–5 years of experience in supply chain planning, production scheduling, inventory management, logistics, transportation, or related functions.
Strong understanding of supply chain planning, inventory control, logistics operations, and forecasting principles.
Experience with ERP systems, including SAP.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to manage large amounts of data and translate insights into actionable recommendations.
Excellent organizational, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
Must be located in the Plano, Texas area.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, engineering, operations management, logistics, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
Experience with SAP APO and related planning tools.
APICS certification (CPIM, CSCP, CFPIM, or equivalent).

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain sourcing plans and inventory replenishment schedules to support forecasted and actual customer demand.
Monitor and request planning at sourcing partners, adjusting production schedules based on forecasts, inventories, customer requirements, and changing business conditions.
Partner with Demand Planning, Sales Service, and Business Managers to resolve supply chain issues and align supply strategies.
Support S&OP by providing inventory, supply, capacity, and logistics insights for decision-making.
Manage inventory levels to meet customer service objectives while optimizing working capital performance.
Analyze safety stock levels, inventory targets, forecasting inputs, and inventory trends to improve supply chain performance.
Generate and maintain inventory reports, intercompany stock transfer reports, and supply chain dashboards.
Create and manage Stock Transfer Order Purchase Orders (STO POs) and intercompany inventory movements between facilities and warehouse locations.
Coordinate daily, weekly, and monthly inventory control activities across company and third-party warehouse locations.
Support repackaging, decoration, and special project activities to meet customer requirements and operational objectives.
Provide analytical support for business initiatives, continuous improvement projects, and operational performance reviews.
Identify supply chain process vulnerabilities and proactively implement solutions.