Supply Planner

LiftOne•Birmingham, AL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Supply Planner for LiftOne, you will report into the newly developed Supply Chain team at LiftOne. You’ll partner with business leaders and other key stakeholders to understand our current state, identify key pain points, and contribute to data / process optimization to promote the future state of the department. You will help support new supply chain initiatives in efforts to drive customer satisfaction. The primary function of a Supply Planner is to conduct in-depth analyses of inventory-related data to optimize organizational supply chain processes and operational efficiencies. The role involves the gathering, structuring, and interpretating of data from various sources, including but not limited to, inventory life cycle data, part usage analytics, lead times, supply costs, storage requirements, and financial impact drivers. The supply planner will collaborate with internal customers to optimize inventory life cycle timing, support operational usage rates, manage stock-out risk levels, and help drive continuous improvement in LiftOne’s materials management process. To excel as a supply planner, candidates must possess a combination of analytical skills, business acumen, and effective communication abilities. Technology will play a crucial role in the work of this role. Enterprise planning (ERP) tools and analytics tools, specifically SAP S4/HANA and MSFT Power BI, will be commonly used to gather, interpret, and maintain supply-related data. Familiarity with these tools and the ability to adapt to a digitally transformative workplace will prove vital in this role.

Requirements

5+ years of professional materials planning experience in a relatable role required and/or bachelor’s degree in SCM/Operations from an accredited university.
ERP experience strongly desired; SAP S4/Hana is a plus.
Proficiency in ERP, Power BI analytics, and Microsoft Suite applications.
Advanced MS Excel skills required (pivot tabling & VLOOKUP).
Strong problem solving and communication skills.
Collaborative work environment mindset.
Strong analytical capabilities required.
Ability to work under pressure effectively and professionally in a team-oriented environment with frequent changes in deadlines and priorities.
Ability to work in-person at one of the following locations: Nashville, TN, Birmingham, AL, Decatur, AL, Montgomery, AL, or Tuscaloosa, AL

Nice To Haves

Project Management, APICS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Utilize appropriate supply planning parameters, historical data, and systemic tools to optimize managed parts inventory levels, backorder parts, stockout rates, dead stock/slow moving, and obsolescence levels.
Monitor inventory levels and provide systemic recommendations of optimal inventory balances and replenishments while minimizing excess stock.
Work closely with internal customers and supply chain teams to gather relevant data, align to demand and usage levels, and develop strategies to meet business objectives.
Analyze usage rates, patterns, operational data, and market trends to identify opportunities for continuous process improvements and refined forecasting models.
Track accuracy and performance metrics to drive process optimization and best practices.
Identify and mitigate potential risks to usage rates and requirements, such as market fluctuations, seasonality, lifecycle changes, and environmental risks.
Stay informed about industry best practices, emerging technology, evolving market trends in inventory management, and continued process enhancements.
Data support for Procurement category buyers and strategic sourcing initiatives.
Assist in creating and maintaining KPI scorecards and performance dashboards.
Other duties as assigned.