Supply Planner

Armada•Pittsburgh, PA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is a highly analytical supply chain role that is responsible for the planning and execution of replenishment product into Armada managed facilities. Balancing optimized inventory levels and high customer service levels is achieved through a combination of integrated processes and technology. Effective, collaborative interaction with internal and external business partners is essential for overall success.

Requirements

Minimum: 1-5 years of supply chain industry experience
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics or related field
Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of appropriate degree
Ability to manipulate, assess, and interpret relevant data
Strong analytical abilities required
Strong attention to detail required
Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required to interact cross-functionally and with higher-level management.
Understanding of demand, supply, and replenishment planning terms and concepts
Understanding of general logistics terms and concepts
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
Excellent problem solving ability with demonstrated experiences of managing with facts
Excellent communication skills including listening, written, oral and group presentation
Ability to communicate with different levels of the organization
Experience and understanding of ERP systems

Nice To Haves

Experience with sales forecasts/demand planning
Experience with an advanced planning system i.e. Manugistics, Demantra, Logility, JDA
JD Edwards ERP experience
Excel, Access, SQL, Cognos, miscellaneous systems experience to assist in highly analytic activity
APICS certification

Responsibilities

Manipulate and analyze data to provide appropriate recommendations for demand driven purchasing
Establish proficiencies in the use of Armada’s inventory management tool allowing for initial, replenishment, and phased item buys
Leverage technology and processes to maintain 99.0 – 99.5% case fill rate while operating inside of budget requirements with minimal inventory write offs
Collaborate with demand planning in the development of item specific inventory targets and safety stock levels
Identify and communicate changes in sales patterns and demand due to promotions, seasonality and phasing items to demand planning
Direct management of all item phases and run out
Maintain item master data for all managed items
Assess technology requirements needed to support current or proposed business
Actively participate in design, testing, and implementation of new technology, tools, and processes
Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and clients
Collaborate as appropriate with account management and clients to attain business intelligence vital to developing the most accurate supply plan
Collaborate as appropriate with internal departments on joint efforts (i.e. transportation, warehouse ops, finance, engineering)
Participate in and support new customer and/or business offering integration activities
Initiate process improvements to optimize efficiencies and reduce costs (i.e. aging, slow moving, and short shelf life inventory)
Develop, update, and maintain supply planning related SOPs
Lead or participate on project teams as required
Design and present analysis, project plans, initiatives, etc to peers, management, and cross functional partners as required
Perform root cause analysis in developing corrective action plans
Develop and manage to relevant KPI’s to support and measure the business
Identify continuous improvement opportunities
Other duties as assigned