Supply Planner

Veritiv • Norcross, GA

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Supply Planner manages inventory planning and execution strategies for a specific set of items and suppliers, supporting business targets for fill rate and Days Inventory on Hand (DIOH). The role manages replenishment strategies and planning parameters in Oracle System EVO to optimize inventory performance. It collaborates with internal teams, external stakeholders, and suppliers to resolve business problems and support effective inventory and supplier performance.

The role is based out of Veritiv’s Norcross office in a hybrid work arrangement. Veritiv is a full-service provider of packaging solutions and also provides JanSan, hygiene, print, and publishing products and services.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of related job experience.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently.
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and diplomacy skills.
• Strategic mindset and ability to balance multiple objectives and resolve complex business problems.
• Ability to adopt new technology and adapt to business changes in a fast-paced environment.
• Sense of urgency in responding to inquiries and serving internal and external customers.
• Strong understanding of inventory replenishment best practices.
• Strong technical and analytical skills, including statistical and mathematical modeling, issue research, and resolution.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Oracle Fusion Cloud Replenishment Planning.
• Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Review daily inventory replenishment exceptions and recommended purchase requisitions in Oracle System EVO and the Buyer Workbench.
• Manage replenishment policies and parameters in Oracle System EVO, including lead times, minimum order quantities, and product segmentation.
• Monitor forecasts and projected inventory levels to minimize shortages and surplus.
• Use Oracle System EVO reporting and analytics to make proactive replenishment decisions.
• Coordinate inventory placement for marketing initiatives with Demand Planners, RSL, the IM team, and Category Management.
• Resolve complex issues escalated by Inventory Coordinators, including purchase order follow-up and expediting, and purchase order or invoice discrepancies.
• Monitor supplier performance and participate in supplier reviews to resolve issues and improve performance.
• Participate in projects such as shuttle reduction, ABC Classification, NetOps Consolidation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work with the Sourcing team to reduce supplier minimums and improve service through forecast collaboration.
• Collaborate on Customer Dedicated Inventory management and advise Sales Representatives on stocking strategies.
• Communicate updates clearly and concisely, keep the organization informed about requests and concerns, and proactively address questions or issues.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and a health savings account.
• Life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• 401(k).
• Paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee assistance program.
• Other fringe benefits.
• Extensive training opportunities, professional development programs, career pathing, and mentorship opportunities.
• Engaging and inclusive culture with employee-led Employee Resource Groups, Veritiv Cultural Alliance, and a recognition platform.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed