Supply Planner

Armada•Wexford, PA

About The Position

This is a highly analytical supply chain role responsible for planning and executing replenishment of products into Armada-managed facilities. The Supply Planner balances optimized inventory levels with high customer service through integrated processes and technology, working collaboratively with internal and external business partners. The role uses data and Armada’s inventory management tools to support demand-driven purchasing, item buys, replenishment, and item phase management. It works with demand planning, suppliers, clients, account management, and internal departments to develop supply plans, maintain inventory targets, support business integration, and improve processes. The position also participates in technology design and implementation, project work, KPI management, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement. Work is usually performed in an office environment with normal noise levels and involves prolonged sitting and computer use. Business travel is as needed, with an expectation of less than 10%.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Experience with sales forecasts or demand planning.
Experience with an advanced planning system such as Manugistics, Demantra, Logility, or JDA.
JD Edwards ERP experience.
Experience with Excel, Access, SQL, Cognos, and miscellaneous systems to support highly analytical work.
APICS certification.

Responsibilities

Manipulate and analyze data to provide recommendations for demand-driven purchasing.
Develop proficiency with Armada’s inventory management tool for initial, replenishment, and phased item buys.
Use technology and processes to maintain a 99.0–99.5% case fill rate within budget requirements and with minimal inventory write-offs.
Collaborate with demand planning to develop item-specific inventory targets and safety stock levels.
Identify and communicate changes in sales patterns and demand related to promotions, seasonality, and item phasing.
Direct management of all item phases and run-outs.
Maintain item master data for all managed items.
Assess technology requirements needed to support current or proposed business.
Participate in the design, testing, and implementation of new technology, tools, and processes.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and clients.
Collaborate with account management and clients to obtain business intelligence for accurate supply planning.
Collaborate with internal departments, including transportation, warehouse operations, finance, and engineering.
Participate in and support integration activities for new customers and business offerings.
Initiate process improvements to optimize efficiency and reduce costs, including addressing aging, slow-moving, and short-shelf-life inventory.
Develop, update, and maintain supply planning standard operating procedures.
Lead or participate in project teams as required.
Design and present analyses, project plans, and initiatives to peers, management, and cross-functional partners.
Perform root cause analysis and develop corrective action plans.
Develop and manage relevant KPIs to support and measure the business.
Identify continuous improvement opportunities.
Perform other duties as assigned.