Supply Planning Analyst

IMCD•Westlake, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Supply Planning Analyst supports supply planning by translating demand forecasts into feasible supply and inventory plans. The role focuses on learning planning processes, evaluating constraints, and supporting demand–supply reconciliation under the guidance of senior Supply Planning Analysts and planning leadership. The analyst partners with Demand Planning, Procurement, and Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) to build foundational skills in inventory strategy, scenario analysis, and supply risk identification while working within established planning frameworks, tools, and standard procedures. This position must be based in IMCD’s Westlake, Ohio office. The position is primarily desk-based in an office or hybrid environment, involves regular use of standard office equipment, and requires minimal travel (less than 5%). Extended hours may be needed during planning cycles.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations, Analytics, or a related field; alternatively, at least 2 years of equivalent professional experience in supply chain operations, planning support, procurement, or related roles may substitute for a bachelor’s degree.
Foundational understanding of supply chain and planning concepts.
Ability to analyze data, identify basic trends, and follow established planning processes.
Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ability to learn ERP and planning systems.
Ability to manage routine tasks, meet deadlines, and work in a team-based environment.

Nice To Haves

Internship or co-op experience in supply chain, planning, procurement, or operations.
Exposure to ERP or planning systems such as SAP, JD Edwards EnterpriseOne (JDE), Oracle, Advanced Planner & Optimizer (APO), or Kinaxis.
Experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or operations environment.

Responsibilities

Support development and maintenance of supply and inventory plans based on demand forecasts, lead times, and planning parameters.
Monitor supply signals, inventory levels, and basic capacity constraints, and flag risks or exceptions to senior Supply Planning Analysts or supervisors.
Assist with demand–supply reconciliation and prepare inputs for S&OP discussions.
Execute planning transactions and maintain accurate planning data in ERP and planning systems.
Support cross-functional communication with Procurement, Demand Planning, and Operations about supply status and routine execution issues.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to planning accuracy, inventory performance, and planning process effectiveness.