Supply Planner
This position is responsible for activities associated with inventory planning and selection of replenishment methods to meet requirements of the KGP Logistics business plan. This position must meet the service level objectives of strategic customers while maintaining profitable company inventory levels and inventory turns.
Responsibilities Summary :
- The Planner is responsible for the optimization of KGP physical inventory assets utilizing automated planning software (Logility) in conjunction with the ERP system (Navision and / or D365). The challenge of this position is to increase inventory turn ratio while also meeting customer service levels.
- The Planner is responsible for analyzing and updating supplier lead times as well as working with suppliers to educate them on KGP's requirements for on time delivery. Utilizing several software and Access databases, the Planner will track and report agreed upon metrics to Management as well as the Supplier.
- The Planner is responsible for working in such databases as, Logility PRD Database, Microsoft Office, SSRS and CRM.
- The Planner is responsible for daily inventory reporting including explanations of increases and decreases.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Safety Duties & Responsibilities :
Adhere to, promote, and accept responsibility for compliance to Federal and Local Occupational Safety and Health Regulations, Industry Consensus Standards, and KGP Injury and Illness Prevention Program Manual.Participate in job site safety / hazard analysis.Qualifications :
Requires High School degree or equivalent. Minimum of seven years' work experience in Logistics, Marketing, or Sales. Must have the ability to communicate & negotiate effectively with suppliers. Must be detail-oriented and able to perform detailed data analysis. Must show high initiative and follow-through and be able to identify efficiency opportunities. Must possess sound decision-making, multi-tasking, problem-solving, and computer skills.Refer to ID 84938016 when applying.