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Demand PlannerAvnet • Hoffman Estates, IL, US
Demand Planner

Demand Planner

Avnet • Hoffman Estates, IL, US
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Title

Plans, schedules and coordinates the efficient movement of material by planning, setting up and releasing work orders to provide continuous product flow and on-time delivery of customer orders.

Principal Responsibilities

  • Managing stock holding and replenishment parameters within the Logility planning software to meet availability and inventory budget KPI's.
  • Taking the lead in collaboration between buyers and operational teams to review product availability, service levels, supplier delivery performance and forecast accuracy.
  • Generating strategic investment proposals based on a wide range of internal and external indicators such as competitor stock, supplier high runner data and web views.
  • Proactively seeking ways to deliver improvements to forecast accuracy and inventory planning within the DRP software.
  • Communicating Demand Planning related insight to the wider business through reporting, analysis, and meetings.
  • Work with Product Divisions to support promotions, hit rebate thresholds or generate return offset orders.

Key Requirements

  • Experience in Demand Planning including DRP / MRP systems and supply chain planning.
  • Proficient in using Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
  • Good inter-personal skills, displaying persuasiveness or assertiveness as well as sensitivity to the views of others.
  • Ability to think and problem-solve within broad functional guidelines, where clearly defined policies / guidance are not always readily available.
  • Effective time management / prioritization skills.
  • SQL knowledge (desirable)

    • Work Experience

  • Typically 5+ years with bachelor's or equivalent.

    • Education and Certification(s)

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience from which comparable knowledge and job skills can be obtained.

    • Distinguishing Characteristics

  • May be required to maintain certification in a quality management method, e.g., Lean, Six Sigma.
  • Position may require the ability to travel.

    • What We Offer

    Our employees work hard to live our values and help us grow. Our total rewards strategy supports Avnet's ability to attract, engage, develop, and reward our employees, while promoting a diverse and inclusive environment. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs from time away and flexible working arrangements to programs supporting employee well-being and opportunities to give back to your community.

  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • 401K and Pension Plan
  • Paid Holidays
  • Family Support (Paid Leave, Surrogacy, Adoption)
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
  • Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
  • Health Savings Account / Flexible Spending Account
  • Education Assistance
  • Employee Development Resources
  • Employee Wellness, Leadership Development and Mentorship Programs

    • Benefits listed above may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Avnet.

    Avnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination also applies to religious dress and grooming practices. Avnet will accommodate employee religious dress standards and grooming practices that do not result in undue hardship for the Company. If you are interested in applying for employment with Avnet and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position contact our Human Resources Service Center at (888) 994-7669.

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