Supply Chain Planner

Operations Highland Park, Illinois

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Description

Summary 
The mission of our Supply Chain Planner is to manage an assigned supply base, projects, and strategic initiatives to advance sustainable planning prowess for Autocar.  The Supply Chain Planner will drive analytics, systemic actions, and behavioral decision making to ensure right parts, in right quantities are available, as needed and scheduled, in support of our customers.
Key Outcomes 
 
Achieving, improving and exceeding targeted purchasing standards and goals, managing inventory levels and targets, and managing supply and demand within the product supply chain. 
 
Essential Duties & Responsibilities and Est. % of Time Spent on Each 
  • Plan and execute procurement of finished goods from manufacturers and suppliers 
  • Maintain strong working relationships and communications directly with the manufacturers and suppliers to confirm production/shipping schedules and monitor open purchase orders for all orders to ensure on-time deliveries 
  • Develop and maintain a strong business relationship with domestic and international suppliers 
  • Proactively report product and material availability issues 
  • Maintain, monitor reports; revise essential system planning data to ensure planning system is effectively planning future requirements 
  • Maintain purchase order status and shipment tracking information in ERP system 
  • Lead monthly vendor collaboration meetings
  • Complete special projects and assignments as requested
Position Requirements 
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Supply Chain Planning experience, long lead time procurement and kit planning helpful. 
  • Strong analytical, planning and organizational skills 
  • Strong interpersonal and communications skills (oral & written) 
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Expert level in Excel 
  • An understanding of Demand Planning, Inventory Planning and Distribution Requirements Planning
  • Knowledge of planning triggers/settings (safety stock, time phased requirements)
  • Familiarity with NetSuite and BI software a plus
  • Self-starter with ability to work independently under pressure and react quickly to changing priorities 
  • Bachelor’s Degree Required; preferred supply chain, logistics or mathematics focus 
  • 2 years’ supply chain experience in a distribution environment preferred
  • APICS or similar certification prefer  
 
Key Competencies
 
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans
Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
 
Required Education, Certification, Training
To perform the job successfully, an individual should have or obtain the following education, certification or training:
  • Bachelor’s Degree Required; preferred supply chain, logistics or mathematics focus 
  • At least 2 years’ experience as supply chain planner in a distribution environment 
  • APICS or similar certification prefer  
 
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Where will you work? This role is located on site Monday through Friday regular business hours in Highland Park, IL.

What do we offer in benefits? We offer an attractive compensation and benefits package, to include base salary, incentive bonus opportunities, and benefits such as medical/dental/vision options, 401K plan, etc.

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