Description
About Us:
By combining a rich legacy in the power and gas compression space with pioneering technology INNIO brings our customers affordable reliable and sustainable energy solutions for todayand tomorrow. We are helping to meet todays energy needs with 64 GW of installed capacity and 48000 of our powerful Jenbacher and Waukesha engines which can be found in more than 100 countries. And by harnessing our history of energy industry firsts along with the power of digital innovation we will continue to deliver for the future.
Our fuelflexible Waukesha gas engines are designed for reliable performance in isolated missioncritical and demanding applications delivering dependable energy even under highstress conditions. Its time to take engines to a place no one else can. Welcome to a World of Innovation and Inspiration. Welcome to INNIO!
Position Overview:
TheDemand Planneris a key role within the organization responsible for managing and optimizing the balance between supply and demand for Waukesha engines. Reporting to the SIOP Manager the Demand Planner is tasked with establishing a forecast and inventory strategy and flawlessly executing the material plan. This role provides crucial inputs into the Waukesha Engines SIOP process including the monthly forecast inventory optimization analytics and product family reporting. The Demand Planner is also responsible for engine slot planning ensuring that supply is in line with demand to meet customer expectations. This role requires a strong analytical and customerfocused mindset a passion for process improvement and the ability to lead in a fastpaced environment. The Demand Planner will also monitor market trends create accurate forecast models and present demand forecasts to senior management. Proficiency in statistical analysis software and a deep understanding of supply chain processes are essential for this role.
Responsibilities:
- Establish and execute a forecast and inventory strategy for Waukesha engines.
Experience in a configuration to order industrial environment.
Provide key inputs into the Waukesha Engines SIOP process including the monthly forecast inventory optimization analytics and product family reporting.
Manage engine slot planning to ensure that supply is in line with demand and meet customer expectations.
Analyze and interpret complex data to predict future demand patterns.
Collaborate with sales marketing and operations teams to minimize stock shortages and overstock situations.
Work with Marketing to create accurate forecast models based on market trends and present demand forecasts to senior management.
Work with supply planning to ensure material availability/derisk schedule.
Escalate issues as necessary and set priorities to ensure flawless of the material plan.
Demonstrate a strong analytical and customerfocused mindset and a passion for process improvement.
Lead and manage projects in a fastpaced environment.
Maintain proficiency in statistical analysis software and a deep understanding of supply chain processes.
Establish and participate in formal SIOP process and schedule.
Use LEAN concepts to identify & implement process simplification opportunities to improve customer experience and/or reduce planning cycle time forecast errors and other nonvalue add work.
Represent Service Planning in strategic projects or ITrelated changes as needed. Be expert on ERP (Oracle) and related forecasting tools (SO99.
Act as back up to Planners and/or Demand Manager as needed.
Further tasks not involved in this Job Description that the immediate leader/manager assigns.
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelors degree from an accredited university or college (preferred degree in Business Economics Logistics/Supply Chain or Engineering) OR high school diploma/GED with at least 5 years experience in supply chain/materials planning.
At least 3 years experience in direct Materials Planning OR 6 years in related Supply Chain function (i.e Sourcing Logistics Master Scheduling).
Proficiency in statistical analysis software and other relevant IT systems.
Deep understanding of supply chain processes and inventory management.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
Desired Characteristics:
Knowledge of Waukesha engines and the associated market trends would be advantageous.
Demonstrated ability to create and/or execute a robust inventory optimization strategy.
Highly proficient in ERP systems (especially Supply Chain/Materials Planning modules) and Microsoft Excel.
Direct experience with SIOP process and forecasting tools/methodology.
Strong analytical skills. Ability to translate complex data into meaningful succinct data or actionable tasks.
Excellent interpersonal presentation and influencing skills with a strong customer focus.
Demonstrated proactive & inclusive approach to problem solving leadership.
High tolerance for ambiguity ability to work with multiple & competing priorities.
Selfdirected resourceful accountable to deliver results.
Ability to identify & drive process improvements to improve productivity customer experience.
APICS or other similar materials planning/supply chain certification.
Green Belt certification.
Skilled in at least one business intelligence/data analytics tool (Tableau Excel Power Query and Power Pivot).
Experience leading/coaching a team through change while still meeting customer & business expectations.
INNIO offers a great work environment professional development challenging careers and competitive compensation. INNIO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion national or ethnic origin gender (including pregnancy) sexual orientation gender identity or expression age disability veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.