Supply Chain Planner (ManufacturingDistribution Exp Req)

Supply Chain Planner (Manufacturing/Distribution Exp Req)
Location: Lawrence MA
Salary: $75000 - $85000 DOE Annual Profit Sharing Bonus Benefits
Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision 401k w/ Match Education Reimbursement Program and More
Job Type: Full-Time
Typical Hours: Mon-Fri 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Start Date: ASAP
Sponsorship: Not Available

Supply Chain Planner (Manufacturing/Distribution Exp Req) Description

Our client in the manufacturing industry is looking for a Supply Chain Planner to add to their team. Reporting to the Materials Manager you will support purchasing inventory material planning supplier performance and inbound freight activities while using detailed data analysis to improve supply chain issues drive improvements in efficiency and support meaningful decision-making. You will work closely with internal customers and departments to keep materials flowing and customer commitments on track. The ideal candidate is an analytical detail-oriented self-motivated professional who is comfortable working with data and has supply chain experience in a manufacturing or distribution-based environment. This is a great opportunity to work with a stable long-term company that values its people their growth and providing opportunities you may not find in a larger organization.

Supply Chain Planner (Manufacturing/Distribution Exp Req) Responsibilities

Analyze supply chain data to support purchasing inventory production and business decisions
Generate recurring reports and flag shortages past-due orders and key trends
Analyze demand inventory levels safety stock and POs to ensure material availability
Assist with opportunities to improve inventory levels and turns
Provide buyers with PO supplier performance lead time and inbound freight analysis
Support supplier issues cost analysis and lead-time analysis
Maintain accurate item master and purchasing data in ERP
Collaborate with internal department to resolve data issues and support material availability
Identify opportunities to improve supply chain processes reporting inventory data accuracy
Participate in continuous improvement Lean and interdepartmental projects
Investigate trends and exceptions identify root causes and develop practical recommendations
Support supply chain needs product changes and new business initiatives
Support business decisions by providing accurate and timely reporting

Supply Chain Planner (Manufacturing/Distribution Exp Req) Qualifications

3 years supply chain purchasing materials inventory planning experience required
Experience in manufacturing/distribution environment required
Advanced proficiency in Excel including pivot tables and XLOOKUP required
Experience with ERP/MRP systems and Power BI or other reporting tool required