Planning Manager

About the Company

The Manager, Demand / Supply Planning is responsible for the full business and / or technical development lifecycle from requirements gathering through implementation and support of the ERP functions. This position will demonstrate expertise in design, delivery, business, technical leadership and validation of Demand / Supply Plan and functional capability of the Demand / Supply planning Systems and processes.

About the Role

The position will work extensively within the Operations Organization and Supply Chain teams to develop a viable, executable demand & supply plan. This will include a demonstrated understanding of the Demand and Supply Planning Process and output validation to ensure optimized component and raw material requirements.

Responsibilities

• Owns and drives execution of the business and technical aspects of the Demand / Supply planning process and component availability. Works in matrixed environment and collaborates with purchasing and warehouse teams.
• Develop, implement, and manage methodologies to support finished goods / non-finished goods planning requirements including a robust safety stock tool and an effective EOQ plan for cost effective raw material planning and procurement
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and IT to develop and implement planning methodologies driving and maximizing demand / supply planning and availability
• Provide leadership and supervision to the direct and indirect team that is developing and supporting Production Planning and Scheduling

Qualifications

Required Skills

Preferred Skills

This job is performed under direct supervision and within the guidelines of authorized company policies, programs, procedures, budgets, laws, and business ethics.

This job description is to be used as a guide for accomplishing company and departmental objectives; and only covers the primary functions and responsibilities of the position. It is in no way to be construed as an all-encompassing list of duties.