Busch Vacuum Solutions
Pfeiffer Vacuum has been shaping the vacuum industry with groundbreaking innovations since 1890. With over 4,000 employees at 10 production sites and more than twenty sales and service companies worldwide, we offer solutions for all types of vacuum applications.
We are seeking a Demand & Inventory Planner to facilitate material planning and inventory management for strategic analysis and execution of current and future fulfillment plans. This person will determine optimized inventory levels across the company to fulfill customer requirements and meet on-time delivery targets.
Summary
The Demand & Inventory Planner will work proactively with functional teams to identify variances for current and future demands. They will set and maintain inventory targets for optimum service levels for finished goods, customer consignment, and service centers. Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Works proactively with functional teams to identify variances for current and future demands. Set and maintain inventory targets for optimum service levels for finished goods, customer consignment, and service centers. Communicates conflicts and potential shortages and works with various departments to minimize impact to customers and process efficiencies. Monthly review of safety stock or reorder point levels and provide proposal and execute upon approval. Create strategy for storage and distribution of parts for re-manufacturing, distribution, and sale. Update and maintain safety stocks/re-order points in SAP system. Monthly Reporting for Inventory for all sites using ERP or designated Tool, such as Power BI. Maintain inventory targets by reviewing and actioning on excess stock, slow moving, and obsolete items through collaboration with Sales, Marketing, and Operations teams. Understanding purchasing process and generate reports to make informed and appropriate inventory decisions. Gathering master data and identifying potential misalignments that generate shortages. Identify opportunities for product rebalancing between sites. Define requirements and setup process to measure inventory turns. Train cross-functional departments on inventory plans and material flow. Analyze data and problem-solve using tools such as Excel macro or Power BI. Other duties as required. Qualifications
Highly self-motivated and detail-oriented person. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Experience in inventory management software and tools. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Knowledge of supply chain principles and best practice. Experience in demand forecasting and inventory planning. Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, or related fields. 5 or more years of experience in supply chain, planning, product management, demand planning, inventory planning, or related fields. SAP knowledge preferred. Pfeiffer Vacuum is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
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The Demand & Inventory Planner will work proactively with functional teams to identify variances for current and future demands. They will set and maintain inventory targets for optimum service levels for finished goods, customer consignment, and service centers. Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Works proactively with functional teams to identify variances for current and future demands. Set and maintain inventory targets for optimum service levels for finished goods, customer consignment, and service centers. Communicates conflicts and potential shortages and works with various departments to minimize impact to customers and process efficiencies. Monthly review of safety stock or reorder point levels and provide proposal and execute upon approval. Create strategy for storage and distribution of parts for re-manufacturing, distribution, and sale. Update and maintain safety stocks/re-order points in SAP system. Monthly Reporting for Inventory for all sites using ERP or designated Tool, such as Power BI. Maintain inventory targets by reviewing and actioning on excess stock, slow moving, and obsolete items through collaboration with Sales, Marketing, and Operations teams. Understanding purchasing process and generate reports to make informed and appropriate inventory decisions. Gathering master data and identifying potential misalignments that generate shortages. Identify opportunities for product rebalancing between sites. Define requirements and setup process to measure inventory turns. Train cross-functional departments on inventory plans and material flow. Analyze data and problem-solve using tools such as Excel macro or Power BI. Other duties as required. Qualifications
Highly self-motivated and detail-oriented person. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Experience in inventory management software and tools. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Knowledge of supply chain principles and best practice. Experience in demand forecasting and inventory planning. Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, or related fields. 5 or more years of experience in supply chain, planning, product management, demand planning, inventory planning, or related fields. SAP knowledge preferred. Pfeiffer Vacuum is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
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