Atkore
Sr. Supply Planner
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Atkore
Overview Atkore is forging a future where our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders, and communities are building better together – a future focused on serving the customer and powering and protecting the world. With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions. We are looking for a Sr. Supply Planner for Plastic Pipe & Conduit Strategic Business Unit, located at our Dallas, TX facility. Reporting to the Sr. Manager - Supply Planning, this role drives excellent customer service levels and inventory optimization and works cross-functionally with Sales and Operations to meet customer needs while considering cost/service tradeoffs to drive continuous improvement.
What you’ll do
Optimize inventory stocking levels and location to service customer demand and reduce freight costs.
Lead the Supply/Demand balancing portion of the SIOP process.
Balance MRP requirements with plant capacity to best service responsible businesses.
Manage consignments to agent warehouses and Regional Distribution Centers.
Manage 3rd party sourced inventory to agent warehouses and Regional Distribution Centers.
Communicate with customer service regarding availability for each location.
Improve availability of stocking products and meeting promise dates on all made to order items (MTO).
Identify and manage excess & obsolete product.
Review and track all customer back orders by working with plants/suppliers to reduce lead times.
Track, report, and analyze performance results to Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Review and root cause missed customer orders for implementation of preventative countermeasures.
Develop presentations that illustrate key points and drive to business decisions.
Work with key stakeholders to identify alternate solutions to combat constrained supply situations.
Continuously look for lean opportunities to improve current toolset and streamline processes.
Create standard work documents for procedures and responsibilities.
Identify opportunities to meet customer demand during constrained supply.
All other duties as assigned.
What you bring
Bachelor’s degree required in business, supply chain, or other relevant fields.
Minimum 4-7 years of demand or inventory planning experience.
Proven experience in creating Excel/Database files; SQL query building experience preferred.
Proven ability to identify areas for improvement for lean advancement and champion change.
Ability to communicate effectively with all organizational levels (written and verbal).
APICS certification or Six Sigma/Lean Principles knowledge a plus.
Demonstrated skills in implementing and using formal continuous process improvement techniques.
Ability to react appropriately to changing priorities and impending deadlines.
Experience using an ERP system such as SAP, Oracle, or JD Edwards.
Experience using an MRP system such as JDE, JDA Fulfillment, or SAP APO.
Willingness to communicate with production and logistics partners and occasional PPE-required areas; may require sitting and standing.
Employee may occasionally lift and/or move boxes or equipment.
10-15% travel may be required.
Embrace and foster an environment that supports our core values of Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Teamwork and Accountability.
What you will accomplish
Identify and analyze key data to focus on the health of the supply chain; communicate opportunities across the organization with key stakeholders.
Work with secondary process vendors to ensure product availability for Finished Goods.
Within 3 months, you’ll
Complete your Atkore immersion program.
Understand how your job will help deliver Atkore’s strategy.
Gain an understanding of your team and the training materials and procedures your team owns.
Within 6 months, you’ll
Provide and align on requirements for finished goods with plant leadership.
Identify and analyze KPIs and share insights to improve supply chain health.
Begin understanding SIOP and supply chain processes through direct interaction with internal stakeholders.
Share analytics expertise with colleagues and create standard work documents for procedures and processes.
Within 12 months, you’ll
Lead internal supply and demand balancing meetings to drive the customer experience.
Create and update reports, training materials, and documentation.
Enable faster product turnaround by managing large projects and building strong vendor relationships.
Atkore is a five-time Great Place to Work© certified company and a four-time Top Workplaces USA award winner. We’re committed to creating an engaged and aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture, aligned with our mission, priorities, and core values.
Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!
As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay for this position is $76,160 - $104,720. Placement in the range depends on several factors including competencies, education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, and may change over time. Other compensation may include overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, stock, and other incentives.
Benefits
Medical, vision, and dental insurance
Life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
401k
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Leave required under federal, state, or local law
Benefits are subject to vesting and eligibility requirements. Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis.
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Atkore
Overview Atkore is forging a future where our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders, and communities are building better together – a future focused on serving the customer and powering and protecting the world. With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions. We are looking for a Sr. Supply Planner for Plastic Pipe & Conduit Strategic Business Unit, located at our Dallas, TX facility. Reporting to the Sr. Manager - Supply Planning, this role drives excellent customer service levels and inventory optimization and works cross-functionally with Sales and Operations to meet customer needs while considering cost/service tradeoffs to drive continuous improvement.
What you’ll do
Optimize inventory stocking levels and location to service customer demand and reduce freight costs.
Lead the Supply/Demand balancing portion of the SIOP process.
Balance MRP requirements with plant capacity to best service responsible businesses.
Manage consignments to agent warehouses and Regional Distribution Centers.
Manage 3rd party sourced inventory to agent warehouses and Regional Distribution Centers.
Communicate with customer service regarding availability for each location.
Improve availability of stocking products and meeting promise dates on all made to order items (MTO).
Identify and manage excess & obsolete product.
Review and track all customer back orders by working with plants/suppliers to reduce lead times.
Track, report, and analyze performance results to Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Review and root cause missed customer orders for implementation of preventative countermeasures.
Develop presentations that illustrate key points and drive to business decisions.
Work with key stakeholders to identify alternate solutions to combat constrained supply situations.
Continuously look for lean opportunities to improve current toolset and streamline processes.
Create standard work documents for procedures and responsibilities.
Identify opportunities to meet customer demand during constrained supply.
All other duties as assigned.
What you bring
Bachelor’s degree required in business, supply chain, or other relevant fields.
Minimum 4-7 years of demand or inventory planning experience.
Proven experience in creating Excel/Database files; SQL query building experience preferred.
Proven ability to identify areas for improvement for lean advancement and champion change.
Ability to communicate effectively with all organizational levels (written and verbal).
APICS certification or Six Sigma/Lean Principles knowledge a plus.
Demonstrated skills in implementing and using formal continuous process improvement techniques.
Ability to react appropriately to changing priorities and impending deadlines.
Experience using an ERP system such as SAP, Oracle, or JD Edwards.
Experience using an MRP system such as JDE, JDA Fulfillment, or SAP APO.
Willingness to communicate with production and logistics partners and occasional PPE-required areas; may require sitting and standing.
Employee may occasionally lift and/or move boxes or equipment.
10-15% travel may be required.
Embrace and foster an environment that supports our core values of Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Teamwork and Accountability.
What you will accomplish
Identify and analyze key data to focus on the health of the supply chain; communicate opportunities across the organization with key stakeholders.
Work with secondary process vendors to ensure product availability for Finished Goods.
Within 3 months, you’ll
Complete your Atkore immersion program.
Understand how your job will help deliver Atkore’s strategy.
Gain an understanding of your team and the training materials and procedures your team owns.
Within 6 months, you’ll
Provide and align on requirements for finished goods with plant leadership.
Identify and analyze KPIs and share insights to improve supply chain health.
Begin understanding SIOP and supply chain processes through direct interaction with internal stakeholders.
Share analytics expertise with colleagues and create standard work documents for procedures and processes.
Within 12 months, you’ll
Lead internal supply and demand balancing meetings to drive the customer experience.
Create and update reports, training materials, and documentation.
Enable faster product turnaround by managing large projects and building strong vendor relationships.
Atkore is a five-time Great Place to Work© certified company and a four-time Top Workplaces USA award winner. We’re committed to creating an engaged and aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture, aligned with our mission, priorities, and core values.
Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!
As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay for this position is $76,160 - $104,720. Placement in the range depends on several factors including competencies, education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, and may change over time. Other compensation may include overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, stock, and other incentives.
Benefits
Medical, vision, and dental insurance
Life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
401k
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Leave required under federal, state, or local law
Benefits are subject to vesting and eligibility requirements. Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis.
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