MacLean Power Systems
Demand Planner - Senior - 9371
MacLean Power Systems, Stockton, California, United States, 95202
Demand Planner - Senior - 9371
MacLean Power Systems (MPS) is a leading manufacturer of mission‑critical and engineered components for the electric utility, telecommunications, and civil markets. Established in 1986 as a subsidiary of a larger parent company, MPS has grown substantially and now operates as a standalone company. With over 1,600 team members worldwide, MPS is committed to quality, responsiveness, and safety. The company operates nine production facilities across North America and continually invests in its manufacturing capabilities.
Job Summary The Manufacturing Demand Planner facilitates seamless business practices between MacLean Power Systems and internal and external customers through thought leadership, process and technology recommendations, report development, implementation, and ongoing enhancements to processes, procedures, and system changes.
Job Duties
Responsible for executing the 80/20 strategy as it pertains to inventory management across the business unit
Lead the dialogue across co‑dependent functions such as Sales, Purchasing, Production Management, Production, IT and Transportation in support of the 80/20 business strategy
Protect the financial performance of the business by identifying and communicating potential supply chain impact
Participate in the financial budgeting process
Advise sales, product management, and executive leadership on stocking level plan accuracy, service level and inventory level performance
Conduct detailed analysis of actual demand at the SKU level to identify shifts in customer behavior and areas of opportunity
Lead Demand Planning team to analyze demand behavior, gather Business Intelligence, and review recommended product stocking levels with functions as appropriate
Manage key control information related to demand planning such as stocking levels, product lead times, and 80/20 status
Execute inventory strategies for existing items, new products, and product phase‑outs, working with Product managers and plant personnel as needed
Assemble and analyze all data pertaining to create the stock status and inventory level reports (historical sales, market trends, seasonality, and order status)
Develop and distribute reports to be used in inventory and forecast planning meetings with Sales and Product Managers
Continuously refine the stocking levels using analysis tools and business intelligence to reflect most current business assumptions based on changes in demand, market activities and market trends
Manage demand exceptions and inordinate demand within rules of 80/20
Represent Demand and Inventory Planning in changes and system implementation of JDE
Complete all necessary documents fully and accurately
Adhere to 5S standards (e.g., maintain cleanliness of work area)
Follow all Safety, Environmental and Quality policies and procedures
Perform other duties as assigned
Experience and Education
Comprehensive knowledge of the field's concepts and principles
Perform complex tasks typically following established processes
Lead and direct the work of other employees and have full authority for personnel decisions
Primarily focused on administering established policies and procedures; may have some impact on departmental budgeting, strategic planning and procedural change
Typically require a bachelor's degree and at least 5‑10 years of experience; master’s preferred
APICS (CPIM, CSCP) or equivalent certification in demand planning, supply chain management preferred
Experience with ERP systems (JD Edwards preferred)
Database query expertise
Manufacturing experience
Competencies / Skills
Advanced verbal and written communication skills
Leadership skills and leadership of project teams
Adaptability
Strong sense of responsibility, ownership and accountability
Ability to work as part of a team
Ability to build collaborative relationships
Judgement
Creativity
Organizational skills
Mastery level knowledge of Microsoft Excel with solid working knowledge of the entire MS Office suite of products
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
Salary Range: $88k - $98k
EOE - Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
All job offers are conditional, upon successful completion of pre‑employment screening, including criminal checks, drug testing, employment, and education verification.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industry Utilities
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Job Summary The Manufacturing Demand Planner facilitates seamless business practices between MacLean Power Systems and internal and external customers through thought leadership, process and technology recommendations, report development, implementation, and ongoing enhancements to processes, procedures, and system changes.
Job Duties
Responsible for executing the 80/20 strategy as it pertains to inventory management across the business unit
Lead the dialogue across co‑dependent functions such as Sales, Purchasing, Production Management, Production, IT and Transportation in support of the 80/20 business strategy
Protect the financial performance of the business by identifying and communicating potential supply chain impact
Participate in the financial budgeting process
Advise sales, product management, and executive leadership on stocking level plan accuracy, service level and inventory level performance
Conduct detailed analysis of actual demand at the SKU level to identify shifts in customer behavior and areas of opportunity
Lead Demand Planning team to analyze demand behavior, gather Business Intelligence, and review recommended product stocking levels with functions as appropriate
Manage key control information related to demand planning such as stocking levels, product lead times, and 80/20 status
Execute inventory strategies for existing items, new products, and product phase‑outs, working with Product managers and plant personnel as needed
Assemble and analyze all data pertaining to create the stock status and inventory level reports (historical sales, market trends, seasonality, and order status)
Develop and distribute reports to be used in inventory and forecast planning meetings with Sales and Product Managers
Continuously refine the stocking levels using analysis tools and business intelligence to reflect most current business assumptions based on changes in demand, market activities and market trends
Manage demand exceptions and inordinate demand within rules of 80/20
Represent Demand and Inventory Planning in changes and system implementation of JDE
Complete all necessary documents fully and accurately
Adhere to 5S standards (e.g., maintain cleanliness of work area)
Follow all Safety, Environmental and Quality policies and procedures
Perform other duties as assigned
Experience and Education
Comprehensive knowledge of the field's concepts and principles
Perform complex tasks typically following established processes
Lead and direct the work of other employees and have full authority for personnel decisions
Primarily focused on administering established policies and procedures; may have some impact on departmental budgeting, strategic planning and procedural change
Typically require a bachelor's degree and at least 5‑10 years of experience; master’s preferred
APICS (CPIM, CSCP) or equivalent certification in demand planning, supply chain management preferred
Experience with ERP systems (JD Edwards preferred)
Database query expertise
Manufacturing experience
Competencies / Skills
Advanced verbal and written communication skills
Leadership skills and leadership of project teams
Adaptability
Strong sense of responsibility, ownership and accountability
Ability to work as part of a team
Ability to build collaborative relationships
Judgement
Creativity
Organizational skills
Mastery level knowledge of Microsoft Excel with solid working knowledge of the entire MS Office suite of products
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
Salary Range: $88k - $98k
EOE - Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
All job offers are conditional, upon successful completion of pre‑employment screening, including criminal checks, drug testing, employment, and education verification.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industry Utilities
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