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Job Summary:
The DC Planning Coordinator is responsible for managing and expediting purchase and production orders to ensure on-time delivery and efficient operations. This role plays a critical part in coordinating drop shipments, generating intercompany purchase orders, and supporting distribution planning to align materials availability with demand. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and excels in cross-functional communication.
Requirements:
Key Responsibilities:
Order Expediting & Vendor Coordination:
Monitor open purchase orders and proactively follow up with internal operations to ensure on-time delivery.
Communicate with internal teams to address delays, expedite shipments, and resolve delivery issues.
Track incoming shipments and update internal systems with accurate delivery dates and order statuses.
Coordinate closely with receiving, warehousing, and production teams to prioritize urgent materials.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies in shipment quantities, lead times, and documentation.
Intercompany & Drop Ship Management:
Create and manage intercompany purchase orders for drop shipments to ensure seamless order fulfillment between facilities or business units.
Collaborate with internal sales, shipping, and inventory teams to plan and coordinate drop ship logistics.
Ensure all documentation and system records are accurate and compliant with intercompany procedures.
Monitor drop ship performance and escalate issues as needed to meet customer delivery commitments.
Demand Planning Coordination:
Support distribution scheduling by ensuring the timely availability of components, finish goods and raw materials.
Review material requirements planning reports and take appropriate actions to address shortages.
Experience in Inventory Control
Assist in generating and maintaining production plans, ensuring alignment with customer demand and inventory targets.
Contribute to planning meetings and provide updates on material availability and intercompany performance.
Administrative & Reporting Duties:
Maintain accurate records of purchase orders, delivery schedules, and all communications.
Assist in the development and implementation of process improvements related to intercompany procurement, planning, and order fulfillment.
Additional tasks as required by Manager
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or related field .
2+ years of experience in supply chain, purchasing, planning, or logistics coordination.
Experience working with ERP systems (Great Plains a plus!) and WMS tools.
Familiarity with intercompany transactions and drop shipment processes is a plus.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
Occasional visits to the warehouse or production floor may be required.
May need to lift or move items up to 45 lbs
Job Summary:
The DC Planning Coordinator is responsible for managing and expediting purchase and production orders to ensure on-time delivery and efficient operations. This role plays a critical part in coordinating drop shipments, generating intercompany purchase orders, and supporting distribution planning to align materials availability with demand. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and excels in cross-functional communication.
Requirements:
Key Responsibilities:
Order Expediting & Vendor Coordination:
Monitor open purchase orders and proactively follow up with internal operations to ensure on-time delivery.
Communicate with internal teams to address delays, expedite shipments, and resolve delivery issues.
Track incoming shipments and update internal systems with accurate delivery dates and order statuses.
Coordinate closely with receiving, warehousing, and production teams to prioritize urgent materials.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies in shipment quantities, lead times, and documentation.
Intercompany & Drop Ship Management:
Create and manage intercompany purchase orders for drop shipments to ensure seamless order fulfillment between facilities or business units.
Collaborate with internal sales, shipping, and inventory teams to plan and coordinate drop ship logistics.
Ensure all documentation and system records are accurate and compliant with intercompany procedures.
Monitor drop ship performance and escalate issues as needed to meet customer delivery commitments.
Demand Planning Coordination:
Support distribution scheduling by ensuring the timely availability of components, finish goods and raw materials.
Review material requirements planning reports and take appropriate actions to address shortages.
Experience in Inventory Control
Assist in generating and maintaining production plans, ensuring alignment with customer demand and inventory targets.
Contribute to planning meetings and provide updates on material availability and intercompany performance.
Administrative & Reporting Duties:
Maintain accurate records of purchase orders, delivery schedules, and all communications.
Assist in the development and implementation of process improvements related to intercompany procurement, planning, and order fulfillment.
Additional tasks as required by Manager
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or related field .
2+ years of experience in supply chain, purchasing, planning, or logistics coordination.
Experience working with ERP systems (Great Plains a plus!) and WMS tools.
Familiarity with intercompany transactions and drop shipment processes is a plus.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
Occasional visits to the warehouse or production floor may be required.
May need to lift or move items up to 45 lbs