Demand and Inventory Planner

Busch Vacuum Solutions; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Pfeiffer Vacuum in Nashua, NH is seeking a Demand & Inventory Planner to optimize material planning and inventory levels across sites. You will drive SIOP processes, forecast loading, and data-driven decisions to meet customer delivery targets.

The role requires 5+ years in supply chain planning, strong analytical skills, and SAP/Power BI experience. Office-based with potential hybrid work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering or related fields.
• 5+ years of experience in supply chain, planning, inventory planning or related fields.
• SAP knowledge preferred.
• APICS certification preferred (CPIM/CSCP).

Responsibilities

• Identify variances for current and future demands through SIOP.
• Communicate demand gaps to minimize inventory impact.
• Generate reports and load forecasts into SAP and monitor settings.
• Maintain monthly SIOP calendar and lead reviews with stakeholders.
• Lead process improvements such as forecasting tool implementation.
• Review monthly inventory safety stock and reorder points.
• Identify opportunities for inventory rebalancing between sites.
• Train cross‑functional teams on SIOP.
• Analyze data with Excel macros or Power BI.

Skills

Inventory management

Forecasting

Power BI

Communication

Analytical skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related fields

APICS certification preferred

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Job description

Since 1890, Pfeiffer Vacuum has been shaping the vacuum industry with groundbreaking innovations. Every day, over 4,000 employees at 10 production sites and more than twenty sales and service companies worldwide give everything for our customers. With our comprehensive portfolio, we offer solutions for all types of vacuum applications. We are not only driven by highest quality standards, but it is also our vision to be the most sustainable and fastest growing market player in our industry to drive technology for a sustainable future.

Summary

The Demand & Inventory Planner facilitates material planning and inventory management for strategic analysis and execution of current and future fulfillment plans through SIOP process. This role will also determine optimized inventory levels across the company to fulfill customer requirements and meet delivery targets on time.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Duties

• Works proactively with functional teams such as sales, marketing, service, product management, purchasing and warehouses to identify variances for current and future demands through SIOP process.
• Communicate demand gaps to minimize impact to inventory and identify actions for recovery or quantify exposure.
• Understand SAP settings, purchasing process and generate reports to make informed and appropriate decisions on demand planning & inventory settings for forecast loading into SAP.
• Ensures monthly SIOP calendar is maintained and scheduled/re-schedule accordingly. Lead/manage demand reviews to key stakeholders.
• Work on SIOP process improvement initiatives such as forecasting tool implementation, improving forecast accuracy, service SIOP implementation and systems BOM level forecasting.
• Monthly review of safety stock or reorder point levels. Use historical performance and future requirements to evaluate and identify items where stocking levels require adjustments. Set & maintain inventory targets in SAP for optimum service levels for finished goods and service centers.
• Monthly Reporting for inventory for all sites to identify opportunities for sales and service to improve consumption.
• Identify opportunities for inventory rebalancing between sites.
• Train cross functional departments on SIOP.
• Analyze data and problem-solve using tools such as excel macro or Power BI.
• Other duties as required.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work requires computer skills (word processing, spreadsheet, Power BI and data-entry and data extract via ERP system), attention to detail and accuracy. Communication skills including listening and speaking are required for interaction with other employees, vendors, and customers. Strong interpersonal skills, the ability to balance multiple tasks and any stress associated with the duties and responsibilities of this position are essential requirements in the performance of this job

Position Requirements

Company Values

Pfeiffer Vacuum V&E believes that we are all suppliers and customers of someone in our organization. Our employees must be able to demonstrate this customer-centric belief - which means that you are value-adding, reliable, performance-driven, innovative, service-minded, and agile – in all of their business activities. We expect that our company values of open mindedness, trust, communication, thinking strategically/being creative, being courageous, accountable, and humble, ethical sensitivity/compliance, resilience/facing diversity and fostering a culture of empowerment, engagement and collaboration will drive the actions of our employees.

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.
• Project Management skills/experience

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.

Certifications & Licenses

• Valid driver's license must be maintained throughout employment at an acceptable level meeting Busch's insurance standards
• American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS) certification: Preferred
• Certified in Production and Inventory Management or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CPIM or CSCP): Preferred (or enrolled to obtain)

Language Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Reasoning Ability

Works on assignments that are semi-routine in nature where ability to recognize deviation from accepted practices is required. Normally receives general instruction for routine work, detailed instruction on new assignments.

TOOLS AND/OR EQUIPMENT

This position uses a computer extensively with demonstrated abilities in the use of Microsoft products as well as other common office type equipment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position may work in various environments including office, factory or home settings. Employees who are authorized to work from home are expected to comply with all company requirements for core work hours or in-person attendance at company meetings or events.

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.

If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact Nikki Alden at 757-452-5649.

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.

Targeted Compensation: The targeted compensation range for this position is $90,000.00 - $100,000.00, depending on qualifications, skills, and relevant experience.

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