Demand Planner II

Avnet

Chandler (AZ)

Hybrid

USD 65,000 - 95,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

401K and Pension Plan

Paid Holidays

Family Support (Paid Leave, Surrogacy,

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life

Long-term Disability

Education Assistance

Employee Wellness

Job summary

Avnet in Chandler, AZ is seeking a Supply Chain/Planning professional to drive forecasts, manage inventory, and align supply with sales and supplier management teams. The role emphasizes forecasting accuracy, program changes, and cross-functional collaboration in a hybrid work environment.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years in supply chain planning, Bachelor’s degree, advanced Excel skills, and Kinaxis experience.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
3+ years of supply chain or planning experience.
Advanced Excel skills required, Kinaxis knowledge preferred.
Experience with forecasting, inventory management and MRP processes.

Responsibilities

Analyze customer forecasts and trends using MRP concepts to plan and buy to forecast.
Develop forecast models and coordinate with customers, sales and suppliers.
Apply inventory management discipline and monitor aging inventory.
Support program setup: EOL, part changes, model changes and transitions.
Collaborate with suppliers on policy decisions and drive supply chain improvements.

Skills

Forecasting

Stakeholder collaboration

Analytical thinking

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Kinaxis

ERP systems

MRP systems

MS Excel

Job description

Hybrid

Chandler, Arizona, United States Of America

Full time

JR-024705

Who We Are:

At Avnet, relationships matter. We are a global, FORTUNE ® 500 technology distributor and solutions company that delivers design, supply chain and logistics expertise to customers at every stage of a product’s lifecycle. Our employees have a front row seat to the latest innovations shaping the world we live in and the future we share. We’re driven to help our customers around the world succeed and we do so by earning the trust of some of the biggest names in technology.

Working at Avnet means being a part of a global team. We work collaboratively and with integrity, doing business the right way. For more than a century, we have partnered together to help our customers, suppliers and teammates realize the transformative possibilities of technology. Experience what’s next at Avnet!

Job Summary:

Responsible for supply chain functions to enable strategic initiatives and achieve customer service in accordance with service level agreements. Engages stakeholders across the organisation, including Sales and Supplier Management teams, to align supply chain and operations accountability.

Principal Responsibilities:

Analyses customer forecasts and trends using Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) concepts and working with customers and sales to plan and buy to forecast.
Prepares forecast models; liasing with internal and external stakeholders, including customers, suppliers and sales to assess the feasibility of forecasting requirements.
Applies inventory management discipline to assess inventory levels and aging
Participates in program set up and maintenance, e.g., part profile, new part add, End of Life (EOL), transitions, model changes, and recommends modifications to program set up, operation, and inclusion to enhance efficiency and revenue.
May be assigned specific customer accounts or cross/multi supplier solutions.
Negotiates and collaborates with suppliers on channel and distributor policy decisions that impact supply chain as well as monitor current supplier/company's business processes to lead/drive the development of new or improved supply chains that improve profitability, enable sales, and improve partner satisfaction.
Aligns the company's goals and objectives with supplier to ensure mutual goals and objectives are achieved.
Other duties as assigned.

Job Level Specifications:

Thorough knowledge of principles, theories and concepts in area of discipline. Competent in all job functions and has general understanding of the industry practices, techniques and standards.
Develops solutions for a variety of situations and works on projects requiring evaluation and analysis. May refer to policies, practices and precedents for guidance; determines best course of action to achieve results.
Work is performed independently and requires the exercise of judgment and discretion. May receive some limited guidance for new assignments. Work may be reviewed for overall adequacy.
Collaborates with management and team members within the department/function and other areas of the organization. May represent department internally or externally.

Work Experience:

Typical 3+ years with bachelor's or equivalent.

Education and Certification(s):

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience from which comparable knowledge and job skills can be obtained.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

Advanced Excel skills
Planning system knowledge helpful especially Kinaxis

What We Offer:

Our employees work hard to live our values and help us grow. Our total rewards strategy supports Avnet’s ability to attract, engage, develop, and reward our employees, while promoting a diverse and inclusive environment. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs — from time away and flexible working arrangements to programs supporting employee well-being and opportunities to give back to your community.

Generous Paid Time Off
401K and Pension Plan
Paid Holidays
Family Support (Paid Leave, Surrogacy, Adoption)
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account / Flexible Spending Account
Education Assistance
Employee Development Resources
Employee Wellness, Leadership Development and Mentorship Programs

Benefits listed above may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Avnet.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.

Avnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination also applies to religious dress and grooming practices. Avnet will accommodate employee religious dress standards and grooming practices that do not result in undue hardship for the Company. If you are interested in applying for employment with Avnet and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position contact our Human Resources Service Center at (888) 994-7669.

As a leading global technology distributor and solutions provider, Avnet has served customers’ evolving needs for more than a century. Through regional and specialized businesses around the world, we support customers and suppliers at every stage of the product lifecycle.

We help companies adapt to change and accelerate the design and supply stages of product development. With a unique viewpoint from the center of the technology value chain, Avnet is a trusted partner that solves complex design and supply chain issues so customers can realize revenue faster.

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