Distribution Planner: Inventory & Logistics Optimizer

Libbey Inc.; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Libbey Inc. is seeking a Distribution Planner to ensure the right product, quantity, and timing across North American warehouse locations. You will coordinate with logistics to maintain optimal inventory flow and provide data-driven insights on distribution performance.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in supply chain, strong communication skills, and proficiency with ERP systems (JD Edwards) and WMS. This full-time, on-site role offers opportunities to drive continuous improvement across the

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor's degree a plus.
• 3–5 years of supply chain experience.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse, shipping and planning policies and operations.
• Experience with order and inventory management.
• Problem solving and negotiation with internal/external customers.
• Ability to work with diverse teams and communicate clearly.
• Customer-focused mindset and detail-oriented writing and speaking.
• Ability to organize and facilitate meetings effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; ERP experience, JD Edwards (JDE) a plus; familiarity with WMS.

Responsibilities

• Review and initiate inter-plant transfer requests in the ERP system.
• Confirm and track orders; coordinate with Transportation and Logistics to develop metrics.
• Work with Supply Chain Planners to manage shortages and excess.
• Analyze and resolve delivery issues in a timely fashion.
• Collaborate with Distribution Centers and carriers to improve scheduling and consistency.
• Facilitate recurring meetings with Distribution Centers to monitor performance.
• Provide support to supply chain, warehousing, IT and transportation teams.
• Review and recommend improvements to distribution parameters.
• Develop continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and service.

Skills

Supply chain

ERP systems

JDE

WMS

MS Excel

Communication

Collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

JDE

Warehouse Management Systems

Job description

Libbey Inc. is seeking a Distribution Planner to ensure the right product, quantity, and timing across North American warehouse locations. You will coordinate with logistics to maintain optimal inventory flow and provide data-driven insights on distribution performance.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in supply chain, strong communication skills, and proficiency with ERP systems (JD Edwards) and WMS. This full-time, on-site role offers opportunities to drive continuous improvement across the