Inventory Planning Manager

PACCAR Inc; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 104,100 - 146,630; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with up to a 5% company match

Fully funded pension plan

Comprehensive paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Flexible spending accounts

Paid short‑and long‑term disability

Life insurance

EAP services

Holiday gift eligibility

Job summary

PACCAR Inc is seeking an Inventory Planning Manager based in Renton, WA. This role is responsible for managing inventory across various Strategic Business Units, overseeing supplier performance, and optimizing inventory levels to surpass customer expectations.

The ideal candidate will bring over 5 years of relevant experience along with strong communication skills and advanced knowledge of tools like Excel and SQL. Benefits include a competitive salary and a comprehensive range of options.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in Supply Chain or Inventory Control.
• 2+ years as a manager or supervisor preferred.
• Inventory control or product distribution experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise inventory planning to meet fill and inventory goals.
• Develop corrective actions within the Strategic Business Units.
• Work with Demand Planning to ensure adequate forecasts.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Inventory Control

Operations

Advanced Excel

SQL

Tableau

Communication skills

Spanish or French proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field

MBA

Tools

JDA

SCM Software

ERP Software

Job description

Inventory Planning Manager

Company: PACCAR

The Inventory Planning Manager is responsible for managing the inventory for various Strategic Business Units, overseeing supplier performance and optimizing inventory levels to exceed customer expectations in terms of fill metrics.

This position is based out of Renton, WA.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the planning of inventory to result in the achievement of division fill and inventory turn goals.
• Develop corrective actions within the Strategic Business Units framework to achieve service level, turn, surplus inventory, promotions and inventory change objectives.
• Work with Demand Planning to ensure forecasts and safety stock are adequate for assigned suppliers.
• Identify opportunities for improved material flow and services in conjunction with Operations and the Distribution Centers.
• Supervise, train and direct staff in inventory planning and supplier expediting.
• Contact and meet with suppliers to effect agreements concerning material plans; reviews various service level, supplier order and backorder reports to effect expediting projects or supplier communications; prepares management and division reports.
• Communicate directly with truck division field service groups to create, monitor, delegate actions, maintain documentation, provide feedback and follow-up on all field service and recall requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Business or related field is required; MBA preferred
• 5+ years of relevant experience (i.e. Supply Chain, Inventory Control, or Operations)
• 2+ years as a manager or supervisor preferred
• Inventory control or product distribution experience preferred
• Understanding of JDA, SCM, or ERP software a plus
• Knowledge of truck parts and component preferred
• Advanced Excel, SQL, and Tableau skills preferred
• Strong communications skills
• Language proficiency in Spanish or French desired

Benefits

As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:

401k with up to a 5% company match

• Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
• Comprehensive paid time off – minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
• Paid short‑and long‑term disability programs
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
• This position is eligible for a holiday gift

Salary

At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors including your education, training, or experience. The salary range for this position is $104,100 - $146,630 annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for the full range of benefit options listed above.

Equal Opportunity Employer

• PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Protected Veteran, and Disability.