Planning Manager

NL Staffing; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

NL Staffing is seeking a Planning Manager in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to oversee demand planning and inventory management processes in a manufacturing environment. You will be responsible for leading demand planning, managing inventory optimization, and overseeing purchasing operations.

The ideal candidate will have 5 to 8 years of experience in demand planning and procurement, with hands-on ERP/MRP experience. Team mentoring and APICS certification are advantageous.

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years in demand planning, supply chain, or procurement.
• Hands-on experience in ERP/MRP systems.
• APICS certification is a big plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead demand planning processes to align supply with demand.
• Manage inventory planning and optimization.
• Oversee purchasing operations.
• Mentor and develop a team of planners or buyers.

Skills

Demand planning

Inventory management

Procurement

Team mentoring

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Blue Yonder

Job description

Overview

This is a Planning Manager role focused on end-to-end demand planning, inventory management and purchasing operations within a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end demand planning processes to align supply with forecasted demand.
• Manage inventory planning, optimization, safety stock and service level targets.
• Oversee purchasing operations and ERP/MRP activity to support production planning.
• Mentor and develop a team of planners or buyers; provide guidance on forecasting and inventory strategies.

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years in demand planning, supply chain or procurement with hands-on experience in ERP/MRP systems or Blue Yonder.
• APICS certification is a big plus.
• Experience leading or mentoring a team of planners or buyers and understanding forecasting, inventory optimization, safety stock and service level metrics.