Senior Supply Planner

Saint--gobain; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint-Gobain in Dallas, TX is seeking a Senior Supply Planner to optimize production and purchasing capacity to meet demand while keeping inventory at target levels. You will lead cross-functional efforts with Demand Planning, Sales, Production and Purchasing and supervise data governance for North America.

Responsibilities include creating SIOP supply plans, gathering demand and inventory data, managing the MRP, and presenting supply risks and KPIs to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, IT or Finance major preferred.
• 6+ years related Supply Chain/Inventory Planning experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Knowledge of standard S&OP, SIOP or Integrated Business Planning methodologies preferred.
• Experience implementing KPIs for supply planning preferred.
• Experience implementing KPIs for supply planning preferred.
• Skilled in the development and use of supply planning optimization software.
• Highly skilled in the use of SAP required with focus on MM & PP.
• Advanced Excel and Power Point skills Required.

Responsibilities

• Create the SIOP Supply Plan based on demand, inventory, and production data.
• Gather and review demand, inventory and production data; generate capacity plans.
• Manage short-term supply plan by week; create MRP and supervise the MRP owner.
• Collaborate with Purchasing to align Purchase Orders with the Supply Plan.
• Lead cross-functional teams to improve supply KPIs and resolve disruptions.
• Present supply plan and risks to senior leadership; communicate mitigation strategies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Logistics/Engineering/IT/Finance

Tools

SAP MM/PP

MRP systems

Optimization software

Job description

The Senior Supply Planner is accountable for planning the optimal utilization of production and purchasing capacities to meet the demand forecast at targeted service levels while maintaining desired inventory. This team member utilizes planning and optimization tools to continuously correct product over/under supply as well as direct required production, purchasing and inventory redeployment to fulfill customer demand. In this role the Senior Supply Planner will facilitate extensive cross-functional interactions with Demand Planning, Sales, Production and Purchasing teams. This role has the secondary responsibility of oversight of the Material Master Data team for North America and ensure workflows and requests receive responses in a timely manner.

Create the SIOP Supply Plan. Gather and review demand, inventory and production data. Generate capacity plans and evaluate bottlenecks. Optimize throughput of production assets using optimization models, SAP and external planning software. Define alternative supply scenarios where supply demand imbalances may exist. Prepare supply planning topics - equipment performance, bottlenecks, raw material supply risks - for the supply review meeting. Facilitate the supply review meetings with the production sites. Apply constraints from the supply review meetings and create the long-term Supply Plan which includes the required production and purchasing volume by SKU by year and by month to support the Demand Plan and maintain desired inventory levels. Review the Supply Plan financial impact with finance.

Manage the Short-Term Supply Plan. Manage the short-term Supply Plan by week for the short-term planning horizon. Create a material requirement plan (MRP). Supervise the Supply Analyst to ensure the MRP is created in alignment with the Supply Plan. Collaborate with Purchasing to ensure required Purchase Orders are created in alignment with the Supply Plan. Communicate required PO adjustments and ensure Procurement executes with suppliers accordingly. Analyze options to resolve supply disruptions.

Supply Planning Management and Control Create and report on the supply planning KPIs (supply plan attainment, changeovers, cost etc.). Lead cross-functional action teams to improve supply KPIs and/or resolve supply related issues. Provide guidance for supply disruptions. Manage the MRP process in SAP. Define and manage SAP MRP/MPS setting and master data, ensuring accuracy and timeliness with SAP netting and expected output. Add and maintain items and item master components and attributes in SAP. Functions as an SAP MM/PP Super User. Establishes the supply plan for the annual budget. Provide feedback to Demand Planning on common forecasting issues

Communicate the SIOP Supply Plan. Present to senior leadership for the business on raw material risks, actual vs target KPI’s, and measurement of OTIF scores in the North American organization. Prepare responses based on likely inquires and communicate success and mitigation plans. Collaborate seamlessly with all levels of the North American and global organization.

Manage the Material Master Data process in North America. Supervise the Material Master Data Specialist to ensure that SOPs are documented and followed accordingly. Serve as a Subject Matter Expert on cross-functional projects involving a significant effort for Material Master Data code creation. Coordinate on behalf of North America organization with Global teams.

Other Duties as Assigned

Is this job for you ?

Bachelor's Degree Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, IT or Finance major preferred

6+ years related Supply Chain/Inventory Planning experience in manufacturing Preferred

Knowledge of standard S&OP, SIOP or Integrated Business Planning methodologies Preferred

Experience implementing best practice processes in supply planning as part of an integrated SIOP process Preferred

Experience implementing KPIs for supply planning Preferred

Other Knowledge and Ability (Knowledge of coding languages, interpersonal skills, etc.)

Skilled in the development and use of supply planning optimization software Required

Highly skilled in the use of SAP required with focus on MM & PP Required

Advanced Excel and Power Point skills Required

Ability to exert indirect influence to achieve desired outcomes Required

Strategic thinking skills Required

Decisive without having perfect information Required

Extensive analytical skills Required

Planning and organization skills Required

Strong critical thinking skills Required

Excellent oral and written communication skills including presentation skills Required

Ability to present clear, concise information to senior levels of the business Required

Ability to informally influence others and work cross-functionally with many groups Required

Self-motivated and able to work without supervision within the context of the position Required

CPIM or Equivalent Certification Preferred

A little more about us

About Chryso, Inc

Chryso is a leading global designer and manufacturer of high quality concrete admixture thanks to a strong commitment to research and innovation, coupled with adherence to the strictest manufacturing standards in the industry. Our admixtures are engineered to optimize the performance of our customers' specific concrete materials in a way that will maximize user satisfaction and economy. In addition, Chryso delivers significant added value and support to its clients, which includes assistance with client inventory control and prompt product deliveries.

For more information, visit GCP's website at www.chryso.com

Legal Statement

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

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Benefits in joining us

At Saint-Gobain, our goal is to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support your well-being and improve daily life for you and your family. We value your contribution to our purpose, Making the World a Better Home, and your Total Rewards package aims to help you plan for the future you want.

Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs:

• Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• LiveWell Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.
• 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
• Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance

Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want

• Group Legal
• Identity Theft Protection
• Auto and Home Insurance
• Pet Insurance and Discounts
• Back-up Child & Elder Care
• PerkSpot Employee Discount Program