Strategic Demand Planner: Inventory & Capacity Optimizer

CRH; Warren (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Disability benefits

Life insurance

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Bonus opportunity

Job summary

CRH Americas Building Products seeks an experienced demand planning professional to manage production plans, forecast accuracy, and inventory optimization across high-volume SKUs. You will collaborate with manufacturing, distribution, and sales to balance capacity with demand and improve on-time delivery.

Responsibilities include connecting Sales and Operations, analyzing long-term demand, and driving improvements in order fulfillment.

Qualifications

• Proven working experience in demand planning while delivering above average customer experience.
• Proven track record of managing a large number of SKU’s in a complex manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to develop production plans and inventory strategies while effectively communicating recommendations to executive management.
• Skilled at working effectively with cross-functional teams in a matrix organization.
• Familiarity working in ERP systems; NetSuite/SAP experience preferred.
• Data mining and analytical skills with an above-average proficiency in MS Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• At least 5 years’ experience in a planning or similar role. Advanced degree in related field accepted in lieu of 3 years’ experience
• BS degree in supply chain, operations management, business related field highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a production plan based on sales demand, forecasts, and inventory requirements to meet customer service goals.
• Develop strategic vision to effectively improve overall forecasting accuracy, demand planning effectiveness, and optimize inventory levels to increase customer service levels.
• Implement robust process to connect Sales and Operations that results in growth opportunities through maximizing site network capacity.
• Analyze longer term demand to make recommendations which address any production capacity surplus, under-utilization, or constraint deficits.
• Statistical analysis of sales data history to identify trends, sourcing improvement opportunities, and ability to level load production.
• Work closely with Sales and Marketing in coordinating new product launch, transition, and/or discontinuation of products.
• Work closely with Customer Service, Service Managers, and Transportation teams to address issues through continuous improvement in the order fulfillment process.
• Maintain key performance metrics surrounding production planning and plan attainment, as well as keep up to date various key data fields within the ERP system that drive planning.

Skills

Forecasting and demand planning

Inventory management

Cross-functional collaboration

ERP systems experience

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Planning or scheduling

Education

BS degree in supply chain/operations management

In-field experience accepted in lieu of degree

Tools

NetSuite

SAP

Job description

CRH Americas Building Products seeks an experienced demand planning professional to manage production plans, forecast accuracy, and inventory optimization across high-volume SKUs. You will collaborate with manufacturing, distribution, and sales to balance capacity with demand and improve on-time delivery.

Responsibilities include connecting Sales and Operations, analyzing long-term demand, and driving improvements in order fulfillment.