Supply Planner

Randstad USA; Missouri; Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401K plan

Medical, prescription, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

A staffing and consulting agency is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Supply Planner in Creve Coeur, St. Louis. This role involves managing inventory levels and executing orders, with a strong focus on data analysis using advanced Excel and Power BI skills. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree and experience in the FMCG sector. The position allows for a hybrid work model with a minimum of 3 days on-site. A comprehensive benefits package is also offered to successful candidates.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Planning, specifically Inventory or DRP planning.
• Must have experience in the FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) industry.
• Ability to work a hybrid schedule with at least 3 days in the St. Louis office.
• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Excel and Power BI.
• Availability: Hybrid schedule with at least 3 days in the St. Louis office.

Responsibilities

• Execute the creation of Purchase Orders (PO) and Transfer Orders (TO) within the ERP system.
• Create and maintain complex reports using Excel and Power BI to drive business decisions.
• Lead daily team meetings and connections to ensure alignment on priorities.
• Focus on Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP) to optimize service levels, cash flow, and costs.
• Identify and resolve issues within the ERP system related to order creation and inventory flow.

Skills

Excel (Advanced)

Power BI (Advanced)

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

APICS Certification

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Location: Creve Coeur, St. Louis (Hybrid - minimum 3 days on-site)

Duration: 1 to 1.5 Years (Temporary) Shift: Tuesday – Friday (8 AM - 4 PM) and Monday (7 AM - 3 PM)

Position Overview

Randstad is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Supply Planner to join our RC Planning team. This role is critical to ensuring 100% On-Time In-Full (OTIF) delivery and flawless execution of ERP processes and reporting. You will be responsible for managing inventory levels, executing purchase and transfer orders, and providing advanced data insights to support business results.

Key Responsibilities

• Planning & Execution: Execute the creation of Purchase Orders (PO) and Transfer Orders (TO) within the ERP system.
• Data & Reporting: Create and maintain complex reports using Excel (Advanced) and Power BI (Advanced) to drive business decisions.
• Operational Leadership: Lead daily team meetings and connections to ensure alignment on priorities.
• Inventory Management: Focus on Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP) to optimize service levels, cash flow, and costs.
• Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve issues within the ERP system related to order creation and inventory flow.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements (Must-Haves)

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience: Proven experience in Planning, specifically Inventory or DRP planning.
• Industry: Must have experience in the FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) industry.
• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Excel and Power BI.
• Availability: Ability to work a hybrid schedule with at least 3 days in the St. Louis office.

Preferred Qualifications

• APICS Certification.
• Experience in Production Scheduling and MRP Planning.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage ambiguity.

Performance & Culture

• Success Metrics: Performance is measured by service level, cash optimization, and cost management.
• First 90 Days: Your primary focus will be mastering internal processes, systems, and execution workflows.
• Team Culture: You will join a collaborative team of six planners during a period of organizational growth and change.
• Career Path: This role offers the potential to convert into a Full-Time (FT) Planner position

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.