Supply Planner

Wurth International Trading America; Wayne (NJ); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours & hybrid in‑off

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) with company match

Comprehensive health coverage

Yearly wellness day

Paid parental leave policy

Monthly fitness stipend

Student loan assistance

Yearly professional development salary

Networking opportunities on a global;

Monthly culture club events

Kitchen stocked with drinks and snacks

Job summary

Wurth International Trading America is seeking a Supply Planner to optimize inventory and support timely product availability for customers. You will analyze demand and supply signals, adjust planning parameters, and work with suppliers and internal teams to minimize stockouts and excess inventory.

Responsibilities include managing purchase orders, coordinating with Sales, Purchasing, and Logistics, and supporting new product introductions.

Qualifications

• Degree required: Associate or Bachelor's in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years in product planning, manufacturing planning, or related area.
• CPIM or equivalent supply chain certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze inventory, sales, forecast, and consumption data to inform inventory decisions and mitigate risks.
• Maintain planning parameters in ERP systems including safety stock, lead times, and vendor codes.
• Anticipate demand influences and reduce impact of promotions on availability.
• Create and manage purchase orders based on demand forecasts and lead times.
• Collaborate across Sales, Operations, Purchasing, Warehouse, Logistics to align plans with business needs.
• Support new product introductions by coordinating inventory planning for launches.
• Monitor open purchase orders and coordinate with suppliers on delivery schedules.
• Expedite orders when needed and communicate constraints to stakeholders.
• Prepare and maintain reports on inventory performance, shortages, service levels, and risk.

Skills

Supply planning

Inventory management

Forecasting

Time management

Communication

Collaboration

Analytical thinking

Data analysis

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree

APICS CPIM (preferred)

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Job Purpose

The Supply Planner is an important contributor to the Supply Chain department and the organization as a whole. This role helps maintain appropriate inventory levels to support timely, complete delivery and meet customer needs. The Supply Planner analyzes demand and supply information, maintains accurate planning parameters, and works across teams and with suppliers to manage availability and inventory risk.

Job Purpose

The Supply Planner is an important contributor to the Supply Chain department and the organization as a whole. This role helps maintain appropriate inventory levels to support timely, complete delivery and meet customer needs. The Supply Planner analyzes demand and supply information, maintains accurate planning parameters, and works across teams and with suppliers to manage availability and inventory risk.

Role And Responsibilities

• Analyze inventory, sales, forecast, and consumption data to inform inventory decisions, identify potential shortages, and mitigate excess and obsolete stock risks.
• Use ERP and planning systems to maintain accurate planning parameters, including safety stock, lead time, transit time, and vendor codes.
• Anticipate demand influences, including seasonal slowdowns and planned promotions, and take appropriate steps to reduce their impact on product availability and inventory.
• Create and manage purchase orders based on demand forecasts, lead times, minimum order quantities, and minimum order values.
• Collaborate with Sales, Customer Operations, Purchasing, Warehouse, Logistics, and other team members to align supply plans with customer and business needs.
• Support new product introductions by coordinating inventory planning, reviewing demand expectations, establishing planning parameters, and helping ensure product availability for launch.
• Monitor open purchase orders and coordinate with suppliers to confirm order status and delivery schedules.
• Expedite orders when needed and communicate supply constraints and risks to internal stakeholders.
• Prepare and maintain reports and analyses on inventory performance, shortages, service levels, backorders, and inventory risk.

Education And Experience

Education

• Associate or bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience, required; preferably in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2+ years of product planning, manufacturing planning, or other relevant experience.
• Supply chain certification, such as APICS CPIM, preferred.

Skills/Qualifications

• Experience managing supply plans and inventory levels to meet customer demand and business goals.
• Strong time-management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Sound judgment and decision-making skills, including the ability to weigh the costs and benefits of potential actions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and effectively.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
• Analytical skills and attention to detail when reviewing data, planning parameters, and order information.
• Strong computer skills: MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.), SAP, and other relevant systems.

Benefits & Perks

• Flexible working hours & hybrid in-office schedule
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive health coverage
• Yearly wellness day
• Paid parental leave policy
• Monthly fitness stipend
• Student loan assistance
• Yearly professional development stipend for training
• Networking opportunities on a global scale
• Monthly culture club events
• Kitchen stocked with drinks and snacks