Supply Planner - Corporate Production

Rust-Oleum; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Job summary

Rust-Oleum in Vernon Hills, IL, seeks a Supply Planner to develop production schedules and manage inventory for corporate production. The ideal candidate will analyze finished goods and coordinate with plants while maintaining effective relationships with stakeholders.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and 1-2 years of related experience, with expertise in planning and ERP systems like SAP S4. Rust-Oleum offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of work experience in a similar environment preferred.
• IBP experience preferred.
• APICS CPIM or CSCP certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze finished goods inventory and plant capacity requirements.
• Create, monitor and maintain replenishment/production and inventory plans.
• Coordinate supply of finished goods with supplying plants.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders.

Skills

Advance planning systems

ERP systems (SAP S4)

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Microsoft Excel

Verbal and written communication

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or Science

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Supply Planner - Corporate Production

Location: Vernon Hills, IL

Department: Rust-Oleum US Manufacturing

Reports To: Senior Manager, Supply Planning

Direct Reports/Manages others: No

Rust-Oleum Corporation is a worldwide leader in protective paints and coatings for both home and industry. We offer a wide range of products including decorative fashion paints, durable industrial roof repair coatings and, of course, our famous rust-fighting formula that started it all.

As our Supply Planner – Corporate Production, you're there to analyze finished goods inventory and plant capacity requirements to develop a production schedule.

What to Expect

• Create, monitor and maintain a rolling 8 week end‑to‑end volume (replenishment/production) and inventory plans for all assigned product families that conform to business strategies, capacity constraints, financial plans, and target inventory profiles
• Record compliance to schedule and work with plant to ensure high level of service.
• Act as a partner for Marketing and other brand team members to determine the impact of projects and strategic decisions on volumes and inventory
• Daily contact with one or multiple supplying plants to coordinate the supply of finished good, intermediate
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders within the organization
• Participate in cross functional projects as Subject Matter Expert or lead for supply chain planning
• Work to resolve problems with current procedures, such as communications, information flow, integrated production methods, inventory control, or cost analysis.
• Perform other duties as required.

Required Skills

• Minimum Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or Science
• 1-2 years of work experience in similar environment, is preferred
• Must be experienced with advance planning systems and ERP systems, preferably SAP S4
• Excellent organizational skills are required
• Proven ability to possess strong problem‑solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• IBP experience preferred
• APICS CPIM or CSCP certification a plus
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Ability to be a team player with focus on improvement and strong drive for results

Salary Target Range

$70,000 - $80,0000, bonus eligible

Benefits

From big benefits to small, we take care of our associates! After 30 days of employment, you will be eligible for a benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, disability and business travel insurance, flexible spending accounts, EAP, stock purchases and vacation/sick days/parental leave. We also offer a 401(k) plan after three months of employment. Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after completing five years of service. Rust-Oleum offers 9 paid holidays and one floating holiday per year. You are also eligible to earn three weeks of vacation on an annualized basis.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Rust-Oleum is an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.