5,923 Inventory Planning jobs in the United States

**Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first**
Come join a resourceful team of warehouse associates that are dedicated to the health and wellness of our members. These goals are accomplished by sorting, checking and receiving pharmaceutical product in the warehouse based on industry standard criteria and then putting the inventory into warehouse locations. We are continually adapting and rethinking routine to ensure we are industry leading when transporting product through the warehouse using Bendi Forklifts, JLG, and Straddle machines. For highly motivated associates, career growth opportunities are available.
The Warehouse Clerk 1 ensures security and accountability of inventory. The Warehouse Clerk 1 performs basic operational tasks and typically works on routine and patterned assignments.
+ Sorts, checks and receives product
+ Puts product away in the warehouse
+ Replenishes product from the warehouse to the dispensing line
+ Counts product in multiple locations to ensure accuracy
**Use your skills to make an impact**
**Required Qualifications**
+ Able to stand and walk for 10 hour shifts
+ Able to lift up to 35lbs on occasion
+ Bend, twist and reach frequently
+ Comfortable working at heights of 20ft
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ High School Diploma or GED
+ Forklift / Power Truck experience
**Shift:** 5:30am-4pm MT, 4-day work week, 10 hours per day, Days of the week will be assigned once hired. Overtime required based on business need.
**This is an Onsite Position:** located at Riverside Distribution Facility 4302 W. Buckeye Rd. Ste. 109 Phoenix, AZ 85043
**Humana offers a variety of benefits to promote the best health and well-being of our employees and their families. We design competitive and flexible packages to give our employees a sense of financial security-both today and in the future, including:**
+ **Health benefits effective day 1**
+ **Paid time off, holidays, volunteer time and jury duty pay**
+ **401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match**
+ **Tuition assistance**
+ **Scholarships for eligible dependents**
+ **Parental and caregiver leave**
+ **Employee charity matching program**
+ **Career development opportunities**
**Scheduled Weekly Hours**
40
**Pay Range**
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$39,000 - $49,400 per year
**Description of Benefits**
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, "Humana") offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
**About Us**
About CenterWell Pharmacy: CenterWell Pharmacy provides convenient, safe, reliable pharmacy services and is committed to excellence and quality. Through our home delivery and over-the-counter fulfillment services, specialty, and retail pharmacy locations, we provide customers simple, integrated solutions every time. We care for patients with chronic and complex illnesses, as well as offer personalized clinical and educational services to improve health outcomes and drive superior medication adherence.
About CenterWell, a Humana company: CenterWell creates experiences that put patients at the center. As the nation's largest provider of senior-focused primary care, one of the largest providers of home health services, and fourth largest pharmacy benefit manager, CenterWell is focused on whole-person health by addressing the physical, emotional and social wellness of our patients. As part of Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM), CenterWell offers stability, industry-leading benefits, and opportunities to grow yourself and your career. We proudly employ more than 30,000 clinicians who are committed to putting health first - for our teammates, patients, communities and company. By providing flexible scheduling options, clinical certifications, leadership development programs and career coaching, we allow employees to invest in their personal and professional well-being, all from day one.
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**Equal Opportunity Employer**
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
Centerwell, a wholly owned subsidiary of Humana, complies with all applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion. We also provide free language interpreter services. See our full accessibility rights information and language options

At Owens & Minor, we are a critical part of the healthcare process. As a Fortune 500 company with 350+ facilities across the US and 22,000 teammates in over 90 countries, we provide integrated technologies, products and services across the full continuum of care. Customers-and their patients-are at the heart of what we do.
Our mission is to empower our customers to advance healthcare, and our success starts with our teammates.
Owens & Minor teammate benefits include:
+ Medical, dental, and vision insurance, available on first working day
+ 401(k), eligibility after one year of service
+ Employee stock purchase plan
+ Tuition reimbursement
**The anticipated pay range for this role is as follows:** **$19.25/hr**
We are hiring immediately for a **full time Inventory Control Coordinators** ! This role is the life support that keeps regional hospitals stocked. Whether you're packing PPE products or surgical equipment- the items that are in your hands end up in the hands of doctors & nurses to help advance today's healthcare!
**Schedule: Monday - Friday 6am-2:30pm**
**POSITION SUMMARY**
Responsible for maintaining an accurate warehouse inventory count, researching receiving & shipping discrepancies, checking product recall and expired products, receiving customer returns, and putting away of returns, proof of deliveries, manufacturer returns, unit of measure research, working directly with purchasing, accounts payable, customer service, accounts receivable, sales force and warehouse.
**RESPONSIBILITIES**
**Tools/Equipment**
+ Proficient using RF/Voice Pick/Visual Pick technology to perform tasks.
+ Proficient using manual and motorized Material Handling Equipment (cherry picker, reach truck, double reach, sit down forklift, motorized pallet jack, etc.)
**Receiving - Incoming/Outgoing**
+ Counts or verify freight for accuracy and/or damage/infestation and perform needed OS&D related tasks.
+ Checks, receives, breaks down, and separates incoming customer returns. Review condition, expiration date range, and recall status. Restock saleable product and take appropriate action on product that is not in saleable condition and communicate all outcomes with Customer Service
+ Assembles, packs and ships manufacturer and/or vendor returns, initiates debit memos.
**Inventory**
+ Perform cycle counts and BIN verification activities.
+ Perform customer service and purchasing initiated cycle counts (customer shipments, vendor receipts) and respond accordingly.
+ Maintains accurate inventory locations and moves inventory locations as required.
+ Manage product to avoid instances of damage or expiration. As necessary, determine appropriate disposition of inventory, including any avenues for recoup of cost of goods.
+ Establish, maintain, and execute the warehouse optimization program, slotting, which ensures that product is available in the most operationally efficient warehouse locations Investigation/Analysis
+ Research inventory discrepancies, customer service errors (pick errors, over ships, etc.), account payable discrepancies and Unit of Measures errors.
+ Research PODs of shipments and freight bills for errors
+ Performs work on pick and put away discrepancies report.
+ Support product recall/vendor return process through physical identification and segregation of product.
+ Review and analyze weekly sync report to determine error causes.
+ Run and review daily CSW and OMNI reports (sync, etc.) to determine root cause.
+ Ensures on-going integrity of high risk sku cycle count execution, frequency, and results review.
**Audits/Physical Inventory**
+ Coordinates audit activities specific to on-site observation.
+ Coordinate all physical inventory warehouse preparation and cut off activities as required by PI instruction documentation. Manage system requirements and control desk activities, running of valuation reports, reconciliation of final count variances, and all other reconciliation requirements.
**General**
+ Can operates equipment as high as 35 feet in the air.
+ Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
+ Follows safety policies and procedures and corrects or communicates hazards to management.
+ Count and perform basic math calculations.
+ Maintain productivity and quality standards.
+ Perform additional duties as directed.
**EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE**
+ General knowledge of a variety of basic topics (math, reading, basic accounting, typing, etc.) Equal to a high school diploma.
+ Prior experience working in a warehouse/distribution center a plus.
+ One to three years of inventory control experience required
+ Warehouse/Operations certification a plus
**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES**
+ Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form
+ Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment and meet performance standards/individual performance goals
+ Good attention to detail
+ Dependable and able to report to work as scheduled/have regular punctual attendance
+ Willingness to learn how to use new material handling equipment
+ Willingness to learn WMS Technology
+ Ability to adhere to all Standard Operating Procedures for safety rules and requirements received in training
**ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS**
+ General PC knowledge with an ability to use spreadsheet, word processing and graphics presentation software
+ Must successfully pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
+ Ability to frequently work unscheduled overtime hours with minimal notice
+ Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
+ Familiar with all concepts, practices, and procedures of Inventory Control
+ For some functions, must be able to operate forklift and pick items as high as 35 feet in the air
+ Must be able to stand and walk on concrete warehouse floors for long periods of time
+ Must be able to squat and kneel often, and lift up to 50 lbs. individually or greater than 50 lbs. in a team lift
+ Must be able to safely use a step ladder or stool to reach area shelves
+ Must be able to safely wear steel-toed protective footwear in accordance with the OSHA General Industry standard
+ Must be able to safely use a provided box cutter
+ Must be able to clearly communicate (speak and understand) in English in order to operate voice-pick technology
If you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply. This position will accept applications on an ongoing basis.
Owens & Minor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, disability, age, status as a veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.
Owens & Minor (O&M) is a global healthcare company providing innovative products and solutions across the continuum of care. Our integrated technology, products, and services empower healthcare providers and manufacturers as they make a difference in the lives of patients every day. O&M is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia and is comprised of 17,000+ global teammates. We operate within distribution, production, customer service, and sales facilities located across the Asia Pacific region, Europe, Latin America and North America. We are proud to service healthcare industry customers in 90 countries where we do business today.
**Life at O&M**
When you become an Owens & Minor teammate, you're joining a diverse, vibrant organization with a focus on excellence and integrity. Guided by our shared values-Integrity, Development, Excellence, Accountability, Listening-O&M teammates strive to deliver superior service across the continuum of healthcare. O&M is committed to creating a growth-oriented culture that values each teammate's perspective and contributions.

**Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first**
Job Description Summary
The Inventory Planning Clerk 1 ensures security and accountability of inventory through transaction documentation, process and procedure verification, and system review. The Inventory Planning Clerk 1 performs basic administrative, clerical, operational, customer support, and computational tasks.
**Location:** This is an onsite role. 9843 Windisch Rd, West Chester Township, OH 45069.
**Shift:** This position will work four 10-hour shifts Monday-Friday from 6am to 4:30pm. We will assign an off day based on our business need.
The Inventory Planning Clerk:
+ Develops and executes replenishment strategies
+ Conducts physical inventories and leads cycle counts.
+ Analyzes and, when able, corrects cycle count discrepancies.
+ Audits incoming and outgoing shipments to assure quality and accuracy.
+ Compiles and documents all transactions for data entry.
Decisions are limited to defined parameters around work expectations, quality standards, priorities, and timing, The inventory planning clerk works under close supervision and/or within established policies, practices, and guidelines with minimal opportunity for deviation.
**Use your skills to make an impact**
**Required Qualifications**
+ Solid experience of interpretation and independent determination of the appropriate courses of action during projects
+ Must be passionate about contributing to an organization focused on continuously improving consumer experiences
+ Ability to lift up to 35lbs
+ Ability to reach items at a height of 25feet
+ Self-directed, versatile and also able to work well in a group
+ Strong math, organizational and analytical skills
+ Work ethic that is focused, accurate and highly productive
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Inventory experience
+ Pharmacy experience
+ Mobile equipment or forklift experience
+ Experience with ELITE IMS software
+ High School Diploma or GED
**Scheduled Weekly Hours**
40
**Pay Range**
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$39,000 - $49,400 per year
**Description of Benefits**
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, "Humana") offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
**About Us**
About CenterWell Pharmacy: CenterWell Pharmacy provides convenient, safe, reliable pharmacy services and is committed to excellence and quality. Through our home delivery and over-the-counter fulfillment services, specialty, and retail pharmacy locations, we provide customers simple, integrated solutions every time. We care for patients with chronic and complex illnesses, as well as offer personalized clinical and educational services to improve health outcomes and drive superior medication adherence.
About CenterWell, a Humana company: CenterWell creates experiences that put patients at the center. As the nation's largest provider of senior-focused primary care, one of the largest providers of home health services, and fourth largest pharmacy benefit manager, CenterWell is focused on whole-person health by addressing the physical, emotional and social wellness of our patients. As part of Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM), CenterWell offers stability, industry-leading benefits, and opportunities to grow yourself and your career. We proudly employ more than 30,000 clinicians who are committed to putting health first - for our teammates, patients, communities and company. By providing flexible scheduling options, clinical certifications, leadership development programs and career coaching, we allow employees to invest in their personal and professional well-being, all from day one.
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**Equal Opportunity Employer**
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
Centerwell, a wholly owned subsidiary of Humana, complies with all applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion. We also provide free language interpreter services. See our full accessibility rights information and language options

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

The Inventory Planning and Procurement Specialist uses analytical, planning and communication skills to insure an adequate supply of inventory and supplies are available to sustain ongoing sales and service operations at commercially attractive rates for US operations and consistent with Levare US and Corporate inventory practices and objectives.

Job Functions/Duties (may be assigned other duties by management)

• Analyzes monthly inventory consumption: uses statistical analysis, knowledge of expected inventory requirements and other tools, to prepare and submit the monthly inventory order request to Purchasing Department.

• Reviews weekly, or as needed, Purchase Order shipment and tracking data to insure continuous and adequate availability of inventory and supplies for operations. Takes action as needed making recommendations to Supervisor, to accelerate or defer deliveries of inventory shipments.

• Ensures the organization has the right amount of stock to meet customer needs and to avoid overstocking items.

• Collects and organizes information from a variety of sources, such as computer databases, sales histories, and customer feedback.

• Assesses, responds and acts upon as needed, to ad hoc inventory order requests originating from Operations.

• Interacts regularly and routinely with Purchasing Team (local and Corporate) to insure orders and deliveries are updated in ERP system and are consistent with the ongoing business needs.

• Works closely with Manufacturing and Inventory Departments to communicate needs of business.

• Interacts regularly and routinely with the Corporate Team, scheduling and Logistics Teams to communicate US operations needs and requests with respect to production scheduling, and/or accelerated or deferred inventory shipments.

• Continued focus on improving inventory turn rates.

• Analyzes, works in conjunction with Planning and Operations Teams, and makes recommendations for improvements to inventory analysis, planning software tools and procurement practices and procedures.

• Provides analysis and support to sourcing/vendor evaluation and qualification decisions.

• Manages suppliers and commodities to insure quality product, on time deliveries and lowest cost. Works with suppliers to ensure accurate and timely communication on delivery dates and order quantities. Must work with suppliers on managing their supply chain to reduce lead-time, carrying cost, and improve inventory turns.

• Work with the inventory management team to ensure all deliveries satisfy the assigned purchase order and report any missing products.

• Responsible for accurate information on delivery dates. Changes to schedule or forecast will require the Inventory Planning & Procurement Specialist to move in, move out, or cancel purchase orders. This must be followed through with changes being documented in Discovery.

• Follow up, expedite, and maintain all of the purchase orders. Requisitioned and suggested order requirements are the responsibility of the Inventory Planning & Procurement Specialist to process into purchase orders.

• Other duties specified by supervisor as required.

• Personally observes safety and security procedures and proper use of equipment and material. Actively promotes safety process and reports any safety issues to proper channels for action.

• Support Company EEO policies and take action to provide a workplace free from harassment or discrimination.

Qualifications/Education Requirements

• SCM / Planning education and work experience.

• Proficient computer skills with knowledge of MS Office and/or company specific databases.

• Self-motivated and able to work well with stringent deadlines and possess good organizational skills.

• Proactive problem definition and creative problem-solving skills.

• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and time management abilities.

• Excellent oral and written communication and analytical skills.

• Experience working across different functions.

• Bachelor's degree required.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Normal office environment and occasional exposure to plant environment during the course of normal job duties.

• Occasionally required to move about the facility

• Occasional travel and On call required

• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment, including eye and hearing protection, hard hat and safety shoes while in shop environment or on job site.

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Key Responsibilities:
- Responsible for leading and developing a team that implement and maintain item/location level inventory plans for a group of product categories that support financial objectives
- Analyzes business performance, develops insights and translates into strategies to drive sales and inventory productivity
- Leads team through monthly forecasting cycle
- Monitor inventory pipeline, anticipate and proactively communicate issues, and develop mitigation plans for any pipeline gaps
- Drive inventory and replenishment strategies to support assigned categories including resets, promotions, events, seasonal /entry and exit, etc.
- Subject matter expert in planning / replenishment systems and thus utilize system capabilities to drive inventory to right location in the right quantity to support sales while ensuring target in-stock levels are achieved
- Translates corporate and division goals/objectives into planning and replenishment strategies
- Lead replenishment team to ensure proper execution of inventory plans while ensuring desired instock levels are achieved.
- Hires, retains and accelerates talent within the organization
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree is required or equivalent combination of education and related experience
- 5+ years experience in demand, merchandise planning, replenishment or a related field
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong analytical skills
- Self-driven and highly motivated
- Approaches problems with curiosity and is solution oriented
- Strong communication skills, both written and oral
- Capability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work effectively within a team and build positive relationships cross-functionally
**About Lowe's**
Lowe's is a FORTUNE® 100 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week in the United States. With total fiscal year 2024 sales of more than $83 billion, Lowe's operates over 1,700 home improvement stores and employs approximately 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com .
_Lowe's is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law._
Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. For information regarding our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit

**Your Impact**
The Manager, Inventory Planning & Replenishment is responsible for both the planning and execution of inventory for a group of product categories. Develops and leads a team of Replenishment Specialist and Planning Analysts to ensure that planning and replenishment strategies are aligned. Responsible for delivering desired in-stock levels while hitting financial objectives. The Inventory Planning Manager sets the strategic goals for their team and holds their team accountable to delivering against those goals. Partners cross functionally with merchants, vendors, transportation and distribution to ensure inventory strategies and objectives are met.
**Key Responsibilities:**
- Responsible for leading and developing a team that implement and maintain item/location level inventory plans for a group of product categories that support financial objectives
- Analyzes business performance, develops insights and translates into strategies to drive sales and inventory productivity
- Leads team through monthly forecasting cycle
- Monitor inventory pipeline, anticipate and proactively communicate issues, and develop mitigation plans for any pipeline gaps
- Drive inventory and replenishment strategies to support assigned categories including resets, promotions, events, seasonal /entry and exit, etc.
- Subject matter expert in planning / replenishment systems and thus utilize system capabilities to drive inventory to right location in the right quantity to support sales while ensuring target in-stock levels are achieved
- Translates corporate and division goals/objectives into planning and replenishment strategies
- Lead replenishment team to ensure proper execution of inventory plans while ensuring desired in stock levels are achieved.
- Hires, retains and accelerates talent within the organization
**Required Qualifications:**
- Bachelors Degree is required or equivalent combination of education and related experience
- 5+ years experience in demand, merchandise planning, replenishment or a related field
**About Lowe's**
Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 100 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week in the United States. With total fiscal year 2024 sales of more than $83 billion, Lowe's operates over 1,700 home improvement stores and employs approximately 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com.
_Lowe's is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law._
Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. For information regarding our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit

At Nespresso, we place people and specialty coffee at the heart of what we do. As part of our team, you'll be empowered to inspire, care, act, and innovate to reach your full potential and reimagine what coffee can be. As a certified B Corporation, we're committed to driving our triple bottom line - People, Profit, and Planet - by delivering an exceptional coffee experience that elevates our community, suppliers, farmers, and each other, channeling our growth-minded spirit to set new standards in global coffee culture. Quality, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion are core to who we are and critical to our vision of driving positive change. Throughout our factories, boutiques, and office locations, Nespresso careers are brimming with best-in-class opportunities for your development and growth. Join us!
**Position Summary:**
As a Senior Inventory Planning Specialist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that goods are readily available to meet customer demand through effective inventory management across our distribution center network. Your focus will be on maintaining the highest levels of freshness while minimizing costs. In this position, you will be responsible for managing transfer and inbound prioritization flows, analyzing statistical data, and generating supply pipeline reports. You will support the Demand and Supply Planning (DSP) team by conducting inventory spread assessments and implementing mitigation strategies. Additionally, you will propose and execute solutions to enhance accuracy and effectively communicate changes and inventory estimates to management.This role offers the opportunity for cross-collaboration with both internal teams and external partners, making it an exciting chance to contribute to our supply chain success. Join us in making a meaningful impact!
**Key Responsibilities:**
Deliver Operational Excellence and Increase Product Availability:
+ Develop forecasts to align inventory with future product demands based on analytical, marketing, and sales data.
+ Communicate weekly stock alerts (low stock and stock-out situations) to local departments.
+ Control and analyze defined KPIs for operational processes.
+ Manage operational issues with suppliers.
+ Monitor and analyze stock cover levels in the MDCs and FDCs, identifying areas for improvement and proposing appropriate measures.
+ Collaborate closely with local departments on events (limited editions, new product launches, product discontinuations, promotions, or special events), making necessary adjustments to the distribution center's supply portfolio and stock levels.
Inventory Management:
+ Balance the need for product availability with the goal of minimizing inventory costs to ensure optimal stock levels of the right materials in the right locations.
+ Collaborate with the Demand and Supply Planning (DSP) team in developing assortment plans.
+ Review stock levels across the entire network of distribution centers to proactively identify solutions for any deviations.
+ Identify key issues related to volume variance that may impact supply and communicate these to planners by challenging existing logistics and supply planning processes.
+ Monitor the evolution of requirements.
+ Track all low stock, end-of-life, and limited edition SKUs in the network, ensuring that all low stock SKUs are available to meet customer demands while mitigating risks associated with bad goods.
Develop a Continuous Excellence Mindset Across the Function:
+ Provide relevant predefined input for all key meetings (e.g., Monthly Forecast Review, weekly and monthly operational meetings).
+ Control and analyze defined KPIs for operational processes.
+ Maintain a knowledge base of the constraints influencing inter-market supply operations.
+ Develop ad-hoc reports to facilitate further analysis.
Project Management & Analytical Reporting:
+ Lead, develop action plans, and organize the conclusion of delegated projects.
+ Develop and monitor KPIs related to transfers, stock cover reports, and expiry risk.
+ Collaborate with Demand Planning and Supply Planning teams to assist in the development of demand forecasts.
+ Define, analyze, and evaluate existing business functions and processes, making recommendations to management for process improvements.
+ Control budget costs related to the distribution of goods between main distribution and forwarding distribution, influencing planners to adjust production and dispatch plans for optimal spread and cost reduction.
+ Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations.
Distribution Center Efficiency Continuity:
+ Ensure the implementation of operational procedures in supply chain-related areas, with a focus on interconnection with demand planning and supply planning.
+ Control and analyze defined KPIs for boutique stock control and related operational processes.
+ Support the opening of new boutiques and the phase-in/phase-out of products in all supply chain matters.
+ Assist in implementing new services for consumers from the perspective of Nespresso's boutiques.
+ Create and adapt all supply chain processes and procedures in partnership with the logistics operator to ensure high levels of customer service.
**Experience & Education Requirements** **:**
+ Education:
+ Bachelor's degree required in Supply Chain, Finance, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent work experience will also be considered.
+ Experience:
+ 5+ years of professional experience in Supply Chain is required, preferably in a Planner role.
+ Experience in inventory management and forecasting is essential.
+ Familiarity with ERP and SAP systems is preferred.
+ Experience in a retail or manufacturing environment is advantageous.
+ Experience with production planning and MRP is preferred.
+ Technical Skills:
+ Advanced Excel skills are required; proficiency in Cognos or SQL is preferred.
+ Strong technical proficiency in Power BI.
+ Strong analytical and statistical skills.
+ Communication Skills:
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills are necessary.
+ Personal Attributes:
+ Strong influencing abilities.
+ Highly organized and detail-oriented.
+ Excellent collaborative skills with a team player mentality.
+ Innovative thinker and self-starter.
+ Strong problem-solving capabilities.
+ High sense of urgency and ability to work effectively under pressure.
+ Exceptional analytical abilities.
The approximate pay range for this position is $105K to $120K. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location.
Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at About Us | Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com) ( ID: 77046655
It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.
To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.
Nestlé Nespresso USA is an equal employment opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1- .
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