Inventory Planner
Since 2022, Associated Materials / Alside has been undergoing a transformation to maximize our potential through investments in people, operations, and brands.
If you want to be part of a company where your ideas and input are more than just encouraged-they are valued-this is the place for you.
At Associated Materials / Alside, your contributions will provide an immediate and lasting impact, helping us achieve what is possible.
Position Summary:
The Inventory Planner is responsible for monitoring inventory levels and for ordering and forecasting materials to replenish those inventory levels.
In addition, the Inventory Planner deals with Supply Center Managers and vendors daily, leveraging great organizational and supplier relations skills.
Key Accountabilities:
Establish effective relationships with the operations managers at all Supply Centers assigned to them, and work closely with them to address any materials questions they have
Manage inventory levels by supply center based on stocking plan and monitoring demand on assigned businesses
Use of financial and quantitative information to optimize results and meet financial commitments
Manage integrity of information related to inventory levels (Surplus/Dead/Stocked and Non-Stocked)
Serve and protect all internal and external customer base with Inventory related subjects
Assist in strategic initiatives by partnering with the Sourcing team and/or Product Management to build an optimal Inventory Plan that best serves the business
Place daily orders from multiple Supply Centers (35-40 depending on region)
Ensure we are following budgeted Stocking Plan guidance
Maintain and build Supply Center/ROVP/RSVP relations, these contacts are vital
Report on backorders/late shipments and work with sourcing to resolve any ongoing issues
Work closely with engineering/sourcing/marketing on new product launches, ensuring that all the parts are in place for testing and launch dates
Maintain forecasts and ordering parameters for all assigned product categories
Key Relationships:
Supply Center Operations Managers
Corporate Supply Chain Team
Manufacturing Plant personnel
Transportation
Required Education, Skills & Experience:
Bachelor's degree in a related field
Experience using all Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
)
Communication skills to express ideas and concepts verbally, visually and in writing
Planning and organization to set targets / milestones and follow through on commitments
Familiarity with Vinyl Siding/ Metal/ Roofing and related building products
Experience working within an ERP package
APICS certification (Preferred)
Familiarity With Microsoft IS2/SQL language and query building (Preferred)
Associated Materials is a leader in exterior building products for residential and commercial remodeling and new construction markets.
We produce vinyl windows, vinyl and composite siding and accessories, and metal building products-and distribute other essential building products to ensure customers find everything they need for their exterior.
Headquartered in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, more than 4,000 associates across North America support Associated Materials.
We operate 11 manufacturing facilities and more than 100 Alside and over 20 Gentek supply centers across the United States and Canada.
Through our unique combination of award-winning products, manufacturing and distribution operations, installation solutions, and support services, the opportunities at Associated Materials are endless!
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provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.
We also make reasonable accommodations for disabled employees and applicants, as required by law.
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