Supply Planner
Who we are:
Atkore is forging a future where our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders, and communities are building better together – a future focused on serving the customer and powering and protecting the world.
With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions.
Who we are looking for:
Atkore, a recipient of a Great Place to Work© certification and a Top Workplaces USA award, is searching for a Supply Planner for our PVC Pipe & Conduit Strategic Business Unit to be located at our Harvey, IL facility. Reporting to the Manager - Supply Planning, this person will be responsible for managing and/or supporting finished good levels within our network of stocking locations. Additionally, the individual will drive and support continuous improvement efforts and organizational excellence. Additionally, this role works cross functional with Sales and Operations to ensure that the supply planning processes are executed to meet customer needs while cost/service tradeoffs options are considered to drive continual business improvement and control. Experience in lean manufacturing or business system-based company is preferred.
What you’ll do:
- Manage finished goods' (mix of manufactured and purchased) transfer orders and inventory at internal (Distribution Centers and manufacturing facilities) and external (agent) stocking locations
- Optimize finished goods’ inventory levels and availability to effectively service customer demand while minimizing transportation costs; communicate availability and other supply info to internal stakeholders
- Track, report, and analyze performance results to Key Performance Indicators (KPIs); investigate root cause and action shortfalls
- Identify and manage excess & obsolete product
- Work cross functionally to achieve organizational results and drive continuous improvement in processes and tools
What you’ll bring:
- Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, or other relevant field; or 4-8 years' relevant working experience, as an equivalency
- 1-3 years' supply or inventory planning experience (with degree); 4-8 years' (without)
- Established ability to work with, and create Excel/Database files (i.e. formulas, pivot tables and troubleshooting); experience manipulating SQL queries and using ERP and/or MRP systems, preferred
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Capacity to perform at a high level in a fast-paced working environment
- Ability to work under minimal supervision, plan workload, and establish priorities
- Ability to communicate effectively and comfortably with all levels of the organization, both written and verbal
- Demonstrate Atkore Core Values - Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect, Excellence
- Must possess a positive attitude, be a team player, and have a strong work ethic
Within 3 months, you’ll:
- Complete your Atkore immersion program: includes learning our culture, values, strategic initiatives, and systems. You will also meet with team members and internal stakeholders with the goal of learning and building connections.
- Understand your role within the organization, processes and tools
- Use your inquisitive mind to learn the “whys” associated with current practices
- Spend time training with SMEs, as well as self-directed learning
Within 6 months, you’ll:
- Deepen understanding of processes and tools
- Work towards established performance and development goals
- Identify opportunities for improvement
Within 12 months, you’ll:
- Fully own your processes and tools
- Troubleshoot issues and work towards effective and efficient resolution; fully support stakeholders as needed
- Drive results and achieve established goals
- Action improvements
Atkore is a four-time Great Place to Work© certified company and a two-time Top Workplaces USA award winner! We’re committed to creating an engaged, aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results and stays focused on being standout leaders. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors consistent with our core values.
Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!
Plainfield, Illinois
Full Time, Contractor