Demand Planner III

***This person will work in one of our four SICK US offices four days a week.

ABOUT SICK:

SICK is one of the world's leading manufacturers of sensors, safety systems and automatic identification products for industrial applications. Whether automating factories or optimizing distribution centers, SICK provides cost-effective solutions. We have been a technology leader for more than 70 years and with more than 50 global subsidiaries, SICK has a presence all over the world. Leveraging a history of innovation, our company has pioneered a long line of industry firsts - such as the first safety light curtain, the first color sensor, and many more.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Our base salary is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The starting base salary range for this position is listed below. Actual starting salary will be based on a variety of factors including experience, skill set, education, performance, license/certifications, business needs, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Starting Base Annual Salary Range:

$83,640 - $126,500

Benefits:

SICK's benefit package has long been recognized and valued because of its comprehensiveness and competitiveness in the market. To help our employees make the most of their overall well-being, we are thrilled to provide an outstanding benefits package! SICK offers 17 PTO days starting, medical insurance, vision insurance, dental insurance, disability/life benefits, 401k retirement plan and more. Click here to view more about our benefits!

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position has primary responsibility for reviewing and implementing local demand plans to maintain the inventory investment at levels that achieve service, quality, and cost objectives for the region.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with various departments with limited supervision to define demand management requirements for the region, including tracking and monitoring usage patterns and developing recommendations for inventory replenishment and stocking levels.
• Using metrics, establish and maintain inventory performance measures on product family levels.
• Continually review customer service levels and supply constraints. Identify adjustments required to balance hub inventory and control systems as needed to meet objectives.
• Maintain Masterfile codes to ensure setup is accurate and effective for proper demand planning and reporting.
• Provide reporting that reflects hub inventory, turn rates, days of supply, obsolescence and associated corrective actions.
• Provide availability and line fill reporting to ensure customer on time shipment objectives are being met.
• Define demand planning KPIs, and work end to end process improvements.
• Working with product management and sales, coordinate demand planning strategies for customer specific programs, opportunity management, new product launch, phase out, and discontinuation. Assuring programs are approved in accordance with proper Delegation of Authority levels.
• Keep management informed on the availability of materials, market conditions, vendor performance and quality control issues that impact overall hub inventory.
• Coordinate supplier returns of unneeded items.
• Review, research and track excess inventory and make recommendations to management for proper reserve requirements, and for disposition.
• Perform Sales and Operations Planning with supported Product Management teams to insure alignment and transparency in the process.
• Provide required Forecasts to stakeholders and supply planning.
• Drive the demand management strategy through the supply chain to ensure service levels are met with the optimum total pipeline inventory, lead time and cost.
• Works with supporting inventory coordinators to ensure plan is being executed.
• Coordinate with supply planning as required for key Finished Goods suppliers
• Lead or provide support on global and local projects as defined by management.
• Carry out other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree
• 5-8 years of business experience, preferably in planning and/or audit work including controlling and forecasting inventory levels

Other Qualifications

• Good communication skills, both written and verbal required.
• Proven attention to detail.
• Experience training others.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Internet applications
• Ability and willingness to work alternative schedules including weekend, and on-call hours as needed
• Legally permitted to work in the United States
• Ability to work in a general office environment

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Ethics and Integrity Personal Growth and Learning, Customer Focus, Personal Accountable, Building Effective Relationships

If you thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment that offers challenges and the opportunity for growth, we're the place for you! SICK, Inc. has several locations throughout domestic US and offers competitive wages and an excellent benefits program. Qualified candidates can apply online by clicking the apply online button. Visit us at www.sickusa.com.

Affirmative Action (AA)/Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/D/V