Job Description
TITLE : SUPPLY CHAIN PLANNER
LOCATION: 100 PARK AVENUE FLORHAM PARK NEW JERSEY USA 07932
DURATION : 6 MONTHS CONTRACT
PAY : $26/HR ON W2
Lead regional and global level supply chain optimization and S&OP efforts within the portfolio of products Collaborate across all regions (NAFTA, Europe and Asia) and cross-functionally (Marketing, Supply Chain, etc.) and develop plans to optimize performance globally. Develops and executes production and purchase plans in support of inventory targets, customer service goals and manufacturing efficiencies for imported materials. Meets inventory targets based on the financial cash flow and reliability service objectives of the business group. Recommends and pursues appropriate disposition of returned, damaged, aged and off-spec inventory with marketing or plant personnel as required. Monitors sales forecasts vs. actual sales and inventory levels for deviation from plan initiatives and develops corrective action. Defines and participates in projects targeted to specific opportunities in SCM. Spearhead efforts to further customer relationships by collaborating and optimizing with key customers. Act as the Chemical Intermediates system expert for all Supply Chain systems.
Qualifications
BA/BS degree in Business, Logistics, or related field. MBA and/or Master's degree in Operations or SCM preferred.
Experience in a Chemical industry supply chain environment preferred. Experience with import planning and operations in a Chemical related organization is preferred. Production planning required and global planning preferred. APICS certification or nearing completion of certification? Working knowledge of SAP (or equivalent) system required. APO-DP a plus. Expert level analytical skills, along with a thorough knowledge of current SCM concepts required (Excel expert level with queries, pivot tables, etc.) Experienced in working effectively at corporate levels in and across a functional environment and in a globally managed complex business environment. Demonstrated ability to effectively lead projects and to develop improvement ideas.