What You Will Do
The Planning Manager is primarily responsible for the planning and execution of the annual facility budget for all non-capital expenditures. This role estimates the projection of volumes for the facility weekly and distributes costs attributed to labor resources, building supplies and miscellaneous expenses. The Planning Manager creates the staffing model for the year and monitors the staffing of contractual, seasonal and regular associates. This individual also supervises a high performing team that analyzes, plans, and ensures that product moves through the facility efficiently and effectively.
What We're Looking For
• Required to work a set schedule that meets the needs of the facility.
• May be asked to work mornings, afternoons, nights, and/or weekends based on the needs of the facility.
• Must work in a distribution/warehouse environment with the physical and environmental aspects typically associated with such environment.
• Minimally must be able to lift 25 pounds without assistance; ability to lift up to 70 pounds.
What You Need To Succeed
Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Transportation, Supply Chain Management, or related field plus 3 years of experience in distribution center operations or related area OR 7 years of experience in distribution center/warehouse operations or related area with increasing responsibilities
• Leadership experience with direct report responsibility
• Experience mentoring and coaching others
• Experience leading others through change
• Proven record for complying with safety requirements
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel, Access
• Experience using a data management system (DMS)
Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Transportation, Supply Chain Management, or related field
• Experience building a culture of safety among subordinates and peers
• Experience creating and managing budgets or forecasting
• Experience using troubleshooting processes to resolve problems
• Project management experience
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 https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits.
