People Architects is excited to partner with our Kalamazoo County-based client as we recruit for our Supply and Demand Planner. Our client is a dynamic and rapidly growing D2C tech-enabled consumer products company building a global growth platform, acquiring and evolving e-commerce brands into household brands.
Position Overview: The Supply and Demand Planner is responsible for planning, managing, and maintaining
optimal inventory levels to meet sales demand while minimizing costs. This role involves
analyzing inventory data, forecasting demand, and collaborating with various departments to
ensure efficient inventory management.
Responsibilities:
- Monitor and maintain inventory levels to ensure sufficient stock is available to meet sales demand.
Identify and resolve discrepancies between physical counts and inventory records.
- Analyze historical sales data and market trends to forecast future demand.
- Collaborate with sales, marketing, and product development teams to incorporate market insights and promotional activities into demand forecasts.
- Create and manage purchase orders based on inventory needs and demand forecasts.
- Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and products.
- Monitor order status and follow up with suppliers on delayed or incomplete deliveries.
- Implement strategies to optimize inventory levels, reduce excess stock, and minimize stockouts.
- Develop and maintain inventory models and safety stock levels to balance customer service and inventory costs.
- Generate and analyze inventory reports to track key performance indicators
- (KPIs) such as In Stock % and Months of Stock.
- Provide regular reports and insights to management on inventory status and trends.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements in inventory management and implement best practices.
- Participate in cross-functional projects to enhance supply chain efficiency and effectiveness.
- Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies in inventory management.
Qualifications (required and preferred):
- 3-5 years of experience in inventory planning, supply chain management, or a related role.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions.
- Proficiency in inventory management software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and advanced Excel skills.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external suppliers.
- Attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Demonstrated ability to adapt to rapidly changing priorities and manage multiple tasks
- efficiently in a fast-paced work environment, ensuring timely completion of high-quality work
- Ability to work on multiple brands under client Portfolio
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. People Architects and our clients are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Applicants for employment with any of People Architect’s clients will never be asked to provide money (even if reimbursable) as part of the job application or hiring process.
- no external agencies/3rd parties.
