HYBRID ROLE BASED OUT OF OUR NORCROSS OFFICE
Job Purpose:
The Supply Planning team plays a key role in providing exceptional service to our customers while optimizing investments in working capital and managing total cost.
Our Supply Planning Manager will play a crucial role in ensuring efficient inventory management and supply planning to drive business growth. This position is responsible for leading and developing a team of Supply Planners and Supply Coordinators utilizing supply chain management principles and core competencies. The individual will foster a collaborative and continuous improvement environment while effectively working to develop key relationships with functional counterparts.
Job Responsibilities:
● Manage supply planning and execution of inventory strategy for a high volume and complex set of items, categories, and suppliers.
● Manage and mentor a team of supply planning professionals providing clear direction and performance feedback to ensure the team's success and development.
● Execute process improvement opportunities.
● Develop and monitor forward-looking outlook on supply forecast and team purchasing spend for respective segment/categories.
● Monitor and analyze supply chain KPI metrics, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions to enhance efficiency, reduce costs and improve customer service.
● Own Inventory Targets (DIOH/$) necessary to meet customer service and cash conversion cycle goals.
● Collaborate with category management teams to manage supplier relationships, support supplier performance management (LOTC, Lead Times, etc.), develop content and lead Supply Review S&OP meeting with key vendors.
Additional Responsibilities & Qualifications:
● Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and able to identify and resolve complex business problems through data driven decision making.
● Proactive approach to implementing process enhancements.
● Strong knowledge of supply chain management, supply chain optimization, hub-spoke strategy, forecasting and analysis with understanding of inventory management best practices.
Work Experience:
● 1-3 years of related experience of successful supervisory/management experience required to motivate and develop direct reports, as well as size up new talent.● 5-10 years of related job experience.● Ability to manage multiple projects, work under pressure, and adapt to sudden changes in the work environment.● Ability to work quickly and efficiently.● Excellent verbal, written, people, and diplomacy skills are required.● Experienced in providing leadership to others regarding work related systems, processes, and challenges.● Experience of interpreting strategy and policy in order to set and deliver objectives.● Experience of planning, managing and organizing resources within short/medium timescales within the overall policy framework.● Experience with Oracle Fusion Cloud Replenishment Planning preferred.● Must possess a thorough understanding of the distribution business.● Proficiency in supply chain management software and ERP systems.● Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.● Strong planning and organization skills are required.
Education:
● Bachelor's Degree Preferred
What We Offer
● Engaging and inclusive culture with employee lead Employee Resource Groups, Veritiv Cultural Alliance, recognition platform, etc.
● Extensive training opportunities, professional development programs, career pathing, and mentorship opportunities.
● Collaborative atmosphere with our customers and suppliers to create healthier, safer and more sustainable communities through our responsible operations and innovative solutions.
● Healthcare benefits and 401k with match start date of hire, paid time off and parental bonding time, tuition reimbursement, annual Profit-Sharing Program and much more! Learn more here.
Veritiv Corporation, headquartered in Atlanta, Veritiv is a leading provider of design-to-delivery packaging, print, and facility solutions. With a diverse team and global reach, we’re helping businesses cut costs, reduce waste, and improve efficiencies that make doing business easier. For more information, visit www.veritiv.com and connect with the Company on LinkedIn.
What We Do
Who we are
Guardian makes a difference in the lives of people when they need us most. With over 160 years of stability and fiscal integrity, we are a trusted resource to generations of families and business owners, inspiring well-being and helping build financial confidence.
Today, we stand behind 29 million consumers, helping them prepare and plan for a bright future for themselves and their families. We help business owners care for their employees. And we help people recover and thrive in times of unexpected loss.
As a modern mutual insurance company, we believe in driving value beyond dividends. We invest in our colleagues and are building a progressive, innovative and inclusive culture. We uplift individuals and communities through thoughtful social and environmental programs.
What we stand for
In 1860, a community of immigrants joined together to insure and protect their businesses and families. They were guided by powerful ideals that we’ve continued to stand behind and evolved throughout the years: we do the right thing, we believe people count, we courageously shape the future together, and we go above and beyond for the people we serve.
Guardian employees embrace and live by these values every day. They remind us to put people at the heart of all we do so that we can help protect what matters most to you. Want to help bring these values to life? Join us for a rewarding career and the opportunity to shape the future.
Disclosures:
Financial information concerning Guardian as of December 31, 2022, on a statutory basis: Admitted assets = $76.0 billion; liabilities = $67.2 billion (including $55.0 billion of reserves); and surplus = $8.8 billion. Dividends are not guaranteed. They are declared annually by Guardian’s Board of Directors.
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