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Who We Are:
Join KGPCo, a Tier 1 woman-owned diversity business and a leading provider of complete, customized, and scalable supply chain and network transformation solutions for the communications industry. We serve a diverse set of customers and partners with the vision of being the go-to partner, enabling our customers to build, optimize, and transform networks that connect the world.
We need top performers to join our team to ensure we drive GREAT customer service. We want stars who are focused on results. We want team members who think “Big KGP.” We want people who get excited when they make positive contributions to the company. We want those who achieve both individual and team results, live and lead our Core Values, and are lifelong learners.
Our Core Values:
- The Customer is Everything
- Relationships Matter. All of Them.
- Question Things. Take Action.
- Work Hard. Work Smart. Enjoy the Experience.
Why KGPCo is a great place to work:
- On-site training offered
- Collaborative culture
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Health insurance, life insurance, company paid long term disability, 401(k) with company match and more
- This is a 3 day in office and 2-day remote work schedule
If you’re interested in learning more, we encourage you to apply.
What You’ll Do:
This position is responsible for activities associated with inventory planning and selection of replenishment methods to meet requirements of the KGP Logistics business plan. This position must meet the service level objectives of strategic customers while maintaining profitable company inventory levels and inventory turns.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following; other duties may be assigned:
- The Planner is responsible for the optimization of KGP physical inventory assets utilizing automated planning software (Logility) in conjunction with the ERP system (Navision and/or D365). The challenge of this position is to increase inventory turn ratio while also meeting customer service levels.
- The Planner is responsible for analyzing and updating supplier lead times as well as working with suppliers to educate them on KGP’s requirements for on time delivery. Utilizing several software and Access databases, the Planner will track and report agreed upon metrics to Management as well as the Supplier.
- The Planner is responsible for working in such databases as, Logility PRD Database, Microsoft Office, SSRS and CRM.
- The Planner is responsible for daily inventory reporting including explanations of increases and decreases.
- Performs other duties as assigned
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Requires High School degree or equivalent. Minimum of seven years work experience in Logistics, Marketing, or Sales. Must have the ability to communicate & negotiate effectively with suppliers. Must be detail-oriented and able to perform detailed data analysis. Must show high initiative and follow-through and be able to identify efficiency opportunities. Must possess sound decision making, multi tasking, problem solving and computer skills.
PROBLEM SOLVING
The Planner is an integral part of a cross-functional business team who manages to a set of joint objectives including inventory turns, overstock, customer service levels, profitability and EVA.
DECISION MAKING
Inventory purchases up to $500,000 in compliance with KGP fiscal policy, supplier contracts, and business practices to support Operations and total company business plan.
KGPCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
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Casual (come as you are, but please be presentable)
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