Supply Planner

About SKF

SKF has been making the world spin since 1907!

SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer dedicated to a culture of belonging, where our people flourish in an equitable environment that promotes leadership development and career growth. SKF bearings played an integral role in helping Mars Rover collect rock and regolith samples on the planet’s surface.

As an SKF team member, you will join 40,000 colleagues from more than 130 countries developing bearing technology and services that make rotation more reliable and sustainable. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF aims to have net zero greenhouse gas emissions at all our production facilities by 2030.

SKF products keep vehicles rolling, power the machines that put food on your table, and even reach into the cosmos as part of the Mars rover mission. Founded in Sweden in 1907, today SKF is publicly traded on the Nasdaq Stockholm with annual sales in 2020 of approximately $10 billion.

Summary

This position has the responsibility to plan specified products critical to the success of the Inventory Management unit of SKF Vehicle Aftermarket. The position will actively support the actions and improvements defined by the Manager of Supply Chain aimed at achieving the overall target service level and optimal inventory levels.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor product parameters and demand forecasts to generate accurate supply plans and timely order execution utilizing SKF DRP systems for assigned products.
• Meet or exceed aggressive service levels goals and inventory optimization targets by successfully executing inventory replenishment orders and processes for assigned suppliers and product lines.
• Analyze data and processes and recommend optimal solutions to drive improvement to the overall replenishment process and business results.
• Develop, analyze, evaluate, and act upon product management system reports, warnings and requirements in order to maintain the appropriate flow of goods.
• Proactively address supply chain and demand chain issues to enable open communications and quick resolutions between Suppliers, Customer Service, and the Product Management.
• Develop and prepare ad hoc reports to analyze and demonstrate progress of processes and projects as required.
• Provide recommendations for product rationalization to improve mix, turns, and inventory as a percentage to sales.
• Support/Lead cross-functional team activities to resolve product or process issues, develop planning and replenishment improvements, establish new product introductions, and develop effective cost reduction initiatives.
• Maintain and issue purchase orders to both external and internal suppliers
• Launch Packaging orders to our 3rd party Logistics group for the boxing products into a finished goods state.
• Address open inquiries in our SKF OPI (Operational Inquiry) and DMI (Demand Management Inquiry) systems.
• Address any open invoice issues in our SKF Invoice system.
• Perform other duties assigned by the supply chain manager.

Knowledge And Experience Required

• Education:

• Bachelors degree with 2 years of experience or Associate Degree with 5+ years of experience.
• Requirements: experience in AS400, also must have proficient computer skills, including ERP (XA/SAP), Analytics (Power BI or Similar), Microsoft Office applications.
• APICS/ASCM Certification (CPIM/CSCP) is a plus.

• High degree of initiative, energy, and ownership.
• Attention to detail and the discipline to follow through on assigned tasks.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships in a cross-functional environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent skills in verbal and written communications.

• Experience in Supply Planning, Demand Planning, S&OP, Production Planning, AS400.
• Manufacturing and distribution / warehousing experience a plus
• Internal Corporate Working Relationships:

• Logistics – Data Quality, and Transportation Personnel
• Customer Service Representatives
• Sales Management
• Business Management
• Internal Suppliers (SKF factories)

• Product Management
• Warehouse Personnel
• Factory Personnel
• Outside Suppliers

What You’ll Love About SKF

Rest and Relaxation. Enjoy a generous PTO policy and 13 paid holidays.

Work/Life Integration. SKF supports work/life integration, home, family, community, personal well-being, and health. Flexible work options available, depending on role.

Diversity in the Workplace. SKF strives to embed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in everything we do. By developing a culture of belonging, our people can flourish; leading to an inclusive, equitable environment that promotes leadership, engagement and innovation.

Best in Class Benefits. SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. Comprehensive healthcare options to fit your needs and opt out payment. Added benefits include company paid life insurance, STD, LTD. Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, and much more!

Invest in your Future. Participate in our 401K program that boasts a 10% employer contribution: 100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution.

Reports to: Director Demand Chain and Customer Solutions, Vehicle Aftermarket NAM

Location: Blue Bell, PA

Job ID: 20595

SKF provides equal employment [and affirmative action] opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

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