Supply Planner - Jobs in Cambridge, ON

Job Description

About UsFocused on leading the transition to a sustainable future, Glen Dimplex Americas is enhancing the moments that matter in life with a commitment to delivering the best design and efficiency in the areas of temperature control and comfort creation. With operation throughout North America the success of the Glen Dimplex Americas organization is a testament to the strength of our people and investment in innovation and technology.Our portfolio of industry recognized brands includes Dimplex, Cadet and Faber. Together these brands provide complete product offerings in the residential and commercial comfort categories, ranging from electric heaters, to fireplaces and controls.Glen Dimplex Americas is a division of the Glen Dimplex Group - the worlds largest manufacturer of electrical heating, which holds significant global market positions in domestic appliances, heating, cooling, ventilation, and renewable energy solutions. Headquartered in Dublin, Ireland the Glen Dimplex Group privately owns over 40 brands with operations in 80 countries.Our ValuesWe Think Customer – we aim to put our customers at the center of everything we do, taking time to understand their needs; creating solutions that meet and exceed their expectations, enhancing everyday momentsWe Care About People – we recognize the power of a community with a common purpose; empathizing with others’ point of view and acting with integrity to create a safe and healthy environmentWe Value Innovation – we are building a better future day by day; developing innovations that will create quality, consumer-centric, sustainable solutionsWe Keep it Simple – we make the complex simple by driving out inefficiencies; which enables us to be agile, responsive and to get the job doneThe OpportunityThe Supply Planner is the primary subject matter expert regarding finished goods inventory management for Glen Dimplex Americas and is a key member of the Supply Chain team that is responsible for ensuring we have the right products, at the right place, at the right time to meet our customers’ needs.To be successful in the role, the Supply Planner must possess strong analytical skills, business acumen and interpersonal skills that allows them to build and maintain relationships with both our internal customers as well as our external suppliers, both domestic and overseas.In this role you will:

• Efficiently manage the inventory and inventory replenishment of finished goods into and between the various distribution locations that Glen Dimplex Americas operates
• Develop and assist in the purchasing requirements (supply) of finished goods to support the monthly IBP cycle
• Develop, maintain, and optimize the 12-month purchasing and on hand inventory forecasts
• Create and maintain Purchase Orders for finished goods to external suppliers that meet the needs of our supply chain while still working within the boundaries of our supplier agreements
• Ensure that direct import orders (FOB Production Facility) are executed with precision
• Execute the Distribution Requirement Planning (DRP) process to ensure inventory is efficiently balanced between Dimplex’s DC’s
• When necessary, work with external suppliers to prioritize and/or expedite purchases orders
• Develop and maintain weekly shortage reporting with a focus on root cause analysis (stock outs) and process improvement for reduced occurrences
• Purchase order maintenance regarding finished goods purchased and delivery dates accuracy
• Ensure the inventory management system (SAP) is maintained and the master data is reliable and up to date
• Actively participate in the seasonal planning cycle, which includes supplier capacity planning and analysis and when necessary, communicate any potential issues that would impact supply with the internal stakeholders
• Contribute to the excess and obsolescence process by identifying slow moving inventory and working with internal stakeholders to develop strategies to move this inventory
• Develop strong relationships with internal stakeholders as well as external suppliers, both domestic and overseas
• If the need arises, be available to lead or participate in conference calls with suppliers that may need to occur outside of our normal business hours
• Actively participate in the company’s continuous improvement initiatives

What You Need

• 2 to 5 years of experience in a Production or Inventory Planning environment, preferably within the CPG field
• Post-secondary education in Business, Supply Chai,n or Materials/Operations Management is preferred
• Experience analyzing large amounts of information/data and developing fact-based conclusions
• Able to solve problems using various analytical tools, including root cause analysis
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Demonstrated sense of energy/urgency and ability to learn on the fly
• Ability to work cross functionally with all levels of the organization
• Proactive, organized and detail oriented with the ability to work independently
• High level excel skills are required for this role.
• Experience working with overseas/international suppliers (i.e., China, Vietnam, and Mexico) would be an asset
• Strong knowledge and experiencing working in an MRP environment
• Knowledge of IBP (supply pillar) would be an asset
• Knowledge of SAP Business Objects would be an asset

What We OfferCore Total Rewards

• Fully funded Group Benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, dependent life, AD&D, short term disability, & long term disability)
• Group RRSP with 100% Employer Match up to 4%
• Portable Benefits, Consult +, and Telus Pharmacy Group
• 3 Weeks Vacation Immediately
• Employee Assistance Program
• Workplace Wellness Program
• Support of professional memberships/certifications

Additional Rewards

• Educational Reimbursement Program
• Smart casual dress atmosphere
• Summer Fridays
• Employee Service & Recognition Awards
• Referral Bonus Program
• A unique opportunity to be a key player in a growing global organization
• An innovative fast-paced culture focused on people

How to ApplyOur team members include people like you: enthusiastic, innovative, motivated and creative. If you are interested in joining our team or learning more about this opportunity, please apply now. Glen Dimplex Americas offers a competitive total rewards package, and we are continually striving to attract and retain the best talent available, building ongoing success for both our organization and our employees!Glen Dimplex Americas is committed to fair and accessible employment practices.We thank all applicants for their interest in Glen Dimplex Americas, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Quick Apply

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