Supply Chain Planner

About Border Concepts, Inc.Privately held and headquartered in Charlotte, NC, Border Concepts Inc. (BCI) is a top lawn & garden supplier to independent garden centers, wholesale landscape commercial yards and mass merchants throughout the United States. Using advanced analytics capabilities and operational expertise, the Supply Chain Planner will manage the supply of finished goods and help create a more efficient, flexible, and responsive supply chain. The successful candidate will be intellectually curious, able to use advanced statistical analysis, understand and simulate supply chain constraints, a self-starter and able to clearly communicate complex ideas.About the Supply Chain PlannerThe Supply Chain Planner is responsible for managing and optimizing the supply chain process from forecasting and inventory management to supplier coordination and freight. This role ensures that the company maintains optimal stock levels, minimizes costs, and meets customer demand efficiently.Responsibilities:Manage the supply of finished goods sourced from multiple domestic and international vendors by timely and accurate placement of purchase orders in support of demand plan and company initiativesAnalyze and optimize appropriate inventory levels and maintain KPI's to support the businessDevelop strong and trusted partnerships with both Internal and External Customers and actively participate in regular S&OP meetings ensuring a complete understanding of the total supply chain.Support the launch of new products to meet ship dates and limited out of stock situationsTracking of purchase orders, product in transit to meet objectives as well as communication of delaysissuesIdentify and execute action plans to manage E&O inventory, cycle stock and out of stock performanceUnderstanding vendor capacity and capabilities to best manage the flow of productAccurately maintain all relevant master data to drive optimal system performanceAd-hoc reports utilizing ERP and Supplier PortalSuggestimplement continuous improvement processes Requirements:Bachelor's degree with 1-3+ years of experience in a planning or purchasing capacity preferably in a Consumer-Packaged Goods industry or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree.Advanced analytics skills with the ability to interpret results using a variety of techniques and communicate complex ideas effectively.Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills with the ability to exercise sound judgment.Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and ERP system functionality is a plus (NetSuite and DemandCaster preferred)The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position.BORDER CONCEPTS, INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER OF FEMALES, MINORITIES, VETERANS, AND DISABLED  

Created: 2024-10-22