Planner, Supply Chain

Brentwood, NY (On-site)

Title: Supply Chain Planner FLSA: Non-Exempt Reports To:    Supply Chain Manager Position Summary: Analyze supply and demand data for SKUs to determine a purchasing plan; Analyzing sales forecasts and evaluating inventory parameters to accurately determine what to order and when; Planning, directing, and coordinating all purchasing activities to ensure timely delivery; Negotiating best pricing and lead times with suppliers; Build and maintain positive relationships with suppliers. Demand Planning: * Review and analyze forecast related alerts (i.e., under orover forecasted,forecast error, unusual sales, forecast vs model, forecast vs actuals, etc.) and make necessary adjustments to reduce error. * Work closely with Salestoacquiretop customer forecasts and expected demand projections to align our operational forecast accordingly.  * Work closely withProduct and Market Managerstodeterminethe trajectory ofnew itemsand expectedcustomer needs.  * Review anddeterminestatistical forecasting algorithms to best fit SKUs based on demand patterns and life cycles. Supply Planning / Inventory Management: * Analyze and set inventory parameters based on changes in demand and life cycle of SKUs. * Reviewexpedites, delays,cancellationsand critical understockalertstoevaluate inventory levels andtake actiononincomingPO’s. * Review order recommendations daily and adjust and/or generate orders as needed tomaintainproper weeks of supply. * Proactively provide top suppliers with comprehensive forecasts reflecting our planned future orders. * Proactively negotiate pricing, lead times, and MOQs with suppliers based on forecasted order volumes. * Review quote opportunities from the Sales team and provide bestpossible vendorcosts. * Inform Sales/Product Developmentif there are any changes to vendor costs. * Processchangenotification requests in response tosupplieritem discontinuations or product changes. * Collaborate with Buyers to monitor, review and track open orders to ensure timely delivery as needed. Education/Technical Certifications: * Bachelor’s Degree  * APICS CPIM  Experience: * A minimum of 2 years of experience in Purchasing, DemandPlanningor Supply Chain Management. * Proficient in MS Excel, Teams, Outlook. * Excellent communication and organizational skills. * High attention to detail.  * Ability to adapt to changes in scheduling, tasks, and priorities.  * Ability to work independently and as part of a team.  * Excellent written& verbalcommunication skills. * Ability to use sound judgment, self-motivatedandpro-active. * Ability to gather & analyze data and to work withfiguresa must. Ability to multi-task.