Distribution Center Planner

About the role

This is a hands-on, fast-paced position that supports the development and maintenance of the outbound shipping schedule, wave planning, expediting high-priority orders, and facilitating communication with customer service teams located outside the distribution center. Works closely with the master planner and reports directly to the Transportation Planning Manager.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning team and assist with communication between transportation, operations, and customer service
• Prepare the outbound truckload shipping schedule for the following work day
• Monitor on-time pickup performance of carriers and report issues to management
• Work with the DC Operations team to help ensure orders are processed on time to meet the shipping schedule
• Assist the DC Operations team in gathering information to estimate labor requirements for the shipping schedule
• Coordinate with Customer Service, Operations, and transportation providers to help expedite high-priority orders as needed
• Participate in process improvement activities as directed
• Develop working knowledge of the Transportation Management System and Distribution Management System (DM Plus)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Business, Engineering, or 2-3 years of progressive distribution planning related experience
• Minimum of 2 years progressive experience in planning and scheduling (distribution experience preferred, manufacturing experience acceptable)
• Six Sigma experience a plus
• APICS certification a plus
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong software skills
• Excellent communication skills

Pay & benefits

• Salary range: $41,200.00 – $66,400.00 annually (varies based on factors including job level, geographic location, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and experience)
• Medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance
• 401(k) and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid time off and tuition reimbursement
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs

What you'll get

• Grow: Be part of a global company with 20+ brands to develop your skills along multiple career paths
• Learn: Access to a wealth of learning resources, including a digital learning portal
• Belong: An awesome place to work with mutual respect and appreciation for diverse perspectives and experiences
• Give Back: Opportunities for volunteerism, giving back, and sustainable business practices locally and globally