Supply Chain & Planning Manager

About the Company

Halex/Scott Fetzer Company, part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—focuses on impactful work, leadership at every level, and a culture of empowerment. We provide diverse learning and working opportunities to make a positive global impact.

Responsibilities

• Research and understand Halex products and various packaging options by item part number.
• Determine, suggest, and implement changes to inventory, packing structure, and layout to increase throughput and efficiency.
• Develop a method to cross-reference item part numbers to create flexibility in fulfilling various packaging options.
• Standardize item part numbers and cross-references in ERP.
• Monitor and manage MRP to ensure accurate signals for recommended orders and stockouts.
• Ensure ERP is updated and accurate in sour-related fields.
• Create and distribute Quarterly Forecast for the top 80% of Halex Suppliers.
• Proactively monitor and escalate supplier delivery issues in biweekly conference calls or as needed.
• Provide alternative solutions to minimize customer stockouts.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels at outside warehouses to meet customer demand and desired inventory turns.
• Monitor actual versus forecasted demand to identify changes needed for SKU-level material forecasts.
• Create purchase orders for domestic and international vendors.
• Update vendor pricing as needed.
• Monitor and reduce E&O inventory.
• Develop a weekly production schedule in the absence of the Material Planner.
• Produce monthly reports on inventory levels, lost sales, and inventory accuracy.
• Support the Global Supply Chain Manager in sourcing activities, including supplier identification and negotiation.
• Support and optimize inbound logistics and customs-related topics.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent knowledge and work experience.
• Minimum of 5–8 years of supply chain experience in:
  • Inventory Management, with a concentration in cycle counting and target inventory levels.
  • Forecasting in a high-volume, SKU-intensive environment.
• Able to work with little oversight.
• Attention to detail.
• Independent thinker, both proactive and intuitive.
• Demonstrates the capacity to adapt and relate to all types of people.
• Strong organization, comprehension, retention, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time management and efficiency skills.
• Analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Computer proficiency (Windows, MS Office, manufacturing software systems, inventory systems, Warehouse Management Systems).
• Exceptional work habits, drive, energy, and passion for the job that inspires others.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to creating a culture that understands and practices legal and ethical business principles with complete integrity.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted by applicable law.