Supply Planner

About the role

The Supply Planner at EquipmentShare is responsible for solving various problems that may arise, including changes in customer demands and service levels, frequent analysis based on what-if scenarios, seasonal and regional changes in demand, and coordinating with vendors to improve the supply chain process. Key performance indicators include optimizing inventory levels across multiple distribution centers to support regional demand.

Responsibilities

• Support organizational goals to assure on-time delivery of product to support fleet uptime.
• Place Purchase Orders (POs) with vendors, reconcile confirmations, track deliveries, troubleshoot exceptions, and report out on open PO lines.
• Analyze regional forecast data to optimize inventory mix stocked at each Distribution Center, and push/pull the delivery schedule as needed to support inventory goals.
• Provide analytical and direct support to Demand Planners.
• Work cross-functionally to identify opportunities for inventory reduction.
• Report and regularly communicate with leadership about potential delivery obstacles including backorder status, shipping delays, etc.
• Assist in risk assessment and mitigation activities related to product supply and shipping.
• Aid in quantifying and defining scope for capacity, resource, logistics, and supply chain planning.
• Build strong working relationships with branches, vendors, and peers.
• Coordinate with Demand Planners to support Supply and Operations Planning (S&OP) reviews.
• Partner closely with Procurement to ensure company needs for products are met on a timely basis at optimum inventory level, and leverage bulk discounts and favorable shipping terms to decrease COGS where possible.
• Perform other requested tasks and duties beyond specified job description as needed.
• Manage parts/tools/consumables requests, fulfilling orders from Distribution Center (DC) stock or creating direct ship POs as needed, and communicating back to branches/megasites with order confirmations and tracking information.
• Assist branches/megasites in researching vendor direct delivery exceptions by providing backup correspondence and vendor contact information as needed, and copying in Supply Chain Director for escalated resolution and vendor performance data.
• Provide guidance to customers on machine research/part identification, economical after-market options, superseded parts, and alternative for back ordered parts.
• Identify areas of improvement and recommend action plans and potential benefits of recommended change.

  Qualifications

  • Education and Experience: Education and experience in Supply Chain, Operations, or related fields. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field preferred. At least 2+ years of relevant experience.
  • Skills: Strong quantitative skills, ability to analyze SCM problems, excellent organizational skills, proficiency in MS D365 or other ERP/forecasting software, strong technical skills in MS Office/Google Suite, ability to prioritize responsibilities with urgency, and strong communication skills.
  • Physical Requirements: Ability to work independently and cross-functionally, build effective working relationships, prioritize responsibilities, adapt to a changing business environment, and handle prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must have visual and hearing acuity. Lifting restrictions if any must be included here.
  • Other Requirements: Must be able to travel up to 10% of the time, pass a background check, and some roles may require passing a drug test, depending on job responsibilities.

    Why EquipmentShare?

    EquipmentShare is a people-first company powered by cutting-edge technology that transforms the construction industry. We're a team of problem-solvers, go-getters, and builders looking for teammates who take pride in doing meaningful work and want to be part of building something special. We offer competitive compensation, full medical, dental, and vision coverage, generous PTO, paid holidays, a 401(k) with company match, gym membership stipend, wellness programs, company events, food truck nights, 16 hours of paid volunteer time per year, career advancement, leadership training, and professional development opportunities. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.