VMI Supply Planner

The Supply Planner is responsible to maintain the set inventory targets across all distribution facilities within the US to enable highest possible level of customer satisfaction. This includes but is not limited to creating replenishment orders, communicating changes to demand/supply planning and providing excellent customer service. The individual will be the main point of contact for all supply chain needs of the customer(s) and their business representatives within defined US territories. The successful candidate will have exposure to Inventory/Capacity Planning, Logistics, Forecasting, WMS, Finance and EDI and works closely with his/her peers in Red Bull North America.

SUPPLY MANAGEMENT

Manage SKU/DC inventory levels to within established targets to prevent stock-outs and overstock situations, especially during product transitions (promotional packaging, new items and phase out items)

Timely and accurate entry of replenishment orders for the customer via SAP

Manage stock transfer process between customer ship-to locations

Monitor and adjust min/max inventory levels on an ongoing basis to satisfy days on hand target

Manage customer expansions and new location as liaison between local team/3PL/IT/HQ, collaborate with demand and field leadership on initial-send quantities based on targets, availability, and allocation. Followed by monitoring of loads to ensure no missed shipments.

Coordinate with Supply Planning colleagues on inbound shipments to 3PL provider and support RBNA inventory deployment strategy.

Work directly with Logistics vendor (Geodis) to identify inbounds/outbounds, prioritize receiving, committing inventory, and customer delivery

Partner with Demand Planning and Supply Planning Team to successfully manage product transitions, both end of life and new product introductions for VMI customers

Monitor and report on KPI’s

TRAINING

Work with and support Manager in onboarding new team members through hand-on training, coaching, and reviewing work/results (9-week onboarding)

Act as lead in maintaining a VMI resource library of process documents and training materials

MASTER DATA MANAGEMENT & SYSTEMS SUPPORT

Back-end master data setup that includes Plant/location creation, trouble shooting, SKU maintenance, ticket creation and tracking, order testing

Support the team and customers through working with manager and leading analysis, reporting, and resolution confirmation of systematic issues in planning software and ERP (data incongruencies, SAP job failures)

Managing address changes in system and timing with customers to ensure seamless continuity of deliveries when customers frequently move warehouses

CUSTOMER SERVICE

Act as main point of contact for customers and RBNA leads for all supply chain needs within assigned US territories. Direct more junior team members’ support of territory customers behind the scenes

Communicate with the customer about product stocking levels and seasonal fluctuations to ensure there are no stock outs or out of code risk.

Conduct customer reviews to identify and implement opportunities for continuous improvement

Weekly/Monthly customer reporting (Inventory level, PO report)

Lead weekly CPFR calls with RDOPs to align on midterm goals, transparency of the supply chain, ad-hoc requests, and projects

LOGISTICS / TRANSPORTATION PLANNING

Create replenishment orders in full truckload quantities to minimize transportation costs and optimize truckload utilization.

PO manipulation (deconstructing and rebuilding) minimize LTLs and maximize FTLs

Optimize case pick/cross dock efficiency

Inventory deployment that will strike an optimal balance between supply chain and logistic target

Support project team to increase port-direct shipments

Work with customer(s), Logistics, and vendor/3PL on customer delivery prioritizations

Maintain oversight on customer delivery expedites to ensure the right balance between logistical efficiency and customer DOH

Reconcile order/shipment discrepancies between internal and external systems

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business or related field with undergraduate statistical analysis or engineering focus preferred

3+ years of experience in Supply Chain related roles such as: demand planning, supply planning, or production planning

High caliber of professional interpersonal skills, with excellent analytical, conceptual, and communication skills (both oral and written)

Self-motivated team member who can drive resolution to issues with strong problem-solving skills.

Experience with SAP ERP, SAP APO SNP, SAP IBP; EDI is a plus.

Advanced user in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Visio)

This position is open to U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals who are currently authorized to work in the United States on a valid visa.

The base salary range for this position is $64,080 to $96,120 + cash incentives. Actual salary offers may vary based on work experience. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified.

Our current Benefits include:

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans, 401k Match, Family Leave, PTO & Paid Holiday Schedule, Pet, Legal, and Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement (Benefits listed may vary depending on the nature of your employment and/or work location)

Red Bull North America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other classification protected by Federal, state, or local law. We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.