Job Posting for Senior Demand Planner at Blick Art Materials
Your Role...
Coordinate purchasing functions for a set of vendors, both DC replenishment and direct vendor buys to Blick stores. Lead a team of Demand Planners and Purchasing Associates’ daily functions to ensure that deadlines and issues are met in a timely basis.
Responsibilities:
Purchase product into Distribution Centers and Retail locations for set of vendors.
Guide and train team of Demand Planners and Purchasing associates.
Oversee workload of respective team ensuring deadlines are met.
Suggest ideas to develop and implement improvements to processes and procedures.
Coordinate department projects for the team to improve Purchasing operations.
Analyze vendors lead time, fill rate and freight costs, suggesting ideas for improvement.
Communicate and resolve vendor issues.
Implement EDI set up and troubleshoot errors with vendors.
Troubleshoot system issues in CW, MMS or E3.
Manage omnichannel implementation of new product inventory.
Manage inventory needs for marketing promotions.
Travel to stores or vendors as needed.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
4 years of Supply Chain, Forecasting or Business Experience
Leadership or Supervisory Experience
Skill Requirements:
High proficiency in Excel
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Dependable and results oriented.
Experience with Blue Yonder products, specifically MMS and AWR/E3
Benefits Include:
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
401K & Profit Sharing Plan
Incentive Bonus Plans
Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Short-Term/Long-Term Disability
Training Opportunities
Basic & Optional Life Insurance
Employee Discount
Who we are...
Founded in 1911, Blick Art Materials is in its third generation of family ownership, and is the largest and oldest provider of art supplies in the United States.
Our Mission...
At Blick Art Materials, our family owners and dedicated staff support the Visual Art Community by providing the widest selection of art supplies at the lowest prices. With extraordinary service and integrity, we strive to provide artists, educators, students, and our employees with the tools, assistance, and training they need to grow, innovate, and reach their creative potential.
Salary.com Estimation for Senior Demand Planner in Galesburg, IL
$66,147 to $86,892
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