Planning Analyst

Role overview

Duties and responsibilities

• Manage imported-product inventory levels to meet budget requirements and customer service levels.
• Assist with strategic long- and short-range plans, forecasting, and process improvement.
• Develop purchasing and inventory plans and apply constraints to meet capacity and financial objectives.
• Expedite and monitor production orders through the supply chain; issue purchasing requisitions for assigned categories.
• Follow up on shortage reports, provide in-stock arrival dates, and authorize inventory rehandles as needed.
• Track critical vendor shipments for projections using weekly PPRs when applicable; manage imported product development and design follow-up.
• Maintain and handle confidential data and assigned goods, tools, equipment, and software.
• Conduct studies, prepare reports, and advise on feasibility, cost effectiveness, and regulatory conformance.

Required experience and education

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalent education and/or experience.
• Two to four years of relevant experience, or equivalent education and/or experience.
• Strong knowledge of technical, process, and business principles and industry practices and standards.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills; ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
• High integrity and discretion when handling sensitive and confidential data.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products.

Workplace

• Employees must report to the Dallas office four days per week; the posting states this schedule is not negotiable.

Employment and relocation notes

• The employer states that it does not provide current or future sponsorship assistance or relocation assistance.
• Candidates are expected to relocate at their own expense within three weeks of accepting an offer.