Senior Analyst - Inventory Planning

SUMMARY

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• May include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Responsible for the development and communication of the inventory plan through the monthly SIOP process
• Oversees inventory management and replenishment process of a multi-echelon distribution network across North America
• Standardizes Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP) parameters and process
• Ensures the ERP data is set up and maintained properly for inventory management and DRP execution
• Executes the replenishment strategy through DRP planners to support the demand plan while achieving the customer service levels required
• Train the team of replenishment analysts responsible for executing daily DRP tasks
• Ensure inventory management processes are in place for DRP planners to execute
• Develops storage capacity tools and process as part of the Resource Requirements Planning (RRP) process
• Forecasts storage capacity requirements, identifies constraints based on the supply and demand plans, and provides recommendations to improve network design
• Defines inventory planning parameters, such as, but not limited to, ABCXYZ classification, Safety Stock, and reorder points
• Enhances, develops and report on KPIs such as Fill Rate, OTIF, Slow Move, Aging, Inventory Turns, IQR, In-line Fill Rate, OSL
• Designs the optimal inventory mix by site to support the demand plan, while achieving the desired customer service levels
• Support the design, implementation and enhancement of the Company’s planning system solution as part of the supply chain digital strategy
• Utilizes change management methodologies to drive organizational change

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related field
• 5+ years of supply chain and inventory management experience
• Demonstrated analytical skills with ability to develop concepts with actionable plan
• Proficient computer skills in MS Excel, Word, Outlook, Power BI
• Proficient with MRP experience required
• ASCM/APICS certification is preferred
• Experience with ERP Systems, with SAP S/4HANA preferred
• Experience with supply chain planning systems such as Kinaxis, Arkieva, is preferred
• Able to multi-task and display a high level of company/team spirit in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Be able to travel to sites as needed (up to 25% travel)
• Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.
• If you are an active Westlake employee (or an employee of any Westlake affiliates), please do not apply here. You will apply via the Jobs Hub application in Workday.

Preferred Qualifications

• ASCM/APICS certification is preferred
• Experience with ERP Systems, with SAP S/4HANA preferred
• Experience with supply chain planning systems such as Kinaxis, Arkieva, is preferred