inventory Planning Analyst

inventory Planning AnalystDescription: One of Volt Services Group's highly respected client's is currently seeking a full time direct hire Inventory Planning Analyst, this position will be responsible for the maintenance and improvement of inventory planning for the company's regional distribution network servicing end customers and in-network replenishment. - Primarily responsible for maintenance of the inventory planning system. This system applies our inventory strategies (both service and order) to the forecasts across multiple locations. - Responsible for working with supply chain partners to develop strategies that allow the company to meet aggressive customer service and inventory performance targets. - Reviews and analyzes planning data to prepare reports for management review. - Serves as a liaison with Category Manager, Purchasing, Customer Service, Market Planning, DC Planning, and the zone Inventory Analysts. - Performs ad-hoc analyses as needed. - Meets regularly with supply chain partners to discuss the impact new product introductions, promotions, and seasonal planning will have on inventory within the Network. - International sourcing experience a plus.- Regularly review outcome of current policy to measure the customer facing and economic impact of protocol with the intent to drive a living process, able to move with company strategy and customer need. - Identifies and recommends enhancements to supply chain systems to improve utilization of inventory. - Proficient using Logility, or similar Forecasting/Planning tools. Requirements: Education - Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Statistics or related field. MBA a plus.- Experience - 2 to 4 years experience in analysis with an emphasis in forecasting/planning. - Ability to find creative solutions to problems and drive improvement. - Certification in American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS) and/or Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) a plus. - Understanding of key financial and customer service ratios. - Working knowledge of Logility, SAP Supply Chain Suite, or similar tools (particularly Advance Planning & Optimization a plus). - Proficiency in Access, Excel, and Word. Proficiency in Logility highly preferred.- Requires knowledge of downloading and uploading information via mainframe and PC sysLocation: West Chester, PA Type: DIRECT Duration: 0 - 30 Days Pay Rate: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 Annual DOE Contact: Volt Services GroupVolt Workforce Solutions436 7th Avenue, Ste. 228Pittsburgh, PA 15219PH: 412/434-7675FX: 412/434-7676  Connecting talented people and respected companies. APPLY NOW Job Information Reference ID: 300221-5818-19-227013 Company: Volt Workforce Solutions Location: West Chester, PA 19380 Status: Employee Salary: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 Annual DOE Job Category: Logistics/Transportation Contact Information Company: Volt Workforce Solutions Address: 436 7th Avenue, Ste. 228Pittsburgh,PA 15219 Email: Apply by Email Phone: 412/434-7675 Fax: 412/434-7676