US - Refinish Planning & Inventory Management Analyst
PPG Industries Inc. - Delaware, Ohio
PPG: We protect and beautify the world.
At PPG, we work every day to develop and deliver the paints, coatings and materials that our customers have trusted for more than 130 years. Through dedication and creativity, we solve our customers’ biggest challenges, collaborating closely to find the right path forward. With headquarters in Pittsburgh, we operate and innovate in more than 70 countries. We serve customers in construction, consumer products, industrial and transportation markets and aftermarkets. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @ PPG on Twitter.
Why join us:
With PPG, you will find meaning in your work every day, and engage in opportunities that will shape you, personally and professionally.
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Your personal strengths will empower you to succeed and make an impact from day one.
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You will be inspired to learn and grow, and to get the support you need to identify and achieve your boldest career aspirations.
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Your passion to excel will be fueled by your connection to world-class partners, industry experts, the best and brightest colleagues, and future forward technologies.
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Your contributions will not only meet the challenges of our global customers, but help theme propel their industries forward.
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You will be welcomed into a culture where everyone’s ideas and contributions are valued and encouraged.
Key Responsibilities
The Planning and Inventory Management Analyst is responsible for monthly SmartOps safety stock calculations and updates, inventory tracking, and SKU lifecycle management. The Planning and inventory Management Analyst will also be responsible for developing an advanced S&OP process and facilitate monthly meetings with Marketing and Finance to support the North American Automotive Refinish business.
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Supports the Refinish business by leveraging industry best practices to enhance service rates through inventory optimization initiatives, accurate product forecasting, and a well-defined replenishment strategy.
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Recommends strategic safety stocking levels and routings for products by comparing their inventory levels, sales trends, and ordering patterns, ensuring that inventory assets are leveraged properly.
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Monitors inventory levels by SKU at the warehouse level to ensure adequate supply and identify risk from excess inventory.
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Adjusts inventory policies as necessary, to keep stock out rates to a minimum.
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Fosters consensus and collaboration between Product Managers and Planning teams.
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Maintains and develops various databases and workbooks to provide information to support job objectives.
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Works closely with the Sales & Marketing teams to develop a working knowledge of their supply chain needs.
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Supports Production Planning & Scheduling function by reviewing MPS planned replenishment for all of the manufacturing plants in Delaware.
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Utilizes regular scheduling routines to identify and manage issues with capacity constraints.
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Identifies and leads efforts to drive continuous improvement efforts in areas related to job function.
Experience and Education
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A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations, Supply Chain or technical field is required.
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APICS certification a plus; commitment to obtain APICS certification is needed in the absence of a current certification.
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Prior Supply Chain experience is preferred.
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Must have the ability to communicate clearly and concisely with SBU leadership regarding supply chain issues, options, and reactions.
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Excellent Microsoft Excel skills required
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Previous Access experience preferred
PPG prides itself on the quality of its employees and as such, candidates who receive a job offer will be required to successfully pass a hair drug/toxins test and a background check.
PPG Industries, Inc. offers an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status. PPG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. You may request a copy of PPG’s affirmative action plan by emailing ppgaap@ppg.com.
To read more about Equal Employment Opportunity please see attached links:
http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf
https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/pdf/EO13665_PrescribedNondiscriminationPostingLanguage_JRFQA508c.pdf
https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf
PPG Industries, Inc. offers an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status. PPG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. You may request a copy of PPG’s affirmative action plan by emailing ppgaap@ppg.com.
To read more about Equal Employment Opportunity please see attached links:
http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf
https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/pdf/EO13665_PrescribedNondiscriminationPostingLanguage_JRFQA508c.pdf
https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf
Posted: 30+ days ago
About PPG Industries Inc.
PPG's vision is to continue to be the world's leading coatings and specialty products company. Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction ma... more
