Import Planner - Logistics

Company: Anonymous Employer
Location: Plano
Posted on: January 25, 2023

Job Description:

Key responsibilities and activitiesOperational:

• Analyze all inventory on the water, at port, in warehouses and in transit: in conjunction with customer demand for all sheet import customers.
• Develop a dynamic model and plan to direct where inventory should be staged and identify any inventory issues (warehouse space constraints, pipeline concerns, transit time variability, etc.).
• Enter STOs and support with Batch picking in SAP to ensure timely and accurate Goods Issues and Goods Receipts in SAP.
• Work closely with the Import Executioner(s) to ensure that the plan aligns with trucking and rail capabilities.
• Work closely with Sales, Customer Service and Supply Chain to understand and help develop ordering strategies that support the businesses objectives.
• Optimize plans to ensure continuity of customers supply, while reducing cost intensive inefficiencies.
• Any other duties as required by Management.Education and Experience
  • Bachelors degree preferred.
  • Experience working in and/or with logistics function.
  • Work experience in the same field is preferred.Language & Computer Literacy
    • English language ability required.
    • Advanced Computer literacy and Microsoft office (especially excel).
    • Working knowledge in SAP system.Skills
      • Good communication, interpersonal, analytical, presentation skills is essential
      • Dynamic and proactive in nature and willing to work in extended hours and under pressure
      • Strong verbal and written communication skills, English proficient, additional Arabic and/or French would be preferred
      • Good in sales forecasting and market analysis
      • Good Organizational & Administrative skillsCompetencies
        • Building Trust
        • Quality Driven
        • Continuous Learning and DevelopmentYou should be proficient in:
          • Commodity Purchasing Experience
          • Sourcing and Procurement Experience
          • International Sourcing Experience
          • Onshoring Strategy and Process Experience
          • Supplier Negotiation Experience
          • ITAR Registration Experience
          • ISO 14001 Certification Experience

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