Product Planner

This position will work to maintain the overall Company projected levels in inventory, backorders, fill rate, and supplier relationships while helping aid the Merchandising Teams in maintain established margin rates.

Onsite/hybrid position, local to headquarters in Oshkosh, WI.

• Product forecast evaluation to determine merchandise needs and deliveries.
• Analyze historical data & trend to identify risks and opportunities by category based on sales and planning history and future forecast.
• Proactive backorder resolution and reduction. Maintain accurate information in ERP system.
• Assist in discrepancies that are purchase order related with operations, payables, and logistics.
• Communicate and document supplier performance issues. Work with suppliers to improve performance.
• Purchase Order issuance for domestic, international, and premium vendors.
• Foster teamwork and relationship building within the organization and with the supplier base.
• Actively manage excess and obsolete inventory, working with Buyers, Sourcing and Marketing to drive quick solutions.
• Timely update in ERP system to all Purchase Order changes.
• Provide excellent customer service and alliance to both internal and external partners.
• Drive process improvements using creative, current and sound methods and technologies.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements of the performance of this job. It is NOT to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements.

• College Degree in business and/or related field.
• 2-5 years experience in purchasing, inventory management or product planning.
• Knowledgeable in conceptual forecasting statistics and how to apply them.
• Self driven with ability to make independent decisions, show good judgment, and drive continuous improvement efforts.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and superior organizational skills.
• Strong problem solving skills and proven negotiator.
• High degree of computer literacy including Internet applications and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

• Standing: NONE, Up to 1/3, 1/3 to 2/3, 2/3 or more.
• Walking: NONE, X, Up to 1/3, 1/3 to 2/3, 2/3 or more.
• Sitting: NONE, Up to 1/3, 1/3 to 2/3, X, 2/3 or more.
• Talking or listening: NONE, Up to 1/3, 1/3 to 2/3, X, 2/3 or more.
• Using hands or fingers, handle or feel: NONE, Up to 1/3, 1/3 to 2/3, X, 2/3 or more.
• Climbing or balancing: X, NONE, Up to 1/3, 1/3 to 2/3, 2/3 or more.
• Stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling: X, NONE, Up to 1/3, 1/3 to 2/3, 2/3 or more.
• Reaching with hands and arms: NONE, X, Up to 1/3, 1/3 to 2/3, 2/3 or more.
• Tasting or smelling: X, NONE, Up to 1/3, 1/3 to 2/3, 2/3 or more.
• Weight lifting:
  Up to 10 lbs – NONE, Up to 1/3, 1/3 to 2/3, 2/3 or more;
  Up to 25 lbs – X, NONE, Up to 1/3, 1/3 to 2/3, 2/3 or more;
  Up to 50 lbs – X, NONE, Up to 1/3, 1/3 to 2/3, 2/3 or more;
  Up to 100 lbs – X, NONE, Up to 1/3, 1/3 to 2/3, 2/3 or more;
  More than 100 lbs – X, NONE, Up to 1/3, 1/3 to 2/3, 2/3 or more.
• Vision:
  No special vision requirements.
• Environmental conditions:
  
  Wet, humid (NONE, Up to 1/3, 1/3 to 2/3, 2/3 or more);
  Work near moving mechanical parts (X, NONE, Up to 1/3, 1/3 to 2/3, 2/3 or more);
  Work in high or precarious places (X, NONE, Up to 1/3, 1/3 to 2/3, 2/3 or more);
  Fumes or airborne particles (X, NONE, Up to 1/3, 1/3 to 2/3, 2/3 or more);
  Toxic or caustic chemicals (X, NONE, Up to 1/3, 1/3 to 2/3, 2/3 or more);
  Outdoor weather conditions (X, NONE, Up to 1/3, 1/3 to 2/3, 2/3 or more);
  Colder than normal work temp (X, NONE, Up to 1/3, 1/3 to 2/3, 2/3 or more);
  Warmer than normal work temp (X, NONE, Up to 1/3, 1/3 to 2/3, 2/3 or more);
  Risk of electrical shock (X, NONE, Up to 1/3, 1/3 to 2/3, 2/3 or more);
  Noticeable vibration (X, NONE, Up to 1/3, 1/3 to 2/3, 2/3 or more).
• Noise:
  Very quiet – X;
  Quiet – NONE, Up to 1/3, 1/3 to 2/3;
  Moderate noise – NONE, Up to 1/3, 1/3 to 2/3.