Downstream Planner/ Supply Chain Planner

Downstream Planner/ Supply Chain Planner Location: El Paso, TX 79912 (On-site, Monday–Friday) Contract: 6 months (strong possibility of extension) Job Responsibilities Responsible for material replenishment (raw materials and/or finished goods). Use MRP (right balance of Resources vs. Demand) to ensure stock availability on time at the right place. Collaborate with the Upstream and Downstream Planning Leader and Supply and Inventory Planner. Run the Distribution Requirement Planning process within the assigned perimeter. Define and update stock parameters to achieve service level objectives while optimizing inventory levels. Manage the purchase order portfolio, analyze stock discrepancies, and perform adjustments. Main Activities PR to PO conversion through ERP batch job (ensure the PR-to-PO flow is completely automated) at Vendor–Material level and aligned to forecast. Action on MRP exceptions (e.g., SAP MD06) and work with suppliers to advise/expedite deliveries. Manage Customer Requests Workflows. Record Purchase Order Acknowledgements and Advance Shipping Notifications in ERP; manage invoice discrepancies if any. Ensure stock availability by analyzing and taking the right actions to keep Upstream Back Order Lines, Downstream Back Order Lines, Pre-Shortage, Shortage, Stock Coverage, and Stock Health under control. Define default transportation mode using the Air/Sea tool and go through the workflow in case of transportation mode change. Be the primary contact for suppliers and work closely with: Downstream Planning Leader for right prioritization in Production Scheduling and Queue Management. Upstream Planning Leader for forecast validation before submission to suppliers and for recurrent or structural issues. Supply & Inventory Planner for any MRP Parameter Optimization. Warehouse to support stock discrepancy analysis and corrections. Transportation/Logistics team to track shipments. Actively participate in SIM2. Role Context All jobs involved in strategizing, optimizing, and executing the flow of materials, information, and resources to ensure efficient and cost-effective production and delivery processes. Sub-family: End to End Flow Controller Specialization: End to End Flow Controller End to End Flow Controller Responsibilities Monitor supply chain activities and ensure seamless flow of products from suppliers to customers. Analyze performance metrics to identify inefficiencies and implement corrective actions. Collaborate with teams to address issues and enhance communication. Optimize logistics processes to improve overall supply chain effectiveness. Manage and optimize the flow of materials and information across the supply chain to ensure seamless operations. Monitor and analyze upstream and downstream processes to identify bottlenecks. Coordinate with suppliers and production teams to ensure timely material flow. Implement strategies to enhance inventory management and reduce lead times. Facilitate communication between stakeholders to align supply chain activities. Professional — Individual contributors within a specific professional discipline, often involving influencing organizational direction, driving change, and shaping operational, functional, and/or business strategy. Emphasizes broader business acumen, strategic thinking, leadership, and decision-making skills. Roles often involve managing projects, people, or processes. Most time is spent in the delivery, implementation, or design of non-technical processes, programs, and policies, implying a level of autonomy and reliance on professional judgment. Typically requires specialized knowledge, skills, and significant experience in a specialized area. Emphasizes skills related to management, communication, and strategic planning. Roles requiring expertise in setting strategic direction, defining standards, and ensuring compliance would fall under this category. Pay: $30.00 - $34.00 per hour Work Location: In person

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