Logistics Planner Job

Primary location: Englewood, ColoradoRelocation offered: NoEmployment status: Full-TimeTravel: NoNon-compete: NoThe estimated base salary range for this role is “$68,000 to $85,000” per year.Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience and other relevant factorsWhat does it mean to work at Parallel, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries?It means being immersed in a supportive culture that recognizes you as a key player in Armstrong's future. We are a large company with a local feel, where you will get to know and collaborate with leadership and your colleagues across the company.By joining us, you'll have the opportunity to make the most of your potential. Alongside a competitive remuneration package, you will receive:Standard benefit package offerings: medical, dental, prescription drugs, life insuranceVacation and sick timeReporting to the Plant Manager, the Logistics Planner oversees the end-to-end planning and execution of production orders, from customer approval through production start. This role leads key supply chain functions - including order management, work preparation, and procurement—to ensure optimal plant performance in safety, service, quality, cost, and productivity. The manager also develops and implements supply chain policies, systems, and training to support continuous improvement.What’s in it for you?Drive Operational Impact: Shape production schedules, procurement, and supply chain strategy to keep the plant running efficiently.Build Strategic Partnerships: Negotiate with vendors and develop strong supplier relationships that improve quality, cost, and service.Make a Difference: Use data, analytics, and continuous improvement to solve bottlenecks and directly influence customer delivery and business performance.What does a Logistics Planner do?Planning ResponsibilitiesReviews and prioritizes approved production orders; communicates schedules to production teams.Analyzes backlog to optimize product mix and maximize runtime efficiency.Assigns customer target dates, production lead times, and start dates.Identifies and coordinates outsourced components and processes.Monitors and communicates production plan progress; escalates delays as needed.Maintains and updates planning tools as neededAnalyzes and adjusts schedules to address delays and meet deadlines.Provides documentation and updates to stakeholders on changes or issues. Escalates complex issues to manager for resolution.Enters and updates complaints/claims in schedule as required.Ensures that each order entered into the system is priced correctly for the customer. If there is a discrepancy, follows up and resolves the problem in a timely manner. Resolves complaints expeditiously.Provides on time delivery reports weekly, monthly, quarterly and yearly to Parallel and its parent company Armstrong - more frequently if needed.Attends all production meetings. Maintains a high level of customer focus in producing quality products and services that do not sacrifice the safety of others, one’s self, nor the environment.Procurement ResponsibilitiesPerforms the acquisition of materials and services needed for production, offices, and facilities for Parallel AP.Prepares quotes, selects vendors, and negotiates purchase order prices, terms, and delivery. Represents Parallel AP in negotiating strategies and close deals with optimal terms with specific pricing and formulating policies with suppliers and vendors.Works closely with Sales Department, Project managers and Plant Production ensuring project material requirements are fulfilled.Communicates material status to meet production schedule and customer timelines.Conveys understanding of internal and external customers’ needs and takes actions to ensure that such needs are met and sustained throughout the projects’ cycle.Documents quality issues and resolves claims with vendors in a timely manner to sustain service.Plans for purchases with a focus on quality, building long-term su…

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