Product Operations Planner
Stanley Black & DeckerSR Manager, Supply Chain Risk and Response – Prepare – Hybrid Towson, MD, Valley City OH OR New Britian, CT, United States Come build something that matters. It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of approximately 43,500 diverse and high-performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT®, BLACK+DECKER®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, CUB CADET®, and HUSTLER®. The Job The Product Supply Chain Integration & Analytics Specialist supports the Product Supply Chain organization by enabling effective execution, governance, and continuous improvement of the systems, processes and data that support New Product Development (NPD) and product lifecycle. This role serves as a key connecter across Product Supply Chain, Engineering, Product Management, Operations, Sourcing, Demand/Supply Planning, Category, Finance, and other cross-functional partners. The Specialist leverages data, analytics, and business process knowledge to improve visibility, identify opportunities, and enable better decision-making across the product lifecycles. This role will have two primary areas of responsibility: Product Supply Chain system and analytics enablement and NPD program support for out Outdoor Handheld categories. The Person You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You’re not intimidated by innovation. Wouldn’t it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? In fact, you embrace it. You also have: Key Responsibilities: Maintain and support Product Supply Chain systems, tools, trackers, and reporting mechanisms used to manage product lifecycle and NPD activities. Develop and maintain dashboards, reporting analytics, and other tools that provide visibility to Product Supply Chain performance and tier meeting execution. Support continuous improvement of Product Supply Chain workflows, governance, and ways of working. Analyze supply chain constraints and assist in developing lean strategies to drive sustainability & flexibility. Responsible to ensure all business functions engaged, informed, and following Product timelines according to Phase Gate Process. Aid in managing inventory needs to ensure customer’s demand and commitments are satisfied for promised sales. Interface across the Delivery/Development pillars; Sourcing, Operations, Channel Marketing, Product Marketing, Packaging Engineering, Demand Planning, Supply Planning, and Program Managers – to communicate and focus on the following: Sourcing/Operations: 3 year capacity requirements, lead-time reduction opportunities, prebuild requirements, gap analysis, E&O consumption opportunity Program Managers: Launch readiness, timely escalation of risks to network timelines through S&OP process. Evaluate what-if planning scenarios as needed Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations or another related field. Minimum of 0-2 years’ work experience, newly graduate Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Powerpoint, Access, etc.) Experience in SAP, JDA and Business Warehouse preferred. Exceptional analytical skills and problem-solving ability. Strong attention to detail required. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written and the ability to effectively communicate throughout all levels of the organization. Effective project management skills and team leadership skills. Strong multi-tasking ability as well as ability to manage deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Demonstrated proactiveness with the initiative and willingness to overcome challenges. Self- Starter, reliable and must have a passion for excellence. The Details You’ll receive a compet…