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The goal of a Planner at SG Wayne is to strategize, drive accuracy between customer forecast and inventory levels. The primary focus of this role is to maximize cash flow by predicting accurate sales and services levels through an effective implementation of SIOP Process (sales/inventory/operations planning).

This position maintains a constant relationship with the sales, customer service, finance, purchasing and manufacturing teams to understand the demand forecasting drivers. You will challenge the forecasts from the sales teams and the usual runs with relevant data analysis. Improve the forecasts accuracy with transversal coordination actions and updates of the Supply Chain Planning tool. Be responsible for running, analyzing and reviewing reports pertaining to forecast accuracy and adjust POs accordingly and communicate changes and analyze and track freight spend at the site and optimize shipments to maintain correct inventory levels and manage freight spend.

+ Bachelors degree in Manufacturing, Supply Chain or other related field required.

+ 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment in a planning, master scheduling and production scheduling capacity. Understanding of JIT, Time Based Manufacturing, BOM’s, routings and planning parameters is essential.- Understanding how SIOP works and able to implement such is required.

+ Excellent computer skills with emphasis on Excel and familiarity with MRP/ERP software systems is necessary as well as excellent analytical skills, combined with good oral and written communication skills.

+ Having excellent organization, planning, and follow up skills will lead to success at this position.

Essential functions will include:

Upstream management:

+ Being a key member of the New Job Report process by maintaining a constant relationship with the sales, marketing, finance, sourcing and manufacturing teams to understand the demand forecasting drivers.

+ Effectively Challenging the forecasts from the sales teams and the usual runs (historical data, seasonality, market trends, special offers, budgets…) with relevant data analysis.

+ Improve the forecasts accuracy (statistical models, software…) with transversal coordination actions and updates of the Supply Chain Planning tool.

Analysis:

+ Analyze quantity and financial forecasts.

+ Report of forecasts and inventory KPIs.

+ SIOP Meeting with the team on a Quarterly basis and effective usage of SIOP tool for Wayne

+ Follow inventory level and implement and improvement plans. Work with Category Manager to provide accurate information for global consolidation of raw material.

+ Analyze freight spend and implement appropriate consolidations for optimizing costs.

In process Management

+ Maintain item master, BOM, routing and other system data, particular with respect to planning and purchasing.

Downstream management:

+ Coordinate the customer projects with Supply Planning.

+ Manage Inventory levels.

+ Communicate the product inventory strategies (high runners, new products, substitutions, end life…) to the Supply Planning team.

+ Tune the forecasts and inventory rules according to the demand and market trends.

+ Generate, review and analyze actual demand vs. forecast demand. Assess data, trends and update forecast as needed.

Saint-Gobain’s innovations touch almost every major industry around the world, moving us forward, making meaningful connections, and inspiring us to go beyond the impossible. Within Mobility, our teams design and engineer critical, high-performance materials and proven solutions – most in challenging conditions and core systems that play an important part of our daily lives – as we drive to work or with family, fly on an airplane to explore the world, process samples for medical research, build a better rocket to go as far as we can in outer space; and dive deep under the sea to power our world. We are driven to collaborate with our customers and communities to improve and engineer the world of tomorrow!

Our team members recognize that we all create the environment for people to succeed, with a culture built on respect, open and honest communication, and honoring our commitments to our customers and each other. And at the heart of our culture, we’ve learned working together makes good ideas, great ones.

With a legacy dating back more than 350 years, Saint-Gobain offers employees the stability and security of a leading Global 500 corporation while operating like multiple small and agile start-ups, where entrepreneurial spirit, pioneering teamwork, and bold, forward-thinking ideas pave new paths.

Every team member is encouraged to develop and leverage their unique expertise and strengths to make the greatest impact on the company and our end users. At Saint-Gobain, you’re empowered and equipped with countless opportunities and resources for professional development. You will find the support you need to create a vision and roadmap for your career, and make that vision a reality.

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Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

Certain locations require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer potential candidates. Provided is the national pay range for this position which is $102,000 to $158,000 per year. However, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is 13% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The Total Target Cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position is $115,200-TTC to $178,500-TTC. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee

Saint-Gobain is committed to helping you and your family be well in all aspects of your life. Be Well. Be You brings together inclusive programs and meaningful resources to support all aspects of your physical, emotional, financial, and social well-being. Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.

+ Health and Well-being – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.

o Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance

o Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options

o LiveWell Wellness Program

o Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

o Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave

+ Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.

o 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP) Cash Balance Pension Plan

o Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability

o Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness

o Accident Insurance

+ Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want

o Commuter Benefits

o Group Legal

o Identity Theft Protection

o Auto and Home Insurance

o Pet Insurance and Discounts

o Back-up Child and Elder Care

o PerkSpot Employee Discount Program

o Volunteer Day