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The Supply Planner plays a critical role within the Global Supply Chain team, spanning strategic supply planning and tactical purchasing activities to ensure optimal product availability. This person is focused on maintaining the highest service levels while minimizing inventory levels and supporting overall operational efficiency. This is a hybrid opportunity based out of either LION's Dayton, OH Corporate office or Reading, PA Uniforms office.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

+ Execute stock, non-stock, and development sample purchase orders from Oracle MRP recommendations and internal requests, ensuring timely and accurate replenishment and delivery of products.

+ Monitor supplier production schedules and shipping timelines; communicate delays and significant changes to cross-functional teams and supply chain leadership.

+ Maintain accurate supply chain master data and sourcing rules in Oracle for assigned SKUs.

+ Update purchase order details based on supplier weekly production reports and other change notices.

+ Collaborate with suppliers and contractors to resolve issues related to scheduling, performance, shipment approvals, and transportation needs; participate in weekly supplier meetings.

+ Provide inbound shipment priorities to quality control and distribution centers to support efficient receiving and stock-out recovery; participate in weekly DC expeditor meetings.

+ Prepare and distribute monthly supplier planning projections, supplier capacity utilization reports and purchasing team reports as needed.

+ Understand of bill of material components & customer demand for assigned SKUs.

+ Support the S&OP process and contribute to special projects as assigned.

+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong supply chain team and cross functional collaborator.

+ Attention to detail and time-sensitivity in performing daily work.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

+ Bachelor's degree in business or supply chain preferred, or degree combined with work experience in supply planning, demand planning, or S&OP.

+ Knowledge of supply and demand management, customer service, and inventory management best practices.

+ MS Word, Outlook, and Power Point proficiency.

+ Strong MS Excel skills with the ability to combine, analyze and summarize large data sets into actionable tools.

BENEFITS:

LION offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision insurance, a 401(k) with Company match, professional development opportunities, and a dynamic, growth-focused environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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