Donaldson is committed to solving the world's most complex filtration challenges. Together, we make cool things. As an established technology and innovation leader, we are continuously evolving to meet the filtration needs of our changing world. Join a culture of collaboration and innovation that matters and a chance to learn, effect change, and make meaningful contributions at work and in communities. ?This position is responsible for managing the inventory planning functions of MSA's US/CA current retail business and future retail distribution opportunities. The successful candidate will be able to adapt and understand evolving customer expectations, and changes in organizational priorities. This position will and lead the inventory planning resources required to ensure customer dictated stock availability. the planning team and 3 PL operations to drive necessary initiatives. This position will work closely with our distribution operations team reporting performance and identifying countermeasures to support needed improvement. Key performance indicators (KPI's) for this position are supplier ontime delivery, supplier late backlog, and inventory turnover performance (DIO).Key accountabilities are as follows:Customer SatisfactionManage on time customer order processing. (Need to develop)Work with the demand planning team to ensure that customer latest forecast is used for internal planning, and identify any planning parameter changes needed to offset negative performanceConduct regular analysis and work with demand planners mitigate potential risks.Actively participate in S&OP process and meetings. Work closely with demand planning team and commercial leaders set an accurate operational forecast for the business.Supply Planning:Manage stock availability and optimum supply of inventory ensuring timely replenishment of inventory.Understand risks of supply, conduct timely analysis, and implement recovery plans to mitigate business risks (If applicable).Engage and collaborate with cross-functional leaders/teams and external suppliers to deliver business metrics.Closely monitor MRP performance and take necessary timely action to maintain an accurate supply plan. Setup and validate to ensure high accuracy of planning parameters are maintained in ERP for finished products.Responsible for data crunching & analysis to facilitate data driven decision making.Responsible for driving standard work and supply planning process improvement.Inventory Management: Manage inventory health (slow moving, obsolete, phase in-phase out) and provide visibility to stakeholders for inventory projection and action to achieve inventory target.Identify E&O and follow through on disposition and reduction opportunities. Drive root cause analysis and CI to prevent new occurrence.Continuously review and refine part setups to achieve optimum inventory performance. Develop relationships with the procurement teams to help support improved lead times and fill performanceKey Qualifications & Requirements:Education Qualification: Degree in Business Management/Supply Chain Management or equivalentCPIMTertiary qualification is considered as added advantage.Technical Competence & Skills:Ability to effectively manage on site/remote team members.Ability to understand timely business needs and deploy strategies to achieve business needs.A good team player, proactive and able to work under pressure.Recognize knowledge gaps of the team and upskill the team to improve the efficiencyAbility to work independently and hands-on.Strong communication, negotiation and influencing skill; good analysis and interpersonal skills.Process oriented and strong problem-solving skills.Relevant Experience:Min. 10 years' relevant experience in ERP, Inventory Planning and Management, Supply chain planning, International Trade and familiar with ISO 900 I :2000 CertificationPriori supervisory experience in managing a supply chain team driving KPIs
