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PECNA Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America - De Soto, KS
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About the position
The Supply Chain Planner at Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America (PECNA) is a pivotal role that involves direct coordination with various teams within the supply chain organization, particularly collaborating with commercial sales and manufacturing departments. This position is essential for optimizing production materials and inventory management, contributing to the establishment of a new state-of-the-art Li-ion battery factory in De Soto, Kansas. The role offers significant opportunities for professional growth and development, reporting directly to the Manager of Supply Chain Planning.
Responsibilities
- Establish and execute short-term and long-term demand planning processes to optimize production materials, raw materials inventory, and overall finished goods stock.
- Drive alignment with the commercial organization on monthly and yearly finished good battery demand.
- Ensure manufacturing throughput is maintained without disruption.
- Deploy modern supply chain planning tools to optimize inventory and provide real-time supply chain visibility.
- Collaborate with the PECNA Technology team to develop and support the implementation of a new SAP ERP system.
- Participate in supply chain planning performance review and approval meetings.
- Develop, present, and execute action plans to support achievement of agreed commitments and optimization projects.
- Work closely with the Panasonic North America Commercial Organization to understand customer requirements for demand and production.
- Provide Supply Chain planning functional expertise to guide and advise management.
- Develop skills through training, project opportunities, and individual development plans.
- Establish and lead the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process with the PECNA Commercial team and multiple OEM customers.
- Partner with plant production teams to ensure alignment on plans and optimize production to meet daily and weekly targets.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Art or Bachelor of Science in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field.
- 5+ years working in Supply Chain.
- 5 years Supply/Demand Planning experience.
- Sales/Sales Operations experience is a plus.
- ASCM/APICS and/or PMP Certifications are a plus.
- Experience in Energy, Technology, Automotive, or Manufacturing industries.
- Operational transformation experience including ERP and SCM Systems implementation.
- Proven background in setting up a best-in-class Demand Planning process.
- Strategic thinking and analysis capabilities, including identifying risks and opportunities across Demand Planning.
- Demonstrated communication, presentation, and writing skills.
- Data analytical skills to drive decision making.
- Ability to solve complex problems and propose alternative solutions.
- Ability to communicate across all levels of the organization and externally to customers & suppliers.
- Ability to communicate cross-culturally with Japanese colleagues and business leaders in English.
- Collaboration and influencing skills.
Nice-to-haves
- Master of Business or related degree.
- Experience with SCM Planning tools.
Benefits
- Professional growth opportunities.
- Collaborative work environment.
- Participation in innovative projects related to sustainable energy solutions.
