KMF Sourcing Analyst II

Job Description:

KMF Sourcing Analyst II

Location: Byhalia, MS

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.; Sponsorship is not available for this position at this time."

WE CREATE EMPOWERED LEADERS!  At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe that our People and our Culture are the secrets to our success -- so we give you unlimited access to everything you need.

Behind our doors, you'll be empowered every day to own it, drive it, and do what it takes to support the biggest breakthroughs in the industry. Meanwhile, you'll have the support and resources of the fastest-growing brand in the construction industry to make it happen. 

Your Role on Our Team

The Buyer/Production Planner II is responsible for planning, prioritizing, and expediting product families assigned along with their associated raw materials. Create and publish production schedules that consider NPD, normal and promotional demand, plant capacity, product mix, and material availability that ensures on-time delivery to our customers. Manage all day-to-day activities relating to raw materials assigned.

This position will participate in various supply chain improvement projects, has a fundamental understanding of supply chain strategies, and can make recommendations. In addition, they have the ability to teach and train others on the duties and responsibilities shown below.

This job description lists major areas of responsibility and additional job activities may be added at any time.

You'll be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities:  

• · Accountable for the production plan for finished goods and subassemblies based on WOS goals, run strategies, equipment, labor and raw material availability, reconciling any known disruptions ahead of the production start date

• Own planning for promotion requirements and execution

• Actively participate in Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP). Understand and root cause capacity gaps in area of influence, and identify time periods when capacity could impact Operation's ability to meet demand or need for additional work

• Actively support cradle-to-grave product management, reducing risk of supply disruption and end-of-life excess and obsolescence

• Coordinates the planning and implementation of Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and deviations

• · Purchase Order Management

• Release, confirm, actively reschedule, and cancel raw material purchase orders for product families assigned, managing all day-to-day activities and escalating roadblocks to the Manager

• · Propose and execute inventory initiatives and implement best practices

• Evaluate, recommend, and maintain proper inventory levels; recommend and preserve safety stock for raw materials and WIP

• Develop strategies to achieve inventory turnover goals

• Lead supplier and Operations initiatives on visual management, Kanban, VMI, Vending, and Consigned Inventory

What tools you'll bring with you:

• ·Bachelor's degree required in a business-related field and a minimum of 3 years Supply Chain experience in a manufacturing environment or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically in Excel

• Demonstrated problem solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills required

• APICS Certification (CPIM, CSCP) preferred

• Six Sigma/Lean Training preferred

We provide these great perks and benefits:  

Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans

• Generous 401 (K) savings plan

• Education assistance

• On-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service

• For more information, check out our benefits site HERE (~~~) .

Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.

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