Job Title: Supply Planner
Job Description

Work closely with the manufacturing and inventory management teams to ensure that the company has the necessary materials and inventory levels to meet customer demand. The ability to forecast using various models is a critical responsibility of this position along with a knowledge of supply chain principles to support industrial manufacturing. The Supply Planner creates and maintains components forecast models for internal partners, incorporating business intelligence and forecast information gathered from sales, supply chain, engineering, finance, and other sources.

ResponsibilitiesDevelop inventory replenishment plans for finished goods and raw materials.Assist in the creation and review of supply plans that balance priorities according to directions from business leaders spanning a minimum future horizon of 12 months.Assist with the validation of material readiness of manufacturing work orders.Ensure supply plan forecast accuracy for supply chain stabilization, working capital, customer fill rate, and inbound freight optimization.Plan for anticipated customer service requirements.Review inventory levels and monitor regular stock checks to prevent stockouts and excess inventory.Calculate supply requirements using various inventory replenishment methodologies including discrete deliveries, kanbans, scheduling agreements, subcontract arrangements, MIN/MAX, and reorder points.Evaluate, update, and maintain safety stock values at all inventory levels and locations.Understand the impact of supply chain master data, including lead times, lot multipliers, minimum order quantities, and logistics rounding values.Provide input to the Sourcing and Inventory Management organizations in developing inventory strategies on existing items, new products, and product phase-outs.Develop plans for the phase-in and phase-out of materials according to material dispositions noted in Engineering Change Notifications.Assist Engineering, Planning, and Commodity Managers in determining the optimal mix between obsolete materials and the build-out of assemblies from excess materials.Essential SkillsPlanning experience in manufacturing and retail.Ability to handle a high number of SKUs, currently running 1,400 SKUs.Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify and mitigate supply chain risks.Proficiency in Excel, including VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, and pivot tables.Experience with Google Sheets and basic ERP systems.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience in roles focused on planning rather than buying.Work Environment

This is an onsite position during the standard day shift. The planning team sits directly in the middle of the inventory floor and currently includes 3 buyers, 2 planning engineers, and 1 commodity buyer. The company culture supports flexible work arrangements. Employees enjoy benefits such as a 401(k) with a 6% company match, company stock options, and comprehensive insurance coverage. Additionally, there are on-site perks including catered lunches and healthy snacks at the Salem and Pittsburgh locations. Professional development opportunities and relocation assistance for eligible roles are also offered.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $45.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Salem,OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 2, 2025.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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