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Carrier is the leading global provider of healthy, safe and sustainable building and cold chain solutions with a world-class, diverse workforce with business segments covering HVAC, refrigeration, and fire and security. We make modern life possible by delivering safer, smarter and more sustainable services that make a difference to people and our planet while revolutionizing industry trends. This is why we come to work every day. Join us and we can make a difference together.

The Kidde business is a part of the Fire and Security Products group at Carrier. We are dedicated to providing product and technology designed to protect people and property from the effects of fire and its related hazards. As a large manufacturer of fire safety products, Kidde meet the safety needs of homes and businesses by providing fire extinguishers, smoke alarms, carbon monoxide alarms, strobes, and other products.

About this role

As a leader and member of the supply planning team, the Supply Planning Manager will play an integral part in fulfilling customer demand by effectively managing the team and the relationship with the corresponding suppliers and cross-functional teams within the business of Kidde. The Supply Planning Manager reports to the Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) organization.

Duties include but are not limited to Demand Planning, Sales, Marketing, Customer Service, Logistics, Product Management, and Finance. This opportunity is for someone who is motivated, with strong analytical skills and thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic business environment.

The Supply Planning Manager needs to be onsite (with a little flexibility to work from home) in Mebane NC.

We value our people and offer an extensive benefits package, with financial rewards including health insurance, a retirement savings plan, and also lifestyle support with flexible working and parental leave. Plus, we’ll support your growth with paid-for external training programs and courses.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Buyer/Planners and Master Scheduler(s) in support of customer fulfillment 
• Achieve 98% “fill rates” to customers and adhere to business inventory targets
• Perform analytics to ensure the optimal amount of inventory is “on hand” and “on order”
• Work closely with supplier(s) to drive down cost and lead times; foster an environment of continuous improvement
• Drive supplier(s) on-time delivery to greater than 95%
• Drive 95% production and schedule attainment
• Actively work to support supplier(s); address material shortages and issues delaying fulfillment of open purchase orders
• Escalate and leverage business resources accordingly
• Confirm accurate visibility to business on delivery dates on open orders from supplier(s)
• Report to Sales and Customer Service supply information to obtain necessary and accurate details to properly set expectations with customers
• Review and analyze forecast generated through the SIOP process
• Guarantee a published netted forecast monthly to each supplier
• Warrant maintenance of planning systems data integrity (pricing, lead times, service levels, delivery dates)
• Identify gaps in processes related to the supply chain; conduct root cause analysis and identify strategies to build the gaps; implement identified processes to closure
• Make sure discrepancies received are addressed in a timely manner in order to avoid delayed payment to supplier(s) and subsequent interruptions to the business
• Manage the compilation/analysis of data to identify opportunities for improving material replenishment
• Lead/drive business and system transformation projects and new initiatives
• Support reporting and presentations to leadership and stakeholders
• Assist with the Supply Planning Review, Executive SIOP review, and the General SIOP process

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5 years of experience in manufacturing, production planning, or direct material purchasing
• 2 years of experience in leading and monitoring a team

Preferred Qualifications

• APICS certification
• Proficient in Supply Chain planning techniques, inventory management, Materials Requirements Planning (MRP), and Master Production Schedule (MPS)
• Experience in a Lean Manufacturing environment
• Experience with JDE or similar ERP system
• Microsoft Office with advanced Excel, Kinaxis and PowerBI
• High level of urgency, problem-solving techniques, customer customer-oriented
• Analytical, data manipulation, and data management skills
• English verbal and written communication skills
• Leadership skills
• Effective leverage of business tools

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Carrier is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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