What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supply Planner position at Galls?
About GALLS
GALLS, LLC is the largest and fastest growing supplier of uniforms and equipment to public safety professionals, with a national presence in more than 80 locations. With over 50 years in the industry, it is easy to see why. We are PROUD to serve America’s public safety professionals by providing the broadest selection of uniforms, equipment, and solutions combined with great customer service.
The primary role of the Supply Planner is to drive effective replenishment decisions in line with predefined parameters, using data such as sales forecasts, marketing projections, and demand plans to ensure inventory availability on time and at cost. This role will purchase sourced products through a centralized planning, logistics, and distribution program and requires strong problem-solving, analytical, process improvement, and time management skills. Clear and effective communication is essential for building strong relationships with suppliers and cross-functional internal teams. Reporting duties and ad hoc special projects will also be part of the role.
What You’ll Do
GALLS, LLC is the largest and fastest growing supplier of uniforms and equipment to public safety professionals, with a national presence in more than 80 locations. With over 50 years in the industry, it is easy to see why. We are PROUD to serve America’s public safety professionals by providing the broadest selection of uniforms, equipment, and solutions combined with great customer service.
The primary role of the Supply Planner is to drive effective replenishment decisions in line with predefined parameters, using data such as sales forecasts, marketing projections, and demand plans to ensure inventory availability on time and at cost. This role will purchase sourced products through a centralized planning, logistics, and distribution program and requires strong problem-solving, analytical, process improvement, and time management skills. Clear and effective communication is essential for building strong relationships with suppliers and cross-functional internal teams. Reporting duties and ad hoc special projects will also be part of the role.
What You’ll Do
- Responsible for ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction with the timely fulfillment of dynamic customer demand and by driving effective replenishment of planned inventory.
- The ability to independently build and maintain relationships with suppliers and cross-functional teams using effective communication, time management, and problem-solving skills is required.
- Create and submit purchase orders and work with suppliers to verify and maintain expected lead times while following purchasing through fulfillment. Own the inventory life cycle through the end of life.
- Monitor key performance indicators and analyze data as needed to identify opportunities for improvement
- Identify potential barriers in fulfillment and assess alternative replenishment sources to fulfill orders. Coordinate with relevant departments to resolve issues and develop a recovery plan
- Minimize unproductive on-hand inventory to reduce financial impact on our business
- Responsible for planning designated materials (finished goods) that are aligned with planning parameters, sales forecast, inventory targets, and available capacity
- Support business execution of new programs and initiatives that include promotional activities, forecast and coordination for key events, new product launches, and network redesigns
- Strong analytic and strategic problem-solving ability
- Proficient skill in Microsoft products
- Experience with large sets of data in analysis and reporting
- Results-oriented driver of change and progress
- Passionate & self-motivated
- Business Acumen: understand cross-functional partnerships and responsibilities
- Capable Communicator: effective communication across various levels of the business (peers, coworkers, leadership, executives)
- Degree preferred or related career experience
- 3 to 5 years of business experience with a focus on Supply Planning, Purchasing, and Procurement
- Your resume, highlighting your education, experience, and skills
- Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage—Eligible 1st day of the month after start date
- 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)
- Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the rest
- Generous employee discount
- Vacation and Personal Time
- Paid Holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Daily Pay: up to 50% of your pay