What are the responsibilities and job description for the Order Planner position at Greater Omaha Packing Co?
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Description
Essential Functions and Job Responsibilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to move about the facility. The employee is required to sit; use hands to finger; handle; or feel/hold objects; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; speak; hear taste and smell. Employee may occasionally lift, push/pull up to forty (40) pounds.
Work Environment
The work environment would normally be an office type setting but may require trips through the entire facility which would include climate extremes.
Description
Essential Functions and Job Responsibilities:
- Review and analyze incoming orders to determine product availability and delivery timelines.
- Coordinate with the sales team to understand customer demand and forecast future orders.
- Maintain accurate records of inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock levels are maintained.
- Collaborate with production and procurement teams to ensure sufficient inventory levels to meet demand.
- Create and maintain production schedules based on order requirements and production capacity.
- Monitor order status and proactively address any delays or issues to ensure on-time delivery.
- Communicate regularly with vendors and suppliers to track order status and resolve any discrepancies.
- Evaluate and optimize order processing procedures to improve efficiency and accuracy.
- Prepare reports on order status, inventory levels, and production forecasts for management review.
- Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in order planning and inventory management.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
- Experience in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience as an Order Planner, Inventory Planner, or similar role.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Proficiency in inventory management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Detail-oriented with a focus on precision and efficiency.
- Knowledgeable about supply chain processes and logistics principles.
- Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent & 2 years of experience. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Exceptional organizational skills and demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail. Must be a detail-oriented, effective performer, who can operate with strict timelines and adapt to a fast-paced multi-task environment. Must be self-motivated and able to work with little supervision in a team environment.
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to move about the facility. The employee is required to sit; use hands to finger; handle; or feel/hold objects; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; speak; hear taste and smell. Employee may occasionally lift, push/pull up to forty (40) pounds.
Work Environment
The work environment would normally be an office type setting but may require trips through the entire facility which would include climate extremes.