Inventory Planner (WHL)

The TSUBAKI name is synonymous with excellence in quality, dependability, and customer service. U.S. Tsubaki is a leading manufacturer and supplier of power transmission and motion control products. As a part of a vast, international network of corporate and industrial resources, Tsubaki offers its customers the finest state-of-the-art products available in the world and we strive to be the “Best Value” supplier in the industry.

The Inventory Planner is responsible for managing and optimizing inventory levels to meet customer demands while minimizing costs, ensuring efficient supply chain operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The essential duties and responsibilities of this job are included but not limited to this job description – other tasks may be assigned and expected to be performed.

• Plan inventory for assigned product lines. This responsibility includes forecasting, setting replenishment criteria, purchasing, and distributing inventory through the service center network.
• Set up new items including bills of material and the warehouse management system.
• Work with the service center teams to troubleshoot inventory, picking, and receiving issues.
• Expedite with suppliers and manufacturing sites. Collaborate with manufacturing sites to optimize the replenishment process.
• Support customer service team to meet customer needs.
• Work with sales team on stocking programs, product introductions, and product end of life.
• Other tasks/functions as assigned.

• Minimum 5 years of pertinent work experience (supply chain and logistics preferred)
• Bachelor’s degree required
• ASCM Certification preferred
• Strong planning and organizational skills with an ability to handle a multitude of tasks.
• Self-motivated to learn with a desire and talent to advance professionally.
• Strong attention to detail. Excellent communication skills.
• High standards of integrity required.
• Willing to travel as needed.
• Proficient in MS Excel
• ERP experience required. QAD experience is a major plus.

U.S. Tsubaki offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including health benefits effective on date of hire, dental and vision benefits effective on the first of the month following date of hire, Paid Time Off ("PTO"), 10 paid holidays, generous 401(k) match and profit sharing, annual bonus potential, life insurance, short and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, education reimbursement, home and auto insurance discounts, and pet insurance.

The estimated salary range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors.

Tsubaki is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability

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