Supply Planning Analyst

Join a leading global enterprise, a dynamic force in the consumer goods industry, committed to innovation, quality, and delivering exceptional products to customers worldwide. This company thrives on a culture of integrity, courage, curiosity, empathy, and perseverance, fostering an environment where diverse perspectives fuel global growth. As a valued partner, Aquent is thrilled to connect top talent with this impactful opportunity.

This is a hybrid assignment, working onsite 3 days per week at the client's Costa Mesa office. 40 hours per week. 7 month assignment with the potential to extend.

Are you ready to make a significant impact on a global scale? We are seeking a driven and analytical professional to join a crucial team, playing a pivotal role in ensuring products reach customers efficiently and effectively. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of global supply chain operations, directly influencing customer satisfaction, inventory optimization, and cost efficiency. You will be at the heart of strategic decision-making, collaborating across continents to bring innovative products to market.

**About the Role:**

In this critical position, you will be instrumental in optimizing the flow of products from source to consumer. You'll be a key player in a global network, translating complex data into actionable insights and ensuring that supply meets demand seamlessly. This role offers the chance to lead high-impact initiatives, troubleshoot challenges, and implement solutions that drive tangible results across the entire supply chain. Your analytical prowess and collaborative spirit will be essential in navigating a dynamic environment and fostering strong relationships across the enterprise.

**What You Will Do:**

* Develop and manage capacity-constrained supply requirements within a global network to meet customer service, inventory, and cost objectives.

* Proactively identify and troubleshoot supply misalignments, developing and implementing effective mitigation plans to ensure on-time performance across the planning horizon.

* Collaborate cross-functionally with sourcing, logistics, customer service, and distribution teams daily to ensure end-to-end supply chain excellence and drive strategic initiatives.

* Lead complex close-of-sales activities, leveraging inputs from global and regional partners, ensuring data integrity, systematically executing seasonal buys, and implementing continuous process improvements.

* Conduct quantitative analysis, generate insightful reports, and develop data-based recommendations to influence daily decision-making.

* Partner cross-functionally on mitigation plans for raw materials and finished goods for seasonal items, ensuring overall inventory health and elevating critical risks with recommended solutions.

* Forecast, reconcile, and ensure the accuracy of monthly inventory for assigned product groups.

* Engage in manager-sponsored projects of the highest complexity, contributing to strategic advancements.

**Must-Have Qualifications:**

* 2+ years of professional experience in a related field.

* A strong understanding of supply chain processes, with hands-on experience in planning (Demand, Supply, Production, etc.).

* Proven success in managing information flow across various functions and systems.

* Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.

* Strong communication and leadership abilities, demonstrating the capacity to collaborate, influence, and execute effectively in a dynamic environment.

* A track record of facilitating and driving resolution at all levels of an organization.

* Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and work effectively with limited supervision.

**Skills That Will Set You Apart:**

* Experience with SAP within a planning or scheduling operation.

* Proficiency in supply planning tools such as i2/BRIO/PSE.

* Advanced Excel skills.

**About Aquent Talent:**

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Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. More information on our awesome benefits!

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