Demand Planner

Kavaliro is seeking a Demand Planner for our local Jacksonville Client. This person should be bringing extensive expertise in service-related functions, provide essential support across all business units within Purchasing and Inventory Management. While employing creativity and autonomy, leverage vast experience and judgment to effectively plan and achieve corporate objectives. Collaborate closely with Purchasing Management, Regional Managers, and the Director of Supply Chain, and ensure seamless operations and optimal performance. Responsibilities:

• Oversee ERP and Demand Planning Software to enhance operational efficiency.
• Utilize historical data and collaboration with stakeholders to develop accurate statistical forecasts, implementing S&OP strategies at product family level.
• Manage vendor performance metrics including lead time, delivery accuracy, and order processing, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Optimize inventory balance by leveraging system data and demand drivers to meet market demand effectively.
• Provide strategic input and resupply models to buyers, facilitating informed purchasing decisions and monitoring line performance.
• Conduct inventory optimization and SKU rationalization to ensure profitable assortment.
• Manage redistribution of inventory to maximize profitability, identifying and executing relocation strategies as needed.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Information Technology, Computer Science, or relevant field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 4+ years of pertinent experience in purchasing and information systems.
• Proficient in building relationships and communicating effectively across organizational levels.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 6+ years of relevant experience in purchasing and information systems.
• Background in HVAC distribution environment.
• Experience in training others on purchasing system usage.

Required Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Blue Ridge, E3, and Clarity purchasing systems/software.
• Alternatively, experience with inventory planning software such as Manhattan Associates, JDA Inventory, Demand Solutions, or Logility.

Kavaliro provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Kavaliro is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Kavaliro will take steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please respond to this posting to connect with a company representative.