JOB PURPOSE

The Demand Planning / Logistics Specialist for the Ground Support Division USA is responsible for vendor management, shipping (in-and outbound), inventory control, demand planning and last mile delivery of ground support products in the region.  The role provides the link between the Productions Units (PUs), third-party vendors and the Sales Area (SA).

This role is focused on developing and maintaining optimal security of supply while achieving cost efficiency in end-to-end logistics. The Demand Planning / Logistics Specialist will be instrumental in assisting the BLM in making informed decisions to allow for agility in all matters related to logistics and ultimately exceeding our customer’s expectations.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Demand Planning / Vendor Management

• Maintain communications with all relevant Pus/vendors to understand raw material inventories and capacities relevant to SA products
• Maintain communication with BSSRs/CSSRs to understand customer demand patterns and develop robust inventory forecasts
• Assist and collaborate with CSSRs regarding stock procurements
• Set up new suppliers with Vendor Management Team

Logistics

• Maintain relationships with brokers and freight forwarders as well as shipping/warehousing personnel at PUs and customers.
• Schedule pick ups at PU and facilitate deliveries to customer or warehouse
• Schedule and facilitate shipping out of warehouse locations
• Monitor and consolidate shipping cost data developments
• Stay current with geopolitical developments that have potential to disrupt/impact supply chains
• Assist BLM in identifying alternative logistic solutions to ensure logistical agility, security of supply and cost efficiency

Inventory control

• Monitor inventory levels in regards to quantities, value and OSMI development
• establish min/max and reorder points for high-turnover products in conjunction with BLM/CSSR/BSSR
• Verify quantities and availability as required for financial team
• Assist with cycle counts and inventory adjustments as needed
• Assist with providing documentation as required during audits

General

• Cross train with CSSR in order capture/management tasks
• Staying current with customer/industry development to assist the overall team in market share capture and seamless business flow

COMPETENCIES

• Strong customer service focus
• High level of computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
• High level of professionalism, honesty, and integrity
• Detail orientation
• Ability to assess and manage business risk
• Highly developed interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent listening skills

Benefits

Sandvik offers a phenomenal catalog of benefits and employee perks such as:

• Benefits eligibility that begin 30 days after start date
• Health care eligibility that includes, medical, dental, vision, prescription and telemedicine
• Paid vacation with up to 40 hours available to roll over in to the next year
• Toolkit valued at $1500 and a yearly $500 allowance
• A very strong 401(k) retirement savings plan. We contribute 5% annual salary to the Retirement Savings plan. We also match 50% of the first 6%.
• Tuition reimbursement

In addition to these outstanding benefits, Sandvik provides all Field Service Technicians with a company laptop and cell phone, Sandvik uniforms and company issued service truck (depending on location).

Sandvik provides opportunities for competence development and training, as well as, opportunities for career advancement. We believe diversity is meaningful for success and growth.

How to Apply

For consideration, please apply https://www.home.sandvik/en/careers/ for the Demand Planning & Logistics Specialist position, Job Req. ID# R0072510.

Sandvik is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Any applicant who, because of a disability, needs accommodation or assistance in completing an application or at any time during the application process should contact Human Resources at [email protected]. Sandvik also provides reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities consistent with its obligations under the law.