Supply Planning Coordinator

We are looking for a talented Supply Planning Coordinator to join our team specializing in Supply Chain Operations for our Distribution Business Segment in Ankeny, IA.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

- Determine the quantity and order dates for materials needed to meet the master production schedule or independent customer demand.

- Initiate purchase and work orders to support the demand plan, collaborating with suppliers and internal teams to ensure timely delivery.

- Work with suppliers to reduce lead time and order quantities, balancing supply with demand while managing excess and obsolete inventory.

- Participate in allocation calls with sourcing managers, suppliers, and other entities to assess constraints and recovery plans.

- Manage part change requests and ramp-up/ramp-down activities to support demand changes.

- Reconcile order boards for critical suppliers and parts, ensuring timely resolution of past due or constrained orders.

- Support continuous improvement initiatives, including safety, quality, and material flow projects.

- Communicate effectively within the team and across support functions to ensure alignment and execution of the production plan.

- Follow applicable HSE standards and report any work-related injuries, illnesses, incidents, or hazards.

Inventory Management: Optimize inventory levels to increase turns and reduce excess stock; evaluate part quantities and forecast needs for future purchases.

Procurement: Order parts and materials required for upfit, maintaining strong relationships with an assigned list of suppliers.

Supplier Coordination: Monitor and follow up on order status to ensure timely delivery of parts and materials.

Returns & Discrepancies: Manage supplier returns, resolve shipping discrepancies, and coordinate corrective actions as needed.

Invoice Reconciliation: Review and reconcile supplier invoices to ensure accuracy and resolve billing issues promptly.