Role: Supply Planner  

This role will be responsible to maintain efficient supply chain operations by having the right amount of inventory on hand, availability, fill rates, DSI etc.. Predict demand using supply chain analytics tools & help the company avoid sales risk, achieve working capital targets, and maintain minimal excess and obsolescence.

Work cross-functionally with Stanley Black & Decker’s Product, Marketing, suppliers, distribution centers, transportation, and Demand Planning counterparts.

This role is responsible for complete inventory management which is very critical to company success.

Major Responsibilities:

Work closely with The Demand Planning Team to understand and plan supply/Inventory to support business objectivesResponsible for the effective and efficient management of inventory levels within set KPIs (Inventory, DSI, excess & obsolete, Unit Fill Rate etc.)Work closely with factories / suppliers on Lead-Time improvements & supplier performance to serve markets with optimum Inventory and at least costs.Use Data Analytics, ABC / Threshold Analysis and other tools to maintain right inventory levels with right quality at right location. Tracking & expediting production to ensure orders are filled on time and that Service Levels are at targetManage global suppliers, GSMA, Third Party Suppliers, factories & DCs to prioritize production/replenishment, constraint management & supply / network optimization / logistical issues. Make recommendations to resolveAs a key Stakeholder in S&OP process, Work with sales, marketing, supply chain, suppliers and manufacturing for successful new product introductions, product life cycle, trends & seasonality, and phase in/out processes, Avoid stock outs and/or excess & obsolescenceDefine and implement improvement projects. Identify root causes and drive corrective and preventive actions by working together with cross functional teams to deliver/Exceed on Targets.Actively review, manage, and update ETA of inbound purchase orders using ERP/JDA and Excel based reporting. Updating arrival dates where necessaryExpert in the JDA supply planning systems to support availability and drive planning efficiency. Own and manage the JDA supply planning system, leverage IT platforms such as SAP, BW etc., for data driven decision makingRegularly review and update system settings, maintain planning parameters (MOQ, Lead Time etc.) to maintain a clean and robust working environment Contribute to Sales and Operations Execution (S&OE) preparation processes

Soft Skills requirement:

• Strong Business Acumen

• Time Management

• Establish plans/projects to hit objectives

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to work cross-functionally

• Analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Dependable, self-motivated and results oriented.

• Ability to communicate with all levels of the organization.

Education & Experience:

8+ years of demonstrated Inventory Planning/Supply Chain experienceBachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.Demonstrated ability to work in a complex, fast paced, deadline-driven environmentIntermediate/advanced experience using Microsoft ExcelComputer proficiency a must (MS Office products)Knowledge of SAP and JDA Supply Planning System an asset

We Don’t Just Build The World, We Build Innovative Technology Too.

Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means working in an innovative, tech-driven and highly collaborative team environment supported by over 58,000 professionals in 60 countries across the globe. Here, you’ll get the unique chance to impact some of the world’s most iconic brands including STANLEY TOOLS, DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, MAC TOOLS and Black + Decker. Your ideas and solutions have the potential to reach millions of customers as we work together to write the next chapter in our history. Come build with us and take your career to new heights.

Who We Are 

We’re the World’s largest tool company. We’re industry visionaries. We’re solving problems and advancing the manufacturing trade through innovative technology and our Industry 4.0 Initiative. We are committed to ensuring our state-of-the-art “smart factory” products and services provide greater quality to our customers & greater environmental and social value to our planet. We are unique in that we have a rich and storied history dating back to 1843, but that hasn't stopped us from evolving into a vibrant, diverse, global growth company.

Global Benefits & Perks
You’ll be rewarded with a competitive salary plus receive entitlements and benefits unique to your country of hire. 

What You’ll Also Get

Career Opportunity: Career paths aren’t linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.

Learning & Development: 
Our lifelong learning philosophy means you’ll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).

Diverse & Inclusive Culture:
We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that’s how the best work gets done. You’ll find we like to have fun here, too.

Purpose-Driven Company:
You’ll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.