2nd Shift, Distribution Center Planner (Wave/Transportation) at Stanley Black & Decker

Jackson, Tennessee, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Distribution, Logistics, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Business, Engineering, or 2-3 years of progressive distribution planning related experience
Minimum of 2 years progressive experience in planning and scheduling (distribution experience preferred, but manufacturing experience acceptable)
Six Sigma experience a plus
APICS certification a plus
Strong analytical skills
Strong software skills
Excellent communication skills

Responsibilities

Support the planning team and assist with communication between transportation, operations, and customer service
Prepare the outbound truckload shipping schedule for the following work day
Monitor on-time pickup performance of carriers and report issues to management
Work with the DC Operations team to help ensure orders are processed on time to meet the shipping schedule
Assist the DC Operations team in gathering information to estimate labor requirements for the shipping schedule
Coordinate with Customer Service, Operations, and transportation providers to help expedite high-priority orders as needed
Participate in process improvement activities as directed
Develop working knowledge of the Transportation Management System and Distribution Management System (DM Plus)

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Wave PlanningTransportation PlanningOutbound ShippingTruckload ShippingExpediting OrdersTMSDM PlusProcess ImprovementLabor Estimation

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits are offered for this position?

You'll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan, including medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement, plus discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools.

Is this position remote or onsite?

This is an onsite position in Jackson, TN.

What skills and experience are required for this role?

A Bachelor's Degree in Logistics, Business, Engineering, or 2-3 years of progressive distribution planning experience is required, along with minimum 2 years in planning and scheduling, strong analytical skills, strong software skills, and excellent communication skills.

What is the company culture like at Stanley Black & Decker?

The company values people with purpose, integrity, relentless pursuit of excellence, and care for making things better, offering an awesome place to work with mutual respect and appreciation for diverse perspectives.

What makes a strong candidate for this Distribution Center Planner role?

Strong candidates will have a Bachelor's degree or relevant experience, 2+ years in planning/scheduling (distribution preferred), strong analytical and software skills, excellent communication, plus Six Sigma or APICS certification.

Stanley Black & Decker

About Stanley Black & Decker

New Britain, ConnecticutHeadquarters

1843Year Founded

IPOCompany Stage

Industrial & Manufacturing, Consumer GoodsIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Company Match

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Wellness Program

Phone/Internet Stipend

Risks

Emerging Asian tool manufacturers increase competition, impacting market share and pricing.

Stricter environmental regulations may raise production costs for power tools.

Growing tool rental services could reduce individual tool purchases, affecting sales.

Differentiation

Stanley Black & Decker integrates WhisperDrive technology, enhancing product performance and market appeal.

DEWALT's POWERSHIFT system reduces CO2e emissions by up to 60%, leading in eco-friendly tools.

CRAFTSMAN's seven 2024 Pro Tool Innovation Awards highlight its industry-leading innovation.

Upsides

Partnership with WECS Renewables expands reach into the renewable energy sector.

Increased demand for eco-friendly tools boosts DEWALT's market traction in North America.

DEWALT's tool donation initiative supports tradespeople, potentially increasing brand loyalty.

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