Inventory Planner at Westlake

Houston, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Chemicals, Manufacturing, PolyethyleneIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (Logistics, Engineering, Supply Chain, or IS/IT preferred); relevant work experience will also be considered
Minimum 3 years of experience in logistics, supply chain, or customer service
Excellent computer skills with emphasis in model based inventory management and database systems
Detail-oriented and proficient at data gathering, data analysis, and time management
Experience using planning and scheduling systems or forecast management systems in the process industries preferred
Experience with ERP systems, such as SAP, and Microsoft Office applications
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Ability to sit, stand, walk, use hands, reach, talk/hear frequently; occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch; lift/move up to 10 pounds; specific vision abilities (close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, adjust focus)
Ability to work in moderate noise office environment; occasional work in operating units requiring PPE (safety glasses, hearing protection); exposure to outside elements; use stairs/elevators; 10% travel (air or auto)

Responsibilities

Oversee and plan inventory at warehouses and terminals to meet customer demand
Maintain route and lead-time parameters in scheduling model
Work together with Production Planners and Shipping Coordinator to meet customer demand supplied from warehouses and terminals
Respond daily to changes in customer demand and take action to maintain optimal inventories
Create and update stock transfer orders as needed
Communicate proactively with Sales and Customer Experience teams on product availability at warehouses and terminals
Coordinate with Product Management to ensure safety stock levels are aligned with business needs
Provide routine reports on inventory to Product Management for their review
Backup other positions as needed
Any additional responsibilities or tasks as assigned

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Inventory ManagementSupply ChainLogisticsData AnalysisPlanning SystemsScheduling SystemsForecast ManagementDatabase SystemsModel Based InventoryStock Transfer Orders

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What education and experience are required for the Inventory Planner role?

A Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Engineering, Supply Chain, or IS/IT is preferred, along with a minimum of 3 years of experience in logistics, supply chain, or customer service. Relevant work experience may also be considered in lieu of the degree.

What key skills are needed for this position?

Candidates must have excellent computer skills with emphasis in model based inventory management and database systems, proficiency in data gathering, data analysis, time management, and strong interpersonal communication skills. Experience with planning and scheduling systems, ERP systems like SAP, and Microsoft Office is preferred.

Is this a remote position, or what is the work location policy?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the company culture like at Westlake?

Westlake offers an entrepreneurial environment where employees work together to enhance peoples' lives through products and community presence.

What does the work environment and travel look like for this role?

The work is primarily in an office with moderate noise levels, but may involve some time in operating units requiring PPE, exposure to outside elements, and 10% travel including air travel or auto.