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Logistics Planner - US - Apex, NC

The Blueprint (Role Profile)

The Logistics Planner will serve as the planner of Distribution. Key focus will be on order/inventory strategy and movement to effectively plan, control, maintain, and monitor the daily Logistics operation to ensure a high-level of operational efficiency, on time delivery of shipments, and customer satisfaction.

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The Build (Responsibilities)

• Participates in creation of monthly and weekly DC master planning and daily execution meetings.
• Directs the daily outbound wave planning according to the priorities of the DC for service and capacity management.
• Collaborates with Operations Manager on capacity planning/staffing levels.
• Directs service operations team members to critical functions that will ensure completion of daily, weekly, and long-term objectives that directly improve service.
• Accountable to complete root cause process for service failures and compilation of action plan for prevention of future failures.
• Accountable for oversight of bin stock levels and proper setups to enable proper flow of product for outbound execution.
• Make plans and schedules service operations team members to provide adequate coverage across shipping window in the DC.
• Assigns or reassigns tasks to associates as needed based on work priorities within the department, focusing on service and quality of work.
• Works and communicates effectively with all company team members (Distribution Center, Customer Service, Supply Planning, etc.) to deliver expected results.
• Must be able to use root-cause problem solving techniques to resolve operational issues.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

The Toolbox (Qualifications)

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in an Engineering or Supply Chain discipline required or 10 years of experience in an Operations planning role accepted in lieu of education.
• Extreme attention to detail and accuracy; High standards for quality work and workplace.
• Self-directed, task oriented and flexible. Excellent organizational and regulation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solve and develop ideas and suggestions for process improvements.
• Extensive knowledge and experience of PC including Windows XP, Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook. WMS, AS400 experience preferred. SQL capabilities preferred
• Knowledge of Distribution Operations to include inventory movement strategies, planning strategies and operational efficiency is highly preferred.
• Training and/or previous experience with automated and/or RF systems
• Critical thinking ability required to assess data and performance trends for opportunities and/or improvement.

At Apex Tool Group (www.apextoolgroup.com), we're passionate about innovation. Whether that be products, processes or operations, our associates strive to find new ways each day to help our end-users solve their most complex challenges. By harnessing our global resources, unprecedented insights and spirit for service, we build more than just tools for the job site - we help build the future.

ATG is a global manufacturer of hand and power tools, tool storage and accessories, chain, and electronic soldering solutions with more than $1.4 billion in annual revenues. Our 6,900 global associates have built powerhouse brands like GEARWRENCH, SATA, Crescent, Cleco, Weller and APEX that professional trades and DIY enthusiasts alike can trust to get the job done. With our roots dating back to the 1800s, our tools have driven technological advancements that drive efficiency, speed and end-user safety in a broad range of commercial and consumer markets.

As part of the ATG team, you will move fast, think globally, learn from your colleagues and grow your career. You'll enjoy competitive benefits, a healthy work/life balance and have opportunities to give back to the communities we serve.
Our six core values - Customers come first, Integrity in all we do, Continuous improvement, Innovation for growth, Passion to succeed and Best talent, one team - drive our daily decisions. Connect with us on social media to learn more - LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.

If your goal is to work where finding a better way never ends and your ideas become a reality, join us! #WeBuildATG