Deployer/Inventory Planner

Description:Puget Sound candidates only A large firm in downtown Seattle is looking to hire a skilled Deployer/Supply Chain Planner. This role is paying $26-33 an hour and is a 6 month contract to start. This role currently is remote, but could be onsite a few days starting in the 3nd QTR. The Deployer role is responsible for the planning and movement of finished goods from a specific manufacturing or inventory mixing location to multiple Distribution Centers in order to satisfy demand while managing freshness, inventory levels, and cost targets. Specific responsibilities will vary by Deployer and can change to fit the business needs. Facilitate collaboration across functions: Demand Planning/Finite Scheduling/Transportation/Warehouse Operations/Customer Service Evaluate system recommendations and decide what actions to take Create/edit Transfer orders in WMS system and EDI same to Transportation/3PL Maintain service levels in DC markets at or above established targets by SKU class. Manage orders to meet transportation payload targets established for the shipping lane. Evaluate inventory coverage at DC's and initiate re-deployment as necessary to minimize risk of scrap Manage the inventory transitions of seasonal limited editions as well as new and discontinued items Manage warehouse utilization at the plants within targeted range to leverage assets and minimize storage Manage forward deployment of inventory to leverage excess storage space at DC's. Execute deployment recommendations from the system assigned source within a defined % variance which supports maximum direct plant shipments Plan pallet direct loading for the plants and execute within metric targets Plan all movements from plants to their network storage locations Plan all movements from plant storage locations back to the plant Manage code date rotation in the plant warehouse network within Nestle SLED standards. Participate in and lead continuous improvement projects. Develop training guides, process changes, and SOP's as needed KPI reporting as neededSkills:SAP, APO, data analysis, supply chain analysis, supply chain, inventory, inventory management, sap apo, vlookup, pivot table, Planning, forcasting, Manugistics, HyperionTop Skills Details:SAP,APO,data analysisAdditional Skills & Qualifications:MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS & EDUCATION LEVEL: High School Diploma or GED required Bachelor’s degree preferred Minimum of 2 years of experience in supply chain operations SKILLS: Intermediate level Microsoft Office skills required, proficient in MS Office, IMREX, Manugistics, and Hyperion.Experience Level:Expert LevelWe reserve the right to pay above or below theposted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protectedclassification.Eligibility requirements apply tosome benefits and may depend on your job classification and length ofemployment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specificelections, plan, or program terms. This temporary role may be eligiblefor the following: · Medical, dental & vision · 401(k)/Roth· Insurance (Basic/Supplemental Life &AD&D) · Short and long-term disability · Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts(HSA & DCFSA) · Transportation benefits · Employee Assistance Program · Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or SickLeave) Compensation is tied to theColorado and Washington markets for jobs performed in Colorado and Washington.Other locations may be subject to variances based on location-relatedfactors. About Aston Carter: Please Note: Scammers are posing as Aston Carter. We'll never contact you via Gmail, Telegram, or WhatsApp and we'll never solicit money from you.At Aston Carter, we’re dedicated to expanding career opportunities for the skilled professionals who power our business. Our success is driven by the talented, motivated people who join our team across a range of positions – from recruiting, sales and delivery to corporate roles. As part of our team, employees have the opportunity for long-term career success, where hard work is rewarded and the potential for growth is limitless.Established in 1997, Aston Carter is a leading staffing and consulting firm, providing high-caliber talent and premium services to more than 7,000 companies across North America. Spanning four continents and more than 200 offices, we extend our clients’ capabilities by seeking solvers and delivering solutions to address today’s workforce challenges. For organizations looking for innovative solutions shaped by critical-thinking professionals, visit AstonCarter.com. 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