Hybrid Supply Planner

at CDW

• Job title: Supply Planner
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Junior
• Salary: $61,000 - $100,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Vernon Hills, United States

About the role

• Supply Planner developing and executing strategic inventory plans for assigned brands at CDW. Collaborating cross-functionally to optimize inventory levels and meet demand forecasts.

Responsibilities

• Utilize supply chain tools and best practices to optimize planning procedures, analytics, and metrics for timely product delivery.
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships in collaboration with demand planners to meet supply chain and category objectives.
• Analyze product categories and competitive landscapes to deliver supply recommendations aligned with inventory goals.
• Apply knowledge of pricing hierarchies and elasticity to manage products through their lifecycle.
• Maintain and apply inventory policies to support stocking and inventory management strategies.
• Analyze data to identify supply chain inefficiencies and implement corrective actions.
• Use Blue Yonder analytics to report on key metrics such as days of supply, aging inventory, backorders, lead time, and supplier fill rates.
• Maintain planning parameters including forecast allocation, inventory policy, pack size, and calendars.
• Analyze demand patterns and set thresholds for stockouts and lead times using Blue Yonder tools.
• Troubleshoot and refine replenishment recommendations using Blue Yonder supply planning modules.
• Collaborate with demand planners and suppliers to ensure supply plans align with demand forecasts.
• Support demand planners in resolving low forecast accuracy issues.
• Partner with Product Management to enhance product offerings and secure incremental funding.
• Work with Brand Management to achieve budgeted margin and revenue targets.
• Publish monthly supplier projections and lead supply chain optimization initiatives.
• May be responsible for drop ship planning depending on brand/category.
• Build and maintain strong relationships across departments and with external partners to drive operational efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree and 1 year of experience in Supply Chain, Procurement, or Inventory Planning OR 5 years of experience in Purchasing or Supply Chain Management without a degree
• Experience with demand planning/forecasting applications (JDA/Blue Yonder preferred)
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, including with executive leadership
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office applications
• Strong business acumen and partner management skills
• Ability to travel when required
• Experience in highly transactional and volatile supply chain environments
• Critical thinking and resourcefulness in solving inventory and planning challenges.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible work hours
• Paid time off
• Remote work options