Garmin Hiring for Global Supply Chain Planner 2 Job at Olathe, KS Full Time

As a leading worldwide provider of navigation devices and wearable technology, our focus is on developing, designing and supporting superior products. Our advanced technology promotes performance, safety and ease of use in every market we serve. That makes us an engineering and technology company with a keen focus on recruiting talent in those fields. But the same vertical integration business model that keeps all design and manufacturing processes in-house also gives us the incentive to hire top performers from different backgrounds, including operations, finance and accounting, information technology, sales, marketing and communications.

In operations and facilities, we literally do it all…in-house. We are looking for skilled, energetic individuals who want to join our quality, international shipping, manufacturing, office services, planning, purchasing, receiving, returns and warehouse teams. These associates do everything from delivering packages and purchasing supplies to assembling aviation panel mounts and ensuring our large shipments of goods are exported according to applicable international laws. Together, they proactively support associates and customers alike. If you’re ready to work – and have fun, too – come, help us put the pieces together!

We are seeking a full-time Repair & Service Parts Planner 2 for our world headquarters in Olathe, Kansas. In this role, you will be responsible for the development, implementation and ongoing administration of service plans. This includes material forecasting and maintenance. You will also apply knowledge of product support planning, product lifecycle, return & rework flow, and inventory control systems to provide for and manage service inventory. May lead planning related projects. Other essential functions include:

Proficiently applies knowledge and understanding of Oracle, PLAN, Agile, and MRP in performance of planning tasks including:

• Administers planning tasks in Oracle ERP system
• Competently utilizes Oracle Discoverer to generate reports used in planning activities
• Uses PLAN to facilitate MRP order releases
• Uses Agile to perform administrative responsibilities including creation of BOM’s (Bill of Materials) and processing ECOs (Engineering Change Orders)
• Exercises effective communication skills in performance of tasks/projects with customers, other departments, and cross functional teams to meet and exceed customer expectations

Provides reliable solutions to a variety of problems using sound problem solving techniques including:

• Determining root cause analysis and development of corrective action plans
• Assembling and analyzing data, identifying problems and developing recommendations which support supply chain operations and planning

Qualified candidates possess a Bachelors’ Degree AND 3 years’ experience performing a role substantially similar to the essential functions of this job description OR Associates Degree from a two year college or university AND 5 years’ experience performing a role substantially similar to the essential functions of this job description OR, High School Diploma or Equivalent AND 10 years’ experience performing a role substantially similar to the essential functions of this job description OR High School Diploma or Equivalent AND 5 years’ experience performing a role substantially similar to the essential functions of this job description AND management approved supply chain certificate. Other requirements include:

• Demonstrates intermediate proficiency and knowledge of applicable Microsoft Office software
• Facilitates lean practices
• Solid understanding of warehouse, manufacturing and service processes
• Demonstrates intermediate knowledge and use of planning tools
• Demonstrates full proficiency and knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Distribution Resource Planning (DRP) or Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) and other planning tools required to perform essential functions of this role
• Demonstrates full knowledge and use of supply chain processes relevant for performing planning function

Previous work or internship experience working in a manufacturing or distribution environment is highly preferred!

Our benefits are designed to lead an evolving marketplace, support innovation and encourage a healthy balance between work and life. They allow our associates to make their own decisions about their wellbeing and future and consistently rank Garmin as a top tier benefits provider when compared to other high-tech employers. We offer a choice of high value medical, dental and vision plans with low or no premiums, to fit your and your family’s preferences. In addition, Garmin’s financial benefits include a generous 401K retirement plan that provides 5% of pay base contribution plus a match of 75 cents for every dollar you contribute to a maximum of 10% of your compensation. The employee stock purchase plan allows for shares to be bought at a 15% discount. Garmin offers many other benefits and perks ranging from wellbeing initiatives, educational assistance and career development, community charity support, and employee discounts just to name a few.

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.