Senior Logistical Planner

As a Senior Logistical Planner at our company in Oakland, your primary responsibility will be to oversee the demand and supply planning function for materials exceeding $50M annually. You'll develop material demand forecasts, release purchase requisitions, manage stock transfers, and ensure timely project delivery by coordinating with vendors and other teams. Additionally, your role involves maintaining SAP planning parameters and providing procurement support during emergencies.

Essential skills for the Senior Logistical Planner role at our company include proficiency in inventory management and statistics, a deep understanding of forecasting methods, and strong analytical abilities. Additionally, you should possess advanced Excel skills, particularly with functions like VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables, as well as excellent interpersonal and presentation skills to interact effectively with various teams.

For the Senior Logistical Planner position at our company, a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required. A Master’s degree or relevant certification, such as APICS CPIM, is highly desirable, as it demonstrates advanced knowledge and commitment to the field of supply chain management.

Yes, experience with SAP MRP systems is essential for the Senior Logistical Planner role at our company. Familiarity with other MRP systems will be beneficial as well. This knowledge helps you manage planning parameters effectively, aligning inventory with forecasts to achieve optimal performance.

Applicants for the Senior Logistical Planner position at our company should ideally have six years of experience in supply chain management or related fields. The right blend of professional experience, particularly in logistics and material planning, will help you excel in this role and contribute to our team's success.

When answering this question, emphasize your specific experiences developing demand forecasts. Highlight any forecasting tools or methodologies you’ve used, such as quantitative analysis or software like SAP. Use examples to demonstrate how your forecasts led to improved supply chain efficiency.

Show that you can effectively prioritize tasks by discussing your approach to project management. Mention methods like using Gantt charts or priority matrices. Use a specific example where you successfully balanced multiple projects while ensuring timelines and budgets were adhered to.

Discuss strategies such as just-in-time inventory management or mathematical forecasting methods. Illustrate your answer with an example that shows how you've successfully maintained inventory levels to meet demand without incurring excess costs.

Your response should involve outlining a methodical communication approach. Discuss how you assess the impact of material shortages, the steps you take to mitigate these issues, and how you keep stakeholders informed to maintain project integrity.

In your answer, highlight the critical technologies and software you use, such as ERP systems like SAP or forecasting tools. Explain how these technologies enhance your decision-making processes and improve efficiency in your logistics operations.

Provide a specific example where you had to make a challenging decision, detailing the situation, your thought process, and the outcome. Use the STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result) technique to structure your response clearly.

Your response should focus on communication and relationship-building. Describe your experience working with program management, finance, and construction teams, and outline strategies like regular meetings, utilizing collaboration tools, or shared project platforms.

Discuss instances where you've negotiated contracts or terms with vendors. Focus on your techniques, like understanding the vendor's needs, building rapport, and effectively communicating your requirements to reach mutually beneficial agreements.

Mention the resources you utilize, such as industry publications, online courses, and professional networks. Discuss how you implement new ideas or techniques from your findings in your everyday logistics planning.

Discuss relevant metrics such as inventory turnover rates, forecast accuracy, and order fulfillment rates. Explain how you track these metrics and use the data to inform decisions and improve overall supply chain performance.