Planner, Distribution

In our ‘always on’ world, we believe it’s essential to have a genuine connection with the work you do.

As a Distribution Planner, you are responsible for your own material schedule, reviewing current demand, your current supply plan and the current available-to-promise (ATP) quantity.

You will be processing and monitoring daily purchase orders based on MRP results, this in accordance with the overall BU targeted inventory level. Assuring timely delivery of purchased components and finished goods by building a constructive relationship with several supplying parties is a key element in your position. 

In your central role between customer and supplier, you will have an intensive daily interaction with customer service in order to offer a high service level based on customer expectations. You actively contribute in establishing a balanced supply chain, cost-cash-service triangle.

This role will be based in El Paso, TX; Richardson, TX; Shakopee, MN or Claremont, NC five days a week.

How You'll Help Us Connect the World

External/Internal Customer Service

• Respond to Customer Service Team requests/expedites in a timely manner
• Monitor and support fluctuating demands through SAP – MRP system
• Place purchase orders with appropriate dates and quantity in line with MRP requirements
• Monitor daily performance and assess long term business issues
• Manage any shortages or priority allocations with the Demand Planning team
• Work with suppliers, customers, logistics and operations team towards continuous improvement
• Support processes on invoice discrepancies, solve discrepancies on incoming material

Supplier Relations

• Monitor daily performance and communicate to vendors accordingly to improve on time delivery
• Work with suppliers and other members of purchasing team towards continuous improvement in the areas of quality, performance, pricing and lead-time reduction whenever possible

Inventory Management

• Maintain order policies and maximize customer satisfaction while minimizing inventory levels
• Analyze safety stocks & forecast to provide recommendations to the Demand Planning team on changes
• Monitor and report on inventory and turns levels in region
  • Analyze and report on slow moving inventory

• Work with warehouse and shipping team

Required Qualifications for Consideration:

• 5 years experience in a supply chain environment.
• Planner/material controller experience in a systems driven environment
• Problem solving skills
• Maintaining excellent customer service levels under pressure/stress-resistant
• Excellent communication skills
• Good working knowledge of MS Excel

You Will Excite Us If You Have:

• Bachelor degree in Logistics/Supply Chain or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of SAP
• Other language skills

Our salary ranges consider a wide variety of factors, including but not limited to benchmarking by independent third-party consultants, skill sets, years of experience, training, education, geography, and other business needs. Depending on experience, the range can be higher for candidates with exceptional experience and a demonstrated history of successful performance. The expected salary range for this position is $69,700.00 to $87,100.00.

The candidate will be rewarded with a comprehensive benefits package, including, medical, dental, and vision plans, life and accidental death insurance, a 401(k) plan, and participation in the Company’s Incentive Plan. Candidates starting with the Company will be eligible for eleven paid holidays in a full calendar year, two weeks of paid vacation (prorated based on start date), as well as other leave options.

What Happens After You Apply:

Learn how to prepare yourself for the next steps in our hiring process by visiting https://jobs.commscope.com/content/How-We-Hire/?locale=en_US

Why CommScope:

CommScope is on a quest to deliver connectivity that empowers how we live, work, and learn. Our employees push the boundaries of communications technology that enables game-changing discoveries like 5G, the Internet of Things, and gigabit speeds for everyone, everywhere. With our unmatched expertise in copper, fiber, and wireless infrastructure, our global clients rely on us to outperform today and be ready for the needs of tomorrow. 

If you want to grow your career alongside bright, passionate, and caring people who strive to create what's next…..come connect to your future at CommScope.

CommScope is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO), including people with disabilities and veterans. If you are seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process, please contact us to submit your request at talentacquisition@commscope.com. You can also learn more about CommScope’s accommodation process and EEO policy at https://jobs.commscope.com/eeo