Supply Chain Demand Planner – On Site (Not Remote)
20 hours ago
Hempstead
For more than 79 years, Winholt Equipment has been an industry leader in the custom design and manufacturing of food handling and food preparation equipment for the food service industry. We pride ourselves in meeting the ever-changing customer needs through creative engineering, product development, and distribution. We are seeking a Supply Planner/Analyst to join our experienced Supply Chain team here in our Woodbury, NY office. This is a dynamic, high-impact role focused on metal planning and sourcing—primarily aluminum, stainless steel, and steel—across our domestic and international supply base. This position offers full ownership of the planning lifecycle, from demand forecasting and inventory optimization to negotiation and purchasing, with a strong emphasis on problem-solving and proactive supply chain management. No visa sponsorship or relocation assistance available. Responsibilities: • Develop and maintain accurate forecasts using historical data, seasonality, and market trends., • Apply Min/Max planning principles to optimize inventory levels across three manufacturing sites., • Monitor SKU velocity and adjust safety stock targets to support service level goals., • Manage purchasing of metals and other categories as assigned, from domestic and international suppliers., • Negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms to ensure cost-effective and reliable supply., • Support supplier management and new product sourcing initiatives., • Maintain optimal inventory levels while minimizing excess and obsolescence., • Monitor POs, inbound shipments, and inventory KPIs to prevent stockouts and delays., • Own cradle-to-grave product lifecycle planning, including master data accuracy., • Work closely with Sales, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Warehouse teams., • Lead or support S&OP processes to align supply, demand, and capacity., • Communicate proactively with stakeholders on supply risks and resolutions., • Manage other product categories as assigned, ensuring consistent planning, sourcing, and inventory control practices across all areas., • Identify and lead initiatives to improve forecasting accuracy, inventory health, and supply chain efficiency., • Provide actionable insights through reporting and analysis. Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, or related field., • 3+ years of experience in supply planning, preferably in a manufacturing environment., • Strong analytical skills and Excel proficiency; experience with Epicor or similar ERP systems is a plus., • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting., • Excellent communication and negotiation skills., • Self-starter with a proactive mindset and problem-solving orientation. Pay: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year What We Offer: • Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, • 401K with matching, • Life Insurance, AD&D & LTD, • Paid Time Off Physical Requirements: • Able to work in a typical office environment., • Must be able to work on the shop/warehouse floor and follow Winholt’s requirements for the use of PPE., • Able to sit, stoop, bend, crouch, sit, stand, walk, and carry. Winholt Equipment Corp is an Equal Opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, parental status, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, arrest or conviction record, immigration or citizenship status, caregiver status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We also provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs. Winholt Equipment Corp conforms to the spirit and letter of all applicable laws and regulations.