Amazon.com Services LLC
Buying, Planning, Instock Management, Buying/Planning, subsidiaries
InventoryControlPlanner
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“Inventory Control Planner at Amazon.com Services LLC. Skills: Inventory optimization, 3PL management, Operational excellence. Manage performance of External Fulfillment Logistics provider. Manage cost of External Fulfillment Logistics provider”
What You'll Achieve.
Optimize inventory management; Drive inventory optimization; Drive inventory accuracy; Delight customers; Meet customer demand; Ensure seamless fulfillment; Enhance customer experience
Industry & Context.
Root cause analysis; Data analytics
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
3+ years supply chain experience, 3+ years inventory management experience, 3+ years project management experience, Bachelor's degree, Experience communicating with leadership, Experience communicating with stakeholders, Experience communicating with cross-functional teams, Experience with analytical skills, Experience with attention to detail, Experience with effective communication, Experience in vendor management
Nice to Have
Experience with Kaizen, Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Experience with Six Sigma, Experience with SQL, APICS Certification CPIM, APICS Certification CSCP
What You'll Do.
Manage performance of External Fulfillment Logistics provider
Manage cost of External Fulfillment Logistics provider
Manage capacity of External Fulfillment Logistics provider
Manage 3PL provider relationships
Drive continuous operational performance improvements
Ensure inventory accuracy
Implement inventory controls
Implement replenishment processes
Develop cycle count programs
Execute cycle count programs
Investigate inventory discrepancies
Determine root causes
Implement corrective actions
Analyze inventory data
Identify optimization opportunities
Recommend solutions to improve turns
Recommend solutions to reduce waste
Recommend solutions to enhance customer experience
Collaborate with procurement teams
Collaborate with operations teams
Collaborate with finance teams
Align on inventory goals
Drive initiatives to achieve inventory goals
Design inventory management workflows
Deploy inventory management workflows
Introduce system automation
Create standard operating procedures
Maintain standard operating procedures
Support system upgrades
Support system enhancements
Contribute to cross-functional projects
Provide analytical reports
Provide actionable insights
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Procurement teams; Operations teams; Finance teams
Communication Scope
Clear communication; Concise communication
Process & Methodology
Project management
Full Job Description
Are you inspired by solving complex supply chain challenges? Do you have a passion for driving operational excellence through process improvements and automation? We are seeking an experienced Inventory Control Planner to optimize inventory management, lead strategic initiatives, and partner across the organization to delight our customers. At the core of the Inventory Control Planner's responsibilities is driving inventory optimization and accuracy across the organization as well as managing the performance, cost, and capacity of our third-party logistics (3PL) providers. The Inventory Control Planner is focused on executing effective cycle count programs, investigating inventory discrepancies, and fine-tuning inventory levels to meet customer demand. This includes managing 3PL provider relationships, negotiating SLAs, and driving continuous operational performance improvements to ensure seamless fulfillment. The planner leverages advanced data analytics to uncover optimization opportunities and collaborates with cross-functional teams to implement solutions. In addition to these operational responsibilities, the Inventory Control Planner strives to streamline inventory management processes and introduce system automation where possible. By delivering inventory optimization, accuracy, and strong 3PL oversight, the Inventory Control Planner contributes directly to enhancing the overall customer experience. Key job responsibilities - Manage and control performance, cost and capacity of External Fulfillment Logistics provider (3PL) - Manage 3PL provider relationships, negotiate SLAs, and drive continuous operational performance improvements - Ensure inventory accuracy across assigned program by implementing inventory controls and replenishment processes - Develop and execute effective cycle count programs to maintain inventory accuracy - Investigate inventory discrepancies, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions - Analyze inventory data, identify opti
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