Overview

The Supply Chain Planner requires direct coordination with various teams within the supply chain organization, including close collaboration with the commercial sales and manufacturing departments. This critical new position as a Kansas Supply Chain Team member provides excellent opportunities for professional growth. Reporting to the Manager of Supply Chain Planning, the role will be based in De Soto, Kansas.

Responsibilities

Summary: We are proud to announce the establishment of a state-of-the-art Li-ion battery factory, set amidst the beautiful Kansas City Metro. This groundbreaking green-field factory will serve as a pioneering hub for innovation in sustainable energy solutions.

If you are passionate about contributing to a sustainable future and being part of a dynamic team shaping the electric vehicle revolution, this opportunity is tailor-made for you. We are seeking dedicated individuals to join us as full-time, on-site team members at our new, state-of-the-art factory located in the thriving city of DeSoto, Kansas.

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America (PECNA) is seeking a high-performing Supply Chain Planner to join our team.

Job Summary: The Supply Chain Planner requires direct coordination with various teams within the supply chain organization, including close collaboration with the commercial sales and manufacturing departments. This critical new position as a Kansas Supply Chain Team member provides excellent opportunities for professional growth. Reporting to the Manager of Supply Chain Planning, the role will be based in De Soto, Kansas.

Essential Duties:

• Establish and execute short-term and long-term demand planning processes to optimize production materials, raw materials inventory, and overall finished goods stock.

• Drive alignment with the commercial organization on monthly and yearly finished good battery demand.

• Responsible to ensure manufacturing throughput is maintained without disruption.

• Help deploy modern supply chain planning tools to optimize inventory, provide real-time supply chain visibility while ensuring digital investments return a positive ROI that supports the business ambition.

• In collaboration with the PECNA Technology team, develop and support the implementation of a new SAP ERP system.

• Develop content and participate in supply chain planning performance review and approval meetings.

• Develop, present and execute action plans to support achievement of agreed commitments and optimization projects that continuously improve PECNA quality, cost, and reliability.

• Work closely with the Panasonic North America Commercial Organization to understand customer requirements for demand and production.

• Provide Supply Chain planning functional expertise to guide and advise management.

• Develop skills as an employee through training, project opportunities for skills expansion, and individual development plans.

• Establish and lead the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process working directly with the PECNA Commercial team and with multiple OEM customers.

• Partner with plant production teams to ensure alignment on plans and optimize production to meet daily and weekly targets.

The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements

• To ensure the health and safety in the workplace and for the protection of our employees’, wearing PPE is a possibility and includes equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator.

Qualifications: Requirements - Required and/or Preferred

Education :

• Basic/Required: Bachelor of Art of Bachelor of Science in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field.

• Preferred: Master of Business or related

Essential Qualifications:

• 5+ years working in Supply Chain

• 5 years Supply/Demand Planning experience

• Sales / Sales Operations experience a plus

• ASCM/APICS, and/or PMP Certifications a plus

• Energy, Technology, Automotive or Manufacturing industry experience

• Operational transformation experience including ERP and SCM Systems implementation including SCM Planning tools.

• Proven background setting up a best-in-class Demand Planning

• Strategic thinking and analysis capabilities including identifying risks and opportunities across Demand Planning.

• Demonstrated communication, presentation, and writing skills.

• Data analytical skills to drive decision making

• Ability to solve complex problems and propose alternative solutions

• Ability to communicate across all levels of the organization as well as externally to customers & suppliers

• Ability to communicate cross-culturally with Japanese colleagues and business leaders in English.

• Collaboration and influencing skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Physical Demands:

Physical Activities: (Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to)

• Sit: 40%

• Walk: 30%

• Stand: 20%

• Lift: 10%

Required Lifting and Carrying: (Required frequency is: Not required (0%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%, Continuous (67-100%)

• Up to 10 lbs.: Occasional

• Up to 20 lbs.: Occasional

• Up to 35 lbs.: Occasional

• Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Not Required

About Us: At the heart of this visionary project, Panasonic is committed to manufacturing cutting-edge cylindrical lithium-ion cells that will power the future of electric mobility. These cells will be meticulously crafted to meet the growing demands of the automotive industry, supporting various electric vehicle manufacturers in their quest for eco-friendly transportation solutions.

This role presents a unique chance to be at the forefront of innovation, working within a forward-thinking organization that is committed to environmental responsibility and the advancement of green technology. Be a part of our mission to power the future and make a difference in the world of electric mobility with Panasonic!

Supplemental Information: Pre-employment drug testing is required. Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.

Panasonic is an Equal Opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America.

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