Senior Analyst - Demand Planning (MA)
Montgomery, Alabama, United States of America
Full Time
1 week ago
Key skills
AnalyticsCommunication
About this role
About GLOVIS America Inc.
GLOVIS America, Inc. is a third-party logistics provider headquartered in Irvine, CA. Since our inception in 2002, we are committed to delivering our customers products via truck, rail, or ocean vessel throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Glovis America makes every effort to exceed standards by providing quality service to our customers and vendors of the automotive, freight forwarding, parts distribution, used car, and fuel industries. We cater logistics strategies and processes to our customers' needs by utilizing the latest information systems and advanced technologies.
Summary
The Demand Planning Senior Analyst will be responsible for coordinating with various departments such as operations, warranty, body shop, and campaign, as well as National Headquarters, to facilitate the creation of a production plan. This plan will be entered into our custom web-based Transportation Management System (TMS) software to provide accurate Estimated Time of Arrivals (ETAs) to our finished vehicle customers.
Responsibilities & Essential Functions
• Coordinate with local departments (operations, yard management, warranty, body shop, and campaign) and National Headquarters to gather necessary information for creating a production plan
◦ Analyze historical data and current trends to develop accurate production plans
◦ Confirm that production plan fits within capacity constraints at the department level
◦ Develop and provide input on medium and long-term production goals (tender targets)
◦ Communicate effectively with our customers and HQ Logistics Planning to ensure all input and feedback is considered in the production planning process
◦ Enter production plans into our custom web-based TMS software accurately and in a timely manner
• Monitor and track the progress of production plans, identify any issues or delays, and proactively communicate updates to relevant parties
◦ Identify areas for process improvement within the vehicle inventory control function and work collaboratively to identify countermeasures
◦ Cross-train on Vehicle Inventory Control duties (out gating, vessel reconciliation, hot car escalation) and backfill as necessary
• Train and mentor junior analysts, providing guidance and support as needed
◦ Other duties as assigned
Benefits of Working at GLOVIS America Inc.
• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Basic Life and AD&D as well as Short and Long Term Disability
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick leave
• Hospital and Critical Illness Insurance
• Wellness Program and Gym Reimbursement*
• 401(k) with Generous Matching
• Referral Bonuses*
• Auto Allowance*
• Quarterly Employee Lunches, Summer Refreshments, and Monthly Team Building Activities*
• Discretionary Bonuses*
• Tuition Reimbursement*
*Benefits may vary by location. All benefits pursuant to Company policy
Skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills Required
• Ability to work independently and in a team Required
• Proficient with PC skills: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and database management systems Required
• Knowledge of finished vehicle logistics processes and regulations is Preferred
Education & Experience
• HS Diploma/G.E.D. Required
• Bachelors degree Preferred
• 3 - 5 Years of experience in business, analytics, logistics, warehousing, automotive Required
• 4-7 years of experience in business, analytics, logistics, warehousing, automotive Preferred
Glovis America, Inc. adheres to the equal employment opportunity guidelines set forth by federal, state, and local laws. The information requested on this form is sought in good faith and will not be used to discriminate against the applicant based on race, religion or creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, marital status, sex or gender (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, or related circumstances), gender identity, gender expression, age, citizenship, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, military and veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws.
Physical Requirements
• Sit/Stand/Walk
Working and Environmental Conditions
This position works in a plant manufacturing/warehouse setting at Montgomery, AL
• Exposure to loud noises from vehicles and heavy machinery
• Exposure to indoor and outdoor weather conditions
• Exposure to chemicals/fumes
The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of skills and abilities required to do the job. Glovis America, Inc. reserves the right to alter and change this job description at any time without notice based on business needs.
GLOVIS America, Inc. is a third-party logistics provider headquartered in Irvine, CA. Since our inception in 2002, we are committed to delivering our customers products via truck, rail, or ocean vessel throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Glovis America makes every effort to exceed standards by providing quality service to our customers and vendors of the automotive, freight forwarding, parts distribution, used car, and fuel industries. We cater logistics strategies and processes to our customers' needs by utilizing the latest information systems and advanced technologies.
Summary
The Demand Planning Senior Analyst will be responsible for coordinating with various departments such as operations, warranty, body shop, and campaign, as well as National Headquarters, to facilitate the creation of a production plan. This plan will be entered into our custom web-based Transportation Management System (TMS) software to provide accurate Estimated Time of Arrivals (ETAs) to our finished vehicle customers.
Responsibilities & Essential Functions
• Coordinate with local departments (operations, yard management, warranty, body shop, and campaign) and National Headquarters to gather necessary information for creating a production plan
◦ Analyze historical data and current trends to develop accurate production plans
◦ Confirm that production plan fits within capacity constraints at the department level
◦ Develop and provide input on medium and long-term production goals (tender targets)
◦ Communicate effectively with our customers and HQ Logistics Planning to ensure all input and feedback is considered in the production planning process
◦ Enter production plans into our custom web-based TMS software accurately and in a timely manner
• Monitor and track the progress of production plans, identify any issues or delays, and proactively communicate updates to relevant parties
◦ Identify areas for process improvement within the vehicle inventory control function and work collaboratively to identify countermeasures
◦ Cross-train on Vehicle Inventory Control duties (out gating, vessel reconciliation, hot car escalation) and backfill as necessary
• Train and mentor junior analysts, providing guidance and support as needed
◦ Other duties as assigned
Benefits of Working at GLOVIS America Inc.
• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Basic Life and AD&D as well as Short and Long Term Disability
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick leave
• Hospital and Critical Illness Insurance
• Wellness Program and Gym Reimbursement*
• 401(k) with Generous Matching
• Referral Bonuses*
• Auto Allowance*
• Quarterly Employee Lunches, Summer Refreshments, and Monthly Team Building Activities*
• Discretionary Bonuses*
• Tuition Reimbursement*
*Benefits may vary by location. All benefits pursuant to Company policy
Skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills Required
• Ability to work independently and in a team Required
• Proficient with PC skills: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and database management systems Required
• Knowledge of finished vehicle logistics processes and regulations is Preferred
Education & Experience
• HS Diploma/G.E.D. Required
• Bachelors degree Preferred
• 3 - 5 Years of experience in business, analytics, logistics, warehousing, automotive Required
• 4-7 years of experience in business, analytics, logistics, warehousing, automotive Preferred
Glovis America, Inc. adheres to the equal employment opportunity guidelines set forth by federal, state, and local laws. The information requested on this form is sought in good faith and will not be used to discriminate against the applicant based on race, religion or creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, marital status, sex or gender (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, or related circumstances), gender identity, gender expression, age, citizenship, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, military and veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws.
Physical Requirements
• Sit/Stand/Walk
Working and Environmental Conditions
This position works in a plant manufacturing/warehouse setting at Montgomery, AL
• Exposure to loud noises from vehicles and heavy machinery
• Exposure to indoor and outdoor weather conditions
• Exposure to chemicals/fumes
The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of skills and abilities required to do the job. Glovis America, Inc. reserves the right to alter and change this job description at any time without notice based on business needs.