Acuity Brands Inc. Conyers , GA 30012
Posted 4 weeks ago
We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light, and more things to come… for our customers, our communities, and our planet.
Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light, and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting and Lighting Controls (ABL) and the Intelligent Spaces Group (ISG), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people's lives.
We are positioned at the intersection of sustainability and technology. Our businesses develop technology that helps save our customers energy and reduce their carbon emissions. We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and location-aware applications.
Job Summary
Passionate to make a step change in end user satisfaction AND end of period financials? Interested in engaging with Sales, Product Mgmt., Operations, and Finance in integrated collaboration? Join Acuity Brands Lighting to drive transformative change and impact the future of lighting. With a commitment to excellence in inventory management, we are seeking a highly motivated Inventory Planner to join our dynamic Supply Chain Strategy team. As the industry leader in Lighting and Controls, we offer a collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a significant impact in optimizing our inventory strategy. As an Inventory Planner, you will be responsible for managing inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability while minimizing carrying costs and stockouts. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will analyze independent demand, optimize target inventory levels, and coordinate long-term planning activities to support our business objectives. This role offers the opportunity to utilize your analytical skills, collaborate with diverse stakeholders, and contribute to the success of our organization's business operations.
Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)
Utilizing our approved 24mo. plans, determine optimal level of inventory to support service and business objectives
Develop target inventory levels that meet the needs of service levels while maintaining cash flow targets
Continually anlayze and refine inventory planning parameters to improve working capital
Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance inventory management processes
Identify and manage all excess or slow-moving inventory to minimize losses
Obsolete / Excess Management: Implement strategies, tactics and policies to reduce obsolete inventory levels
Analyze inventory performance and identify proposed opportunities for improvement.
Generate reports and dashboards to track inventory performance and key metrics
Implement new initiatives that drive step change performance in our overall inventory objectives
Leverage industry best practices and market research to continually improve our operations
Education (minimum education required)
Bachelor of Arts
Skills and Minimum Experience Required
3 to 5 years experience
ERP experience SAP or Oracle
Procurement / Planning Experience
Inventory Management
Lean Manufacturing Knowledge
Demand and Supply Analysis
Mateiral Kanban / MRP Knowledge
Master Data Management
Supply Chain Mangement Expertise
Technology Application and Digitization
Physical Requirements
Travel Requirements
We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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The range for this position is $74,700.00 to $167,900.00. Placement within this range may vary, depending on the applicant's experience and geographic location.
Nearest Major Market: Atlanta
Job Segment: Supply Chain, Machinist, Sustainability, Inventory, Market Research, Operations, Manufacturing, Energy, Marketing
Acuity Brands Inc.