Manager of Planning and Execution - Supply Chain

Manager of Planning and Execution - Supply Chain

The Manager of Planning and Execution will support and assist Sr. Manager of Planning and Execution with day-to-day.  Support the Supply Chain Operations on merchandise exceptions providing subject matter expert input. Work closely with Supply Chain Managers on the flow and execution of product to the stores. Support and work closely with Sr. Leaders on special projects, systems and capabilities. Additionally, provide strategic vision for business process improvement in the store supported supply chain.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support supply chain buildings by partnering with the leaders inside each building. Trouble shooting and problem solving with each building. Travel will be required.    
• Success will be measured on fulfillment facilities hitting KPI’s and company established goals and objectives.   
• Monitor, trouble shoot and provide resolution for all invalid orders, invalid receivers and invalid item exceptions in the Wave Plan/Bulk Monitor. Timely resolution to support the flow of 3 billion units through the network focused on meeting ISD. 
• Subject matter expert/strong knowledge of warehouse management and order management systems. Working knowledge of Microsoft office tools.
• Plays key role in supporting mid-scale to large scale special projects in a complex business environment to support enterprise-wide merchandise flow. Performs necessarily follow up and reports up to the Supply Chain Manager/Director.
• Manages all Inventory transfers throughout the supply chain network. Works closely with transportation, operations leaders and supply chain managers tracking and monitoring the merchandise driving to ISD.  Creates and balances all inventory adjustments with a high level of accuracy working closely with SLC Accounting.
• Maintaining competitive service levels by partner with the Retail Logistic Centers and Store Support Centers. Partners with Salt Lake City Accounting on all Supply Chain Shrinking initiatives 
• Support the growth of leadership in the SC buildings by leading class’s or training course to grow the operational knowledge in the Supply Chain.  

Core Competencies & Accomplishments:

Education:   Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Experience: 3- 5 years in Operations preferred and 1-2 in a support role

Core Competencies: Supply Chain Management, Supplier Management, Information Management, Analytical Skills, Influencing Skills, Strategic thinking, Attention to detail, Accuracy and ability to be proactive, able to handle large scale large volume, more complex pieces of the business.

Positional Competencies: Critical thinking and analytical skills, financial analysis, project management, MS Office

Key Challenges

1. Courage to hold difficult conversations to ensure the best interest of the business
2. Foster relationships with the ability to institute change as a shared responsibility

About JCPenney:

At JCPenney, we share a passion for serving customers, supporting our communities and being the best retailer for all families. As a company founded on the Golden Rule, our success is rooted in the belief that we treat everyone the way we would want to be treated. At every touchpoint, customers discover stylish merchandise at incredible value from an extensive portfolio of private, exclusive and national brands. Reinforcing this shopping experience is the customer service and warrior spirit of approximately 90,000 associates across the globe, all driving toward the Company's mission to help customers find what they love for less time, money and effort.

Working at JCPenney means joining a dedicated team of associates who are encouraged to be uniquely themselves in a safe, caring and welcoming environment. It is a place where careers prosper, accomplishments are celebrated and diversity flourishes. It’s a place that’s meant for you.

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Job Title: Manager of Planning and Execution - Supply Chain
Location: Manchester, CT, United States -
Job ID: 1089085

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