Supply Chain Planner - Illinois
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Business
Business Development, Business Management, Supply Chain / Intl. Trade
Company With around 480 locations in over 40 countries, thyssenkrupp Materials Services is the biggest materials distributor and service provider in the western world. The broad service spectrum offered by the materials experts enables customers to focus on their individual core business. The area of Materials Services spans two strategic areas: global materials distribution as one-stop-shop - from steel and stainless steel, tubes and pipes, nonferrous metals and specialty materials to plastics and raw materials - and tailored services in the areas of materials management and supply chain management.
An extensive omnichannel architecture offers 250,000 customers worldwide cross-channel, round-the-clock access to more than 150,000 products and services. A highly efficient logistics system ensures that all requested services are smoothly integrated into customer production processes "just-in-time" or "just-in-sequence. Copper and Brass Divison Sales is a distributor and processor of aluminum, stainless steel, copper, brass, bronze and more quality materials serving markets across North America, including Canada and Mexico.
By providing customers with what they want, when they need it, Copper and Brass Sales is able to help them succeed in today's challenging global business environment. The company's focus on the Aerospace, Automotive, Electrical, Medical and Oil & Gas Industries allows them to offer these market segments expertise specific to their needs. The daily commitment of its employees to provide premium service focused on the customer first has earned Copper and Brass Sales the position of a respected leader in the nonferrous metals industry for over 80 years.
Your responsibilities
Job Summary The Supply Chain Planner successfully translates Sales goals, market intelligence, historical shipment analysis, and product knowledge into an executable consensus demand plan. The Supply Chain Planner also plays a key role in the management of supply planning elements related to planning parameters and configurations.
Job Description
Supply Chain Planner -
ILLINOIS
Location: Hoffman estates, IL Responsibility: Sales Offices at Hoffman Estates, IL, and Dallas, TX with partial support for Bolingbrook, IL
Travel:Substantial travel required 50 percent
Salary Range (Geo Diff): $80K -$100K Annual Bonus Potential: $10K
Work Authorization:Must meet
ITAR regulations
to be considered
Sponsorship:Not available
Why This Role?
This is a
brand-new position
for our business-a chance to make an impact and
shine in a highly visible role
. As a
Supply Chain Planner
, you'll be at the center of collaboration between Sales, Purchasing, and Operations, helping us translate market intelligence and business goals into actionable plans that keep our supply chain running smoothly.
- Build
consensus demand plans
through collaboration with Sales and Purchasing. - Incorporate
macroeconomic factors
into planning decisions. - Evaluate and adjust
Safety Stock levels
as needed. - Manage
Bill-of-Materials (BOM)relationships and maintain accurate parameters. - Aggregate and forecast
Demand Forecasting Units (DFUs)for business needs. - Maintain planning parameters for
SKUs
based on objectives and input from cross-functional teams. - Support
customer-specific supply chain activities
, ensuring accurate and timely planning.
- High visibility
across the organization. - Opportunity to
shape processes
and influence business outcomes. - Work closely with leadership and cross-functional teams.
- Travel
that keeps you connected to our operations and customers. - A role where
your ideas matter
and growth is encouraged.
- Bachelor's degree
in Business, Supply Chain, Economics, Data Analytics, or related field
(or 10+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree) - 3+ years
in sales analytics, supply chain, or demand planning. - Strong
communication and negotiation skills
. - Ability to
organize multiple priorities
and work independently. - Advanced
Microsoft Office
skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- APICS CPIM or CSCP certification.
- Experience with
statistical forecasting techniques
and
data analysis
. - Familiarity with
Blue Yonder
and
SAP
platforms.
- Must comply with
ITAR regulations
(U.S. persons only). - No sponsorship available
. - Flexibility to respond to urgent needs outside standard hours.
Job Compensation
$80K - $100K
Benefits OverviewWe offer competitive company benefits to eligible positions, such as:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance and Disability
- Voluntary Wellness Programs
- 401(k) or RRSP programs with Company Match
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- And more!
Benefits may vary based on job, country, union role, and/or company segment. Please work with your recruiter or tk representative for applicable benefits information.
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