Senior Supply Chain Planner

Department
:
Supply Chain,
Type
:
Full Time

Sr. Supply Chain Planner

Role Description

Location: Seattle, Washington preferred but open to remote

Compensation: $80,000 to $90,000

Role Summary

The role of Sr. Supply Chain Planner contributes to GCG success by working closely with our customers, leading the development of tactical and strategic supply plans, and managing inventory levels to achieve customer service, supply chain, and financial objectives. Sr. SCP ensures that the right product is in the right place at the right time in the right quantities to meet customers’ demand.

The role includes traveling to customer locations to support on‑site project success. As a member of the GCG team, the Sr. Supply Chain Planner is responsible for exemplifying the company guiding principles and fostering our company culture.

• Conduct ongoing development of inventory strategies to determine cost‑effective use of inventory investment while maximizing inventory turns and meeting service level targets, identifying and recommending opportunities to reduce costs and prepare for future growth, identifying capacity gaps, and recommending changes to sourcing.
• Generate reports and performance analyses of KPIs, including out‑of‑stock, days of supply, aging inventories, and other analyses to facilitate cost and service improvements.
• Establish and maintain supportive relationships with customers, suppliers, and team partners to ensure effective communication of strategic and tactical issues, serving as a liaison between demand forecast and supply chain partners.
• Initiate and lead cross‑functional or global project teams, support timely project completion through performance measurement reports and process development and improvement, identify risks, communicate action items, and provide updates to the larger team.
• Develop short‑ and long‑term supply plans to balance the demand forecast with cost, efficiency, and capacity constraints, optimizing the flow of product through the supply chain and providing feedback for continuous improvement.
• Mentor and train team members on systems and processes, acting as an ambassador of the team to customers or departments outside the team.
• Use planning system tools to effectively and efficiently create tactical and strategic inventory and supply solutions, initiating and leading system development and enhancement.

• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, with customers, cross‑functional partners, and senior leadership.
• Balance multiple priorities, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Work independently with minimal direction and collaboratively as part of a cross‑functional team.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (complex formulas, lookups, pivot tables, modeling) and working knowledge of Microsoft Access or similar database tools.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem‑solving skills, translating data into clear recommendations for customer‑facing decisions.
• Experience using planning systems and tools to develop tactical and strategic supply chain solutions supporting customer needs and business objectives.
• Solid knowledge of supply chain and inventory management processes, including demand planning, replenishment, order management, and inventory optimization.
• Influence and drive alignment across internal and external stakeholders, including customers, operations, and commercial partners.
• Strong customer orientation, understanding customer requirements and converting them into executable supply chain plans.

• Deliver legendary service consistently meeting and exceeding customer expectations.
• Anticipate customer needs, proactively communicate supply chain risks and opportunities, and provide solutions that enhance the customer experience.

• Make timely, high‑quality decisions based on data analysis, business acumen, experience, and sound judgment.
• Communicate rationale, trade‑offs, and impacts of decisions to customers and stakeholders.

• Build effective relationships with people at all levels, including external customers and partners.
• Adapt communication style to different audiences and manage challenging conversations effectively.

• Consistently deliver results and achieve goals related to service, inventory, and financial performance.
• Set clear priorities, track progress against commitments, and hold self accountable for outcomes.

We are committed to an inclusive workplace that does not discriminate against race, nationality, religion, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender, and gender identity. We believe in diversity and encourage any qualified individual to apply. We are an EEOC Employer.