Demand Planner

About Our Company
Advanced Diabetes Supply® was founded on the bold principle of creating a knowledgeable, reliable and demonstrably superior diabetes supply company. Our approach, coupled with a commitment to service and innovation, has catapulted Advanced Diabetes Supply® to a national leader in the industry. Creating high-performance, adaptive teams requires a relentless commitment to hiring the best. We strive to maintain a casual, fun environment whenever possible, but we don't just play around. We work hard every day to provide a positive work culture and respectful atmosphere. The standards we set for ourselves are high, and we love to be challenged! If you enjoy working in a collaborative environment, have a passion for excellence and a bias for action, we may be just what you've been looking for.
Interested in learning more about our company and its culture? Visit us at www.northcoastmed.com
About The Position
The Demand Planner will oversee the activities of the purchasing and inventory control department and manage the inventory of materials for the company. Additionally, they will collaborate with vendors, negotiate contracts, and analyze market trends to make informed decisions that contribute to the overall efficiency of the company's supply chain operations.
Essential Functions

• Purchases supplies, materials, and parts for the company.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, prices, buyers, and delivery conditions to anticipate future material availability; directs purchasing programs accordingly.
• Works with Human Resources to recruit, interview, hire, and train new staff.
• Oversees the daily workflow and schedules of the department.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Mentors and develops team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the purchasing and inventory control department.
• Partners with Human Resources to manage team employee relations in accordance with company policy.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and ethical standards in all purchasing and inventory control activities.
• Develops and implements strategic plans for the purchasing and inventory control department in alignment with overall company goals and objectives.
• Develops and maintains inventory databases for supplies and materials used.
• Supports negotiations and completes contracts with vendors for optimal cost and delivery times.
• Reviews purchase orders and contracts for compliance with company and departmental policies.
• Collaborates with sales, customer service, and logistics departments to maximize efficiency in the purchasing and inventory control department.
• Collaborates with senior leadership to provide insights and recommendations on market trends, industry developments, and potential risks affecting procurement strategies.
• Communicates with suppliers to resolve problems that may arise regarding delivery, quality, price, or conditions of sale.
• Manages departmental budgets, forecasting, and cost-control initiatives to achieve financial objectives while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Purchases large quantities and complex items.
• Develops and implements procedures related to purchasing and inventory control with a goal to maximize efficiency and optimize workflow.
• Is reliable, engaged, and provides feedback as to improve processes and policies.
• Attends all department, team, and company meetings as required.
• Embraces and exemplifies ADS core values:

*We grow together.
*We care.
*We obsess over the customer experience.
*We commit.
*We WOW!

• May perform any additional responsibilities or special projects as required.
• Duties and responsibilities may be subject to change based upon the needs of the department.
• May provide cross-functional support as business needs demand.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field with coursework in purchasing and/or inventory control management.
• At least five years of buying or purchasing experience
• Demonstrated leadership skills and/or experience.
• Proficiency in basic math and business calculations.
• Intermediate level of MS Office proficiency.

Expected Competencies

• Friendly, professional, and effective communications skills; able to calmly present solutions in challenging situations.
• Analytical thinking with ability to recognize business needs and drive solutions to address them.
• Attention to detail, using best practices for coding including but not limited to commenting code, application testing and review of work completed.
• Effective supervisory and leadership skills with the ability to effectively train others.
• Time and project management skills sufficient to prioritize multiple concurrent assignments in alignment with company goals, meet deadlines within given constraints, and product quality deliverables.
• Aptitude for proactive, solution-oriented problem-solving
• Demonstrated effective negotiation skills.
• Ability to learn and adapt to rapid change.
• Clear diction and knowledge of the English language, both written and verbal, and ability to communicate moderately complex information in varied formats to internal and external persons.
• Service-orientation and commitment.
• Self-directed accountability and reliability.
• Cultural competence.

Other Requirements

• Candidates must successfully pass a background check.
• Candidates must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States without support; sponsorship is not available.

Pay Range and Compensation Package
Salary ranges may vary depending on location. The general hiring range for this position is $70,000 - $77,000 yearly salary. Actual compensation depends on education, experience, and relevant skills. In addition, benefits include:

• Health, Dental & Vision options
• FSA and HSA plan with Employer Contribution
• Employer paid EAP
• 401k with 4% Company Match
• Discretionary Profit-Sharing Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Including 8 Paid Holidays and a Birthday Holiday
• On-Site Gym
• In-house Training Programs
• A fun culture in a fast-growing organization!

Equal Opportunity Statement
Advanced Diabetes Supply® provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to remain in a stationary position most of the time (stand or sit). While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
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Salary Description
$70,000 - $77,000