Supply Chain Planner

ACTEGA North America, LLC. is a member of ALTANA and a leading manufacturer of Specialty Coatings & Chemicals for the Printing and Packaging industries, as well as one of the largest suppliers of inks and coatings in North America, operating out of US, Canada, and Mexico. As one of the four divisions of ALTANA which develops and produces high-quality innovative products in the specialty chemicals industry, ACTEGA North America operates as the US based platform for all market segments served by ACTEGA.

General Summary:

The Supply Chain Demand Planner / Scheduler is responsible for managing end-to-end material flow and production scheduling for the Kings Mountain manufacturing facility. This role plays a critical part in ensuring uninterrupted production and customer fulfillment by establishing, monitoring, and optimizing inventory levels for finished goods and intermediate materials. The position requires strong analytical skills, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:

Analyze historical sales, consumption trends, and forecast data in collaboration with Sales and Production, ensuring alignment with capacity and process flow constraints Establish target inventory levels and independently develop rough-cut weekly production plans Manage daily production and inventory transactions within SAP, ensuring accurate data entry and proper inventory classification (e.g., Rework, Waste, Rejects, RMAs) Maintain inventory accuracy and actively monitor all inventory types (ROH, HALB, FERT, HAWA, VERP) in alignment with Net Working Capital and Days Inventory Outstanding (DIO) targets Generate and distribute monthly inventory and KPI performance reports Utilize SAP for all production planning, scheduling, and inventory management activities Create and manage production orders while maintaining effective schedules Collaborate closely with Production, Purchasing, Sales, Logistics, and Warehouse teams to ensure materials are available at the right time and place to meet customer demand Coordinate and communicate inventory-related information with internal stakeholders and external partners as required. Prepare weekly and monthly inventory aging and status reports for all North Carolina warehouses and facilities Lead and conduct cycle counts and oversee all physical inventory activities within NC manufacturing and warehouse locations Maintain and update customer consignment inventory records on a monthly basis Effectively manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs in a dynamic environment

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field strongly preferred In lieu of a bachelor's degree, a minimum of 3-5 years of materials planning or materials management experience required Minimum of 3 years of progressive materials management experience Minimum of 2 years of SAP experience required 2-5 years of experience using Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook) required

Skills and Competencies:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Highly organized with the ability to prioritize tasks based on business needs Proven ability to work cross-functionally and build effective working relationships Physical Demands and Work Environment This is primarily and office position which requires extensive sitting at a desk and working with a computer and on the phone 80% Occasional kneeling, squatting, stooping, and bending 20% of the time (All employees must be meet the minimum work requirements and be able to perform the position with or without a reasonable accommodation.) ACTEGA North America, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

Materials management: 3 years (Required)

Microsoft Office:

5 years (Required)

SAP:

2 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person