Aptara · 7 hours ago
Logistics Planner
Oakland, CA
Contract
Hybrid
Senior Level
$55/hr - $55/hr
5+ years expAptara is seeking a Logistics Planner to oversee the supply planning function for a diverse set of material categories. The role involves coordinating supply plans, managing procurement, and maintaining planning parameters in SAP to achieve inventory performance goals.
Content CreatorsDigital MediaMedia and EntertainmentMobilePublishingSoftware
Responsibilities
Oversee supply planning function for a complex and diverse set of multiple material categories
Review and release purchase requisitions, initiate stock transfers, and expedite with vendors as needed to meet project start dates
Closely coordinate and communicate allocation plans in the event of material shortages
Provide off-hour material procurement and expediting support during storms and other emergencies
Interacts with program management, construction, and business finance organizations regularly to socialize supply plans and related assumptions
Maintain SAP planning parameters in alignment with forecasts that achieve target fill rate and inventory turnover performance
Presents findings and makes recommendations to function management
Coach peers in supply planning concepts and lead continuous improvement efforts utilizing lean six sigma tools
Qualification
Required
Must have demonstrated proficiency in inventory management, statistics, forecasting, and forecasting methods with an understanding of their financial and operational impacts
Must have hands-on SAP experience, and knowledge of lean six sigma concepts
Must have strong analytical, organizational, decision making, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Must have strong Excel knowledge and experience, especially with VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Conditional Formatting, General Formulas, Shortcut Keys
Must have Bachelor Degree in related discipline
Must have 5 years in Supply Chain
Must have demonstrated proficiency in inventory management, statistics, forecasting and forecasting methods with an understanding of their financial and operational impacts
Preferred
Knowledge of ERP, APO, Oracle Demand Planning, or other software related to demand planning is preferred
Knowledge of lean six sigma concepts and tools is preferred
APICS CPIM Certification is preferred
Benefits
All Benefits
Company
Aptara
Aptara transforms content for engaging and monetizing new digital audiences.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$23MKey Investors
American Capital
2012-02-13Acquired
2007-09-19Series Unknown· $23M
Leadership Team
Samir Kakar
President
Recent News
2025-07-09
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