Job Details
SUPPLY CHAIN SPECIALIST
2026-01-02 JVC Kenwood Long Beach,CA
Description:
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
JVCKENWOOD USA is an Equal Opportunity/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION Employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. It is the policy of this company to provide equal opportunity with regard to all terms and conditions of employment.
The company complies with federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic.
BASIC PURPOSE AND PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES
The Supply Chain Specialist manages daily Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP) activities, utilizing a solid grasp of DRP logic to support, execute, and optimize inventory flow for assigned product categories across multiple distribution networks. Leveraging Collaboration, Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment (CPFR) methods, the specialist balances data management with routine root cause analysis and independent problem-solving to optimize inventory levels while mitigating compliance costs and maintaining service levels.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- DRP Cycle Management: Execute the weekly Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP) cycle for assigned products, aligning internal allocation processes and customer replenishment forecasts with inbound freight schedules, and coordinating shipments between our warehouses and customer distribution centers.
- Analysis & Problem Solving: Conduct root cause analysis for service failures (e.g., stockouts, early/late deliveries, shortages). Propose corrective action with focus on both immediate and long-term planning and communicate DRP exception messages regarding late shipments or receiving discrepancies.
- Reporting & KPIs: Generate and maintain monthly/quarterly DRP reports focused on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as customer fill rates, inventory turnover, forecast accuracy, and on-time delivery metrics.
- Planning Optimization: Analyze historical sales data and current forecasts to adjust safety stock and reorder points within the planning system.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with warehouse operations teams and act as a liaison between Sales, Sales Planning, and the DRP team to ensure timely, cost-effective delivery of goods and resolve reported issues.
- Training & Development: The candidate must be committed to continuous improvement ideals and advancing from proficiency to adeptness and mastery in DRP software and logistics procedures. Assist in training new team members in planning tools and standard operating procedures.
- Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- 2-4 years of experience in logistics planning, MRP, DRP, or inventory control.
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data visualization and complex spreadsheet functions (VBA, SQL, and basic programming knowledge a plus but not required).
- Experience using a DRP/ERP system (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and WMS software.
- Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, Power Query). *** Ideal candidate already completed or is prepared to sit for MO-211 Microsoft Excel Expert exam... ***
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and solve problems efficiently.
- Flexible Work Environment: Primarily works in a general office environment, with flexibility for hybrid or remote arrangements in alignment with company policy.
- Standard Physical Activity: Requires some physical activity, including sitting, standing, walking, bending, lifting/reaching overhead (light lifting up to 20 lbs.), and repetitive use of hands for computer work.
- Ergonomics & Well-being: Access to ergonomic assessments is provided to ensure a safe, comfortable workspace in compliance with health standards.
- Business Travel: May require some periodic air and automobile travel for business needs.
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
JVCKENWOOD USA is an Equal Opportunity/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION Employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. It is the policy of this company to provide equal opportunity with regard to all terms and conditions of employment.
The company complies with federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic.