We are seeking a full-time Allocation and Lead Time Analyst in our Olathe, KS location. In this role, you will be responsible for analyzing and managing the flow of products through collaboration with the Sales, Operations, Planning, and Marketing teams to execute corporate strategies while also ensuring all internal teams have access to pertinent information in relation to product availability and lead times.
Essential Functions
Analyze current backlog of customer orders and update scheduled ship dates as needed based on information available from planning, sales and marketing
Create, manage and manipulate product lead-times in the Oracle e-Business Suite lead-time table to ensure up to date information is available in Oracle and all our connected applications
Communicate accurate schedule and lead time information to all internal customers
Analyze/monitor consumption rate on units and make forecast recommendations to management
Coordinate with purchasing, planning, production and other key departments to proactively exchange information regarding inventories, production schedules, and all related issues
Review production schedules, inventory reports, and work orders to create reports on availability of stock, and order priority
Work with Sales and Operations teams on end-of-life products to develop strategies to avoid any scrap
Analyze weekly shipments to our global Garmin facilities to properly allocate and optimize use of available inventory in all facilities
Drive allocation decisions to ensure other Garmin warehouses are being replenished in a way to support customer orders in a timely manner
Actively assist other Garmin offices in their local allocation process during instances of parts shortages
Support lead time and allocation efforts through cross training other team members globally
Analyze customer orders from other offices to ensure supply can meet their demand
Communicate with Order Management, Sales and other key associates to gain market knowledge for use in forecasting and order management
Work with New Product Introduction team, Global Supply Chain and Sales, as required, for product launch allocation strategies to maximize sales and product placement
Provide direct training for new associates and conduct refresher training for entire departments as required
Develop broad market knowledge
Support Sales strategies and product flow on certain products, as needed, to ensure the corporate sales strategy is met
Partner with BI team to ensure all necessary reporting needs are met and assist in developing new reports
Coordinate new product orders with key accounts
Coordinate with Engineering, Planning, Sales and Order Management teams to ensure OEM program needs are met
Manage/facilitate end of life processes to ensure contractually agreed upon product life cycles are met for key customers
Provide general support to Planners located at Garmin's VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory) facilities on all Oracle and overall process related questions
Answer questions and assist all members of the Dealer Sales & Marketing Support and Sales Teams as needed
Collaborate with Order and Leadtime Analysts, globally, to ensure best practices are shared and aligned
Partner with Quality team to ensure product is held when QA issue arise as well as gather needed information regarding products that have previously been sold
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree AND a minimum of 2 years relevant experience OR a minimum of 6 years total equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
Must possess customer service experience
Must be highly motivated and decisive
Must demonstrate effective independent judgment/decision-making skills, be detail-oriented, have the ability to work proactively/effectively with minimal supervision, and able to prioritize/multi-task in a flexible, fast paced and challenging environment
Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Must be team-oriented, possess a positive attitude and work well with others
Demonstrated strong mathematical and analytical skills
Demonstrates proficient computer skills using Microsoft Office suite
Driven problem solver with proven success in solving difficult problems
Must possess proficient and effective data entry skills
Desired Qualifications
Proven experience with Oracle applications (ERP and/or Production Advanced Supply Chain and Demand Planning) and E-Business Suite
Knowledge of Garmin Planning & Manufacturing applications and processes
Order Management experience
Garmin Aviation product knowledge
Understanding of FAA certifications
Experience with Qlik reporting applications
Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits
