SCM Senior Planner English/Japanese speaking required!

Panasonic•Sparks, NV

13d•$68,000 - $75,000

About The Position

Every moment of every day, people all over the world turn to Panasonic to make their lives simpler, more enjoyable, more productive and more secure. Since our founding almost a century ago, we’ve been committed to improving peoples’ lives and making the world a better place–one customer, one business, one innovative leap at a time. Come join our journey! Panasonic’s vision of the digital future is driven by the needs and aspirations of our business customers and millions of consumers around the world who use our products everyday. We share their dream to live a fuller life by providing ways of working smarter and enjoying the rewards of technological advances. At Panasonic, our success depends on every single employee’s contributions – because the more we grow as individuals, the more we grow as a company. Currently we have an opening for a Supply Chain Management (SCM) Sr. Planner position. At Panasonic, we constantly strive to improve and grow both personally and professionally. We put our customer first and demand only the best. We are looking for those who share our passion. As a SCM, Sr. Planner you will be responsible for: At the heart of this visionary project, Panasonic is committed to manufacturing cutting-edge cylindrical lithium-ion cells that will power the future of electric mobility. These cells will be meticulously crafted to meet the growing demands of the automotive industry, supporting various electric vehicle manufacturers in their quest for eco-friendly transportation solutions. This role presents a unique chance to be at the forefront of innovation, working within a forward-thinking organization that is committed to environmental responsibility and the advancement of green technology. Be a part of our mission to power the future and make a difference in the world of electric mobility with Panasonic!

Requirements

Prefer 5-10 years Global procurement experience in the Trading Company; BA\BS in International Business
Must have the ability to effectively communicate in English and Japanese (speaking, reading & writing). required
Must be proficient in MS Office, particularly with Word & Excel
Procurement/Planning experience
Passion to create new solution of global procurement and supply chain
Must set challenging goals, proactively acts as “Customer First” and strong desire for self-improvement
Overnight travel as business needs require
Ability to work extended shifts, evenings and weekends as business needs require
Team work spirit
Try to perform and improve Creativity
Position is located in Sparks, Nevada
Pre-employment drug testing is required.
All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.

Nice To Haves

Experience with ERP systems preferred

Responsibilities

Solution Development Identify opportunities to improve, develop and expand the global procurement scheme through purchase and supply of raw materials, components and devices.
Communicate with business associates (customers, suppliers, logistics service providers) smoothly with problem solving mind.
Procurement Operation Management Analyze customer needs and provide value added service to consolidate procurement functions of Panasonic factories to maximize productivity.
Control inventory and delivery, checking inventory and balance purchase order status, negotiating with supplier and customers and cooperating with business associates (warehouse, logistics companies)
Summarize monthly P & L and balance sheet figures for accounts
Maintain the system master data (customer, vendor & product)
Ensure timely delivery of account receivables from customers
Ensure timely collection of invoices from customers
Ensure timely payment of invoices to suppliers, freight & warehouse companies

Benefits

Panasonic prioritizes total well-being and offers comprehensive benefits options to support physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health:
Health Benefits – Offering medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, plus Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
Voluntary Benefits – Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.
Panasonic Retirement Savings & Investment Plan (PRSIP) – 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting.
Paid Time-Off Benefits – Vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, and parental & caregiver leave.
Educational Assistance – Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service.
Health Management and Wellbeing Programs –Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources. Available to eligible employees starting the first day of the month following your start date. Eligibility for each benefit may vary based on employment status, location, and length of service.
Employee Recognition Program - High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition
Annual Bonus Program - Opportunity for an annual performance-based bonus.

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