Senior Supply Planner

Security Equipment Supply Inc • Earth City, MO

10d

About The Position

This is a high-visibility, high-accountability position owning the end-to-end supply planning of finished goods across a complex, fast-moving CPG environment. We need someone who gets up to speed quickly, thinks ahead, and proactively drives solutions—not someone who waits for direction.

You will be the central link between demand, inventory health, supplier performance, and operational readiness. This role requires a sharp mind, strong analytical capability, and a business-first approach to balancing cost, supply risk, and customer expectations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years in supply or production planning (CPG preferred).
• Strong Excel proficiency (advanced functions expected).
• Experience building dashboards, tools, and planning models.
• ERP and inventory management system experience required.

Nice To Haves

• APICS CPIM or CSCP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead supply planning from start to finish, ensuring product availability across all channels.
• Create, manage, and adjust purchase and transfer orders with accuracy and urgency.
• Build strong vendor relationships and confront performance issues professionally and promptly.
• Anticipate risk—especially with long-lead items—and develop contingency plans before issues escalate.
• Optimize inventory to prevent stockouts, minimize excess, and reduce obsolescence.
• Analyze data trends, supply constraints, and forecast signals to improve planning accuracy.
• Monitor and report KPIs, highlighting risks and driving corrective actions.
• Own and evolve planning tools, dashboards, and processes to improve visibility and efficiency.
• Support and mentor junior buyers and procurement staff.
• Lead or participate in cost-reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Travel occasionally to vendors for procurement and relationship-building.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation: market-aligned salary + performance incentives
• Profit sharing & retirement: SEP IRA contributions and annual profit-sharing bonuses
• Health benefits: affordable medical, dental, and vision plans
• Career growth: ongoing development, advancement opportunities, and a promote- from-within culture

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees