Supply Chain Planning Specialist

Patterson isn't just a place to work, it's a partner that cares about your success.

One of the distinguishing marks of our company is the talented people who embrace the people-first, always advancing, and results-driven culture. Professional growth abounds in this motivating environment. We value the diverse talents and experiences our employees bring to Patterson and believe that they build a stronger and successful organization.

The Supply Chain Planning Specialist is the central point through which all internal Customer Service, Field Sales, and Distribution Center questions are to be registered. Supports the Planners by acting upon routine tasks or questions from the field, in addition to gathering information for new item and reactivation requests in SAP and NGS.

Essential Functions

To perform this role successfully, you must be able to fulfill each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please notify Human Resources or the position's overseeing manager.

• Provides all necessary support to branch Customer Service regarding the extension of items into warehouses, product availability, stocking requests, reactivation requests, freight quotes, purchase order status and cancellation of non-stock orders.

• Continuously maintain centralized backorder reports (AHI)

• Work directly with vendors to capture all necessary information required for new product set ups and reactivations

• Traces undelivered shipments and determines appropriate action to be taken and updates the purchase orders with shipping updates and tracking information

• Assists Supply Chain Planners in managing their assigned products: updates on backorders, discontinuations, and stocking changes

• Pass discontinuation notices and product updates along to Product Data Corporate

• Performs other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in business or equivalent experience and education

• Proficiency in SAP and MS Office:  Word, Excel, PowerPoint

• Ability to handle several assignments simultaneously.

• Able to solve problems and utilize various search engines/websites to locate necessary information

• Strong follow-up, analytical, organizational, verbal and written communication skills

• Must be a self-starter, detailed oriented, and have the ability to work effectively as an individual and as a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of and/or experience in a Distribution/ Logistics environment

• Knowledge of and/or experience working with ERP systems

• Knowledge of and/or experience in animal health field

Working Conditions

Physical Demands

• Operate a computer or other office devices for the majority of the workday

• May occasionally need to move packages up to 10 pounds such as office supplies or equipment

• Must be able to clearly and effectively communicate with others in person, over the phone, and in writing. 

• Must be able to understand and effectively exchange accurate information with others such as coworkers, customers, and vendors

• Must be able to read and interpret various electronic and written documents.

Environmental Factors

• This position could be located in an office or remote.  If in an office environment - team members occupy desks in assigned areas or at meeting/collaboration spaces within the building. The building’s primary work areas consist of desks, chairs, computers and other office equipment and devices for professional services.

What's In It For You:

We provide competitive benefits, unique incentive programs and rewards for our eligible employees:

• Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits and an integrated Wellness Program

• 401(k) Match Retirement Savings Plan

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Holiday Pay & Floating Holidays

• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)

• Educational Assistance Program

• Full Paid Parental and Adoption Leave

• LifeWorks (Employee Assistance Program)

• Patterson Perks Program

The potential compensation range for this role is below. The final offer amount could exceed this range, based on various factors such as candidate location (geographical labor market), experience, and skills.

EEO Statement

Patterson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or other related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.