Flow Capacity Planner, IKEA

IKEA

Location:
United States, King of Prussia

Category:
Logistics

Contract Type:
Not provided

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Job Description:

We are now looking for Flow Capacity Planner to secure excellence in logistical operational performance, and its further development, by defining the capacity needs for Supply Chain Operations in close contact with our stakeholders. Our goal is to make a well-timed, complete, quality assured flow and capacity planning information and connect it with our stakeholders. We lead and develop the internal capacity process including working methods, tools and competence.

Job Responsibility:

Develop framework for overall logistical operational performance from a planning perspective and is responsible for the definition of needed capacities and requirements for assigned Business Units
Monitor, analyse, control and follow up capacity planning with the goal to secure quality and availability for our customers, as well as cost efficiency in strong collaboration with Supply Chain stakeholders
Provide network and volume forecasts for our end-to-end goods flow over a two-year time horizon as the base for financial cost planning and to secure the right capacity by internal and external stakeholders
Provide operational capacity plan by defining the needed capacity on route and Distribution Centre level to secure global agreements in accordance with the operational frame
Create the right pre-conditions for accurate and stable capacity plans by securing necessary system updates
Create transparency on volume changes to identify procurement needs and capacity requirements for Supply Chain Operations with the goal to improve efficiency and support cost development
Take lead in the alignment and interaction with all relevant IKEA Supply Chain stakeholders to secure accurate and reliable capacity plans
Manage stakeholders by securing good relationship and cooperation, creating understanding about IKEA planning processes and support end-to-end perspective among IKEA Supply Chain stakeholders
Take lead in the development of internal Working Methods within the Capacity Planning Process
Support creation of education material, as well as contributes to improvement of appropriate IT-Tools
Lead and participate in projects or global assignments in area of flow capacity planning

Requirements:

The IKEA culture & values inspire you every day
You have a good experience (at least 2 years) in forecasting and capacity planning
You have a good knowledge about Supply Chain and understanding of transport and warehousing industry
You have good knowledge about how to build and evaluate fact-based business cases
You have good analytical skills with high proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and other relevant tools and working methods
You have the capability to build effective and trustful relationships with diverse stakeholders
You enjoy solving problems and finding root cause
You are fluent in English, both written and spoken

What we offer:

We believe in you
You get the privilege and the responsibility to lead your assignment in a diverse team and partner with world class service providers, while finding innovative ways to drive the business for IKEA
We grow with you
In regular conversations with your manager, you can explore your development and career opportunities, and we will support you on the way
We embrace making mistakes and learning from them
For us at IKEA, this is the best way forward
We develop together with our partners
We are good listeners and can build relationships
We are committed to helping our partners grow and develop their full potential together with us

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 24, 2025

Expiration:
May 07, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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Flow Capacity Planner

IKEA

Location:United States, King of Prussia

Category:Logistics

Contract Type:Not provided