Inventory Planner I

New Columbia, PA

Full time

26219

At GAF, we cover more than just buildings. We cover each other. Under this roof, you will have the tools and resources you need to grow and develop in your career. You will experience our incredible culture and will be empowered to support your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we define the future while leading the present through our deep well of experience and our responsibility to the future to drive improvements and innovation in our products. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.

Job Summary

The Inventory Planner is responsible for supporting the management of raw material and finished goods inventory within the manufacturing and warehouse facility. This role ensures a continuous and efficient flow of raw materials and finished goods to support production schedules and service demand. The Inventory Planner will collaborate with procurement, production, and logistics teams to ensure inventory is accurate and controlled systematically

Essential Duties

• Monitor and report on inventory levels and on-hand quantities to prevent stockouts and overstock situations.

• Conduct regular cycle counts and physical inventories to ensure accuracy between system records and physical stock.

• Ensure inventory is managed according to LIFO/FIFO requirements.

• Identify and resolve simple discrepancies in inventory counts and records.

• Ensure inventory records are synchronized across business systems.

• Assist in documenting and reporting shipping errors.

• Identify and communicate obsolete, outdated, or slow-moving inventory.

• Collaborate with quality regarding red tag or off-spec material to ensure adequate segregation and disposition.

• Assist in generating regular reports on inventory status and key performance indicators (KPIs) for management.

• Follow established procedures to improve inventory management processes and increase efficiency.

Qualifications Required

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required

• Associate’s Degree preferred

• 1+ years of experience in a supply chain, inventory, or a similar role, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment

Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP)

• Basic proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP)

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets

Qualifications Preferred

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Demands

• Stationary Position - Frequently

• Move/Traverse - Frequently

• Stationary Position/Seated - Occasionally

• Transport/Lifting - Frequently

• Transport/Carrying - Frequently

• Exerting Force/Pushing - Frequently

• Exerting Force/Pulling - Frequently

• Ascend/Descend - Frequently

• Balancing - Occasionally

• Position Self/Stooping - Frequently

• Position Self/Kneeling - Frequently

• Position Self/Crouching - Frequently

• Position Self/Crawling - Frequently

• Reaching - Constantly

• Handling - Constantly

• Grasping - Frequently

• Feeling - Rarely

• Communicate/Talking - Occasionally

• Communicate/Hearing - Frequently

• Repetitive Motions - Frequently

• Coordination - Frequently

Working Conditions

• Extreme cold - Frequently

• Extreme heat - Frequently

• Humid - Frequently

• Wet - Frequently

• Noise - Frequently

• Hazards - Frequently

• Temperature Change - Frequently

• Vibration - Frequently

Dimensions

Number of Indirect Reports: 0

Number of Direct Reports: 0 Travel Requirements: 5%

Base salary and/or rate of pay ranges listed are exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Individual compensation offers will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant candidate experience and skill, education, and/or qualifications.

Base Salary Range: $56,000-$77,000

How We Protect What Matters Most:

1. We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family. 2. Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood. 3. Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions. 4. Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence. 5. Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program. 6. We're committed to fostering a culture that reflects our values to connect, empower, evolve, and inspire. We offer many opportunities for employees to connect with one another, including through our Employee Resource Groups who focus on education and allyship for all of our employees.

GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.

We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity on the basis of each candidate's qualifications, experience, and merit, without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).

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With 130+ years in the industry, GAF is the leading roofing manufacturer in North America. As a member of the Standard Industries family of companies, we are also part of the largest roofing and waterproofing business in the world.

Our communities help give our work meaning and the products we manufacture help protect what matters most. The shingles help to shelter the families living in the homes in our towns. The TPO helps protect what is under that hospital’s roof. In addition to quality products, we make sure they are installed by quality craftsmen and women. The full GAF portfolio of solutions is supported by an extensive national network of factory-certified contractors.

GAF continues to be the leader in quality and offers comprehensive warranty protection on its products and systems. Our success is driven by a commitment to empowering our people to deliver advanced quality and purposeful innovation and the desire to protect what matters most.