Canon Financial Services, Inc. · 2 months ago
Manager, Parts Planning
US-IL-Itasca
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$77K/yr - $116K/yr
7+ years expCanon U.S.A., Inc. is a leading provider of consumer, business-to-business, and industrial digital imaging solutions. The Manager of Parts Planning is accountable for leading the strategic and operational planning of service parts to ensure optimal inventory levels, availability, and cost efficiency across a diverse portfolio of production and office print devices.
BankingFinancial Services
No H1B
Responsibilities
Utilize historical usage, machine population data, and service trends to forecast parts demand across multiple product lines and geographies
Develop and execute inventory plans that balance service level targets, working capital, and obsolescence risk, especially for high-mix, low-volume parts
Manage parts planning through product introductions, phase-outs, and technology transitions, ensuring continuity of service support
Collaborate with suppliers, procurement, and service delivery teams to ensure timely replenishment and proactive risk mitigation
Leverage planning systems and analytics tools to identify patterns, improve forecast accuracy, and drive continuous improvement for all stocking locations
Collaborate with various teams to anticipate and plan for seasonal or promotional spikes in demand, ensuring readiness and minimizing shortages
Take ownership of recommending, testing, and supporting deployment of planning system enhancements to improve accuracy, efficiency, and user experience
Identify opportunities to recover warranty credits by tracking eligible parts, coordinating with service teams, and ensuring timely claims with suppliers or OEMs
Collaborate with internal and external auditors to ensure SOX compliance and maintain robust documentation and controls
Ensure all export control requirements are followed for international shipments and transactions
Lead and mentor planning team, fostering a culture of ownership, agility, and innovation
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience required
7 years of related experience and management of typically two or more regular full-time employees (one of whom must be exempt)
Proficient in Advanced Excel, Access, Power Point, and use of analytical tools (including Google Chrome equivalents)
Ability to present to leadership and/or customers on planning performance and effectiveness during QBR's
Travel required, estimated at 15-20% (valid driver's license and acceptable driving record necessary)
Accountable for leading the strategic and operational planning of service parts to ensure optimal inventory levels, availability, and cost efficiency across a diverse portfolio of production and office print devices
Utilize historical usage, machine population data, and service trends to forecast parts demand across multiple product lines and geographies
Develop and execute inventory plans that balance service level targets, working capital, and obsolescence risk, especially for high-mix, low-volume parts
Manage parts planning through product introductions, phase-outs, and technology transitions, ensuring continuity of service support
Collaborate with suppliers, procurement, and service delivery teams to ensure timely replenishment and proactive risk mitigation
Leverage planning systems and analytics tools to identify patterns, improve forecast accuracy, and drive continuous improvement for all stocking locations
Collaborate with various teams to anticipate and plan for seasonal or promotional spikes in demand, ensuring readiness and minimizing shortages
Take ownership of recommending, testing, and supporting deployment of planning system enhancements to improve accuracy, efficiency, and user experience
Identify opportunities to recover warranty credits by tracking eligible parts, coordinating with service teams, and ensuring timely claims with suppliers or OEMs
Collaborate with internal and external auditors to ensure SOX compliance and maintain robust documentation and controls
Ensure all export control requirements are followed for international shipments and transactions
Lead and mentor planning team, fostering a culture of ownership, agility, and innovation
Preferred
APICS Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) or equivalent preferred
Cross Functional Team participation in projects both on and off site
Benefits
Employee referral bonus
Employee discounts
"Dress for Your Day" attire program (casual is welcome, based on your job function)
Volunteer opportunities to give back to our local community
Swag! A Canon welcome kit and official merch you can’t get anywhere else
Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) Savings Plan, discretionary profit sharing, discretionary success sharing, educational assistance, recognition programs, vacation, and much more.
Company
Canon Financial Services, Inc.
Canon Financial Services, Inc.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Sam Yoshida
Chair & CEO
Melinda Ibarrondo, SHRM-CP, PHR
Strategic Human Resources Business Partner
Recent News
2023-03-29
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