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Distribution Center Supervisor

Brownsburg, IN · On-site

$61K - $82K/yr

Manages day to day activity within department, including planning, flow, and resource allocation ... USA HomeGoods Distribution Center Brownsburg This position has a starting salary range of $61,000 ...

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Operations Supervisor - Distribution

Mooresville, IN · On-site

$62K - $70K/yr

Operations Supervisor - Distribution The Operations Supervisor role has a national salary range of ... Staff management, workload planning, objective setting and organizational skills, preferred. Our ...

DPDHL

Operations Supervisor - Distribution

Whiteland, IN · On-site

$62K - $70K/yr

Operations Supervisor - Distribution The Operations Supervisor role has a national salary range of ... Staff management, workload planning, objective setting and organizational skills, preferred. Our ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a distribution planning manager?

To thrive as a Distribution Planning Manager, you need strong analytical skills, supply chain knowledge, and a relevant degree in logistics, business, or engineering. Familiarity with ERP systems, demand planning software, and certifications like APICS CPIM or CSCP are typically required. Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities help foster collaboration and drive efficient operations. These skills and qualifications are crucial for optimizing inventory, reducing costs, and ensuring reliable product delivery across the supply chain.

What are the most common challenges faced by distribution planning managers, and how can they be addressed?

Distribution Planning Managers often face challenges such as balancing inventory levels with demand, managing supply chain disruptions, and coordinating effectively with multiple departments. To address these, strong analytical skills, proactive risk management, and clear communication channels are essential. Regular collaboration with logistics, procurement, and sales teams helps anticipate issues and streamline processes, while leveraging advanced planning software can enhance efficiency and accuracy.

What is the difference between Distribution Planning Manager vs Logistics Coordinator?

AspectDistribution Planning ManagerLogistics Coordinator
Primary FocusOversees distribution strategies, inventory flow, and supply chain efficiencyCoordinates transportation, shipping, and delivery logistics
Required SkillsSupply chain management, data analysis, planningScheduling, vendor communication, transportation coordination
Work EnvironmentWarehouse, distribution centers, supply chain officesShipping docks, transportation hubs, logistics offices
Common CertificationsAPICS CPIM, CSCP, or supply chain certificationsNone typically required, but logistics or transportation certifications helpful

The Distribution Planning Manager focuses on strategic planning and optimizing the entire distribution network, while the Logistics Coordinator handles day-to-day transportation and shipping operations. Both roles are essential in supply chain management but differ in scope and responsibilities.

How much do distribution planning managers make in the US?

Distribution Planning Managers in the US typically earn between $70,000 and $120,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and industry. They often require strong analytical skills and knowledge of supply chain management tools to optimize distribution networks.

What does a distribution planning manager do?

A distribution planning manager oversees the development and execution of strategies to efficiently distribute products from warehouses to retail locations or customers. They analyze supply chain data, coordinate logistics, and optimize routes to reduce costs and improve delivery times, often using tools like transportation management systems. Strong analytical skills and knowledge of inventory management are essential for this role.
Infographic showing various Distribution Planning Manager job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution.

Allegion Access Technologies S&OP Leader

Carmel, IN • On-site

Allegion
Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago

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8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

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Job description

Creating Peace of Mind by Pioneering Safety and Security
At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 40 brands, 14,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond.
Additionally, Allegion is proud to be recognized with the 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) for the third consecutive year, earning distinction in both the employee engagement and strengths categories. This year, Allegion also received Gallup's With Distinction honor - a designation reserved for a select group of organizations that go above and beyond in building exceptional workplace cultures.
Farmington CT 65 Scott Swamp Road
Allegion Access Technologies S&OP Leader - Carmel, IN
Monthly SIOP Execution & Demand Planning (60%)
  • Monthly SIOP Leadership: Architect and lead the monthly SIOP cycle for the AAT platform. Prepare demand files, present forecast recommendations, facilitate demand review meetings, drive consensus, and manage follow-ups and escalations across both manufacturing and branch networks.
  • Demand Planning & Forecasting: Analyze demand patterns, internal CRM data, and external market data to create a demand forecast recommendation. Unify demand signals from field branches with centralized manufacturing expectations to create a single source of truth.
  • Cross-Functional Alignment: Partner with Product Managers and General Managers to develop and align on forecast changes within the portfolio (reviewing internal and external data and synthesizing expectations for new product launches and product life cycle adjustments).
  • Meeting Orchestration & Facilitation: Lead and facilitate monthly demand meetings for each product or customer subset in the portfolio, manages follow-ups, and escalations.
  • Monthly SIOP Partnership: Leads the monthly SIOP partnership meeting reviewing demand changes and facilitating escalation decisions with the platform's senior leadership (e.g. Sales VPs, General Managers, and GSC VP).
  • Financial Reconciliation: Partner with the finance team to incorporate price/cost adjustments and evaluate financial implications of demand changes - reconciling differences with the latest financial forecast and evaluating actions needed where gaps exist (e.g. financial forecast changes, sales actions, etc).

Supply Planning & Distribution Guidance (20%)
  • Demand Communication: Release forecast revisions to manufacturing plants and branch operations. Provide clear rationale for forecast changes, collaborate to verify accuracy, and discuss potential capacity or material challenges to meet forecasted demand.
  • Prioritization / Large Order Management: Partner with production planning teams, commercial leaders, and procurement to prioritize volumes and resolve conflicts in constrained scenarios.
  • Distribution Planning: Define and provide guidance on inventory planning across the AAT network. Establish branch-level and distribution center inventory policies (safety stock methodology, re-order points, min/max, replenishment strategies) to optimize service levels and working capital in the field. May supervise distribution/replenishment planning for the platform.

Systems, Data, & Report Management (10%)
  • Subject Matter Expert (SME): Serve as the primary SME for SIOP within the portfolio, answering questions for Plants, PMs, GMs, Finance, and Sales. Act as the Demand Planning Tool SME (working with IT on issues/support), Sales Cube SME (working with the GDA team), and CRM SME (adjusting forecasted customers).
  • Dashboard & Code Management: Design and manage business requirements for AAT SIOP Dashboards and forecast tool configuration (Forecast Analysis, Monthly Attainment, etc.). Setup and manage SIOP codes in ERP cross-reference tables.
  • Product & Distribution Management: Ensure product families are correctly identified as Forecasted/Not Forecasted. Help manage ProExpress/Distribution item-level forecasting for SIOP.

Continuous Improvement & Strategic Support (10%)
  • Process Ownership and Improvement: Own the AAT SIOP process definition and documentation (the Playbook). Lead Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives to mature the SIOP process over time.
  • Business Transitions: Manage ERP transitions to ensure they meet AAT's SIOP requirements. Implement and manage Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) transitions into the SIOP process where necessary.
  • New Product Introduction (NPI) and Lifecycle: Support all New Product requirements for SIOP, including meetings, setups, and forecast entering/verifying.
  • Executive Reporting: Own SIOP slides for the Monthly Operating Review (MOR).

Required Qualifications & Experience
  • Bachelor's Degree - Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or other quantitative field.
  • 7-10 years of experience in SIOP/S&OP, supply chain management, sales or demand planning.
  • Experience working with ERP & MRP systems.
  • Excellent leadership and collaboration skills, with experience working with and influencing cross-functional teams.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage complex data sets and dashboards.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills, with ability to distill complex concepts into actionable insights
  • 25% domestic travel required

Preferred Qualifications & Experience
  • Experience with forecasting tools or libraries and/or enterprise planning platforms is a plus.
  • Experience communicating complex models to cross functional audiences.

What You'll Get from Us:
  • Health, dental and vision insurance coverage, helping you "be safe, be healthy"
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off
  • A commitment to your future with a 401K plan, which currently offers a 6% company match and no vesting period
  • Health Savings Accounts - Tax-advantaged savings account used for healthcare expenses
  • Flexible Spending Accounts - Tax-advantaged spending accounts for healthcare and/or dependent daycare expenses
  • Disability Insurance -Short-Term and Long-Term coverage, paid for by Allegion, provides income replacement for illness or injury
  • Life Insurance - Term life coverage with the option to purchase supplemental coverage
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Voluntary Wellness Program - Simply complete wellness activities and earn up to $2,000 in rewards
  • Employee Discounts through Perks at Work
  • Community involvement and opportunities to give back so you can "serve others, not yourself"
  • Opportunities to leverage your unique strengths through CliftonStrengths assessment & coaching

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