Job Title: Planning Specialist II
Location: St Paul, MN 55102 (Onsite or Hybrid)
Duration: 3 Months (Possibility of extension depending upon business requirements and performance)
Shift: 8-5pm (can also be 7-4pm)
 
Summary:

• The main function of the planning specialist is to provide data and analytical support to the planning team.
• This position will be responsible for utilizing SAP and Excel to create vendor forecasts, compiling data to understand supply gaps, working with vendors and planners to ensure orders are confirmed, and conduct ad hoc analysis to support informed decision-making.  

 
Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain vendor forecasts using SAP and Excel
• Compile and analyze data to identify and quantify potential supply gaps
• Monitor open orders and proactively follow up on confirmations, changes, or delays
• Support resolution of supply constraints by coordinating across procurement, planning, and supplier partners
• Conduct ad hoc analyses to support data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support invoice analysis and resolution

 
Required Skills:

• Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail
• Experience with MS Office, strong MS Excel skills necessary
• Ability to analyze supply plans and clearly articulate gaps

 
Preferred Skills:

• SAP experience preferred

 
Soft Skills Required:

• Strong ability to work independently, curiosity to question results and ask questions to support learning.

 
Education/Experience Requirement:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

 
Education Preferred:

• APICS - CPIM

 
Technology Requirements:

• Excel familiarity and ability to run ad hoc analysis of data.

 
 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 20.00/hr.