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Supply Analyst 2, PLCB
Salary
$58,035.00 - $88,235.00 Annually
Location
Dauphin County, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
CS-2024-12807-02925
Department
Liquor Control Board
Division
LC Forecasting and Planning Di
Opening Date
11/25/2024
Closing Date
12/8/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
02925
Position Number
00038148
Union
Non Union
Bargaining Unit
A3
Pay Group
ST07
Bureau / Division Code
00268541
Bureau / Division
Bureau of Planning and Procurement
Worksite Address
910 Capital Street
City
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
17124
Contact Name
Cheyenne Green
Contact Phone
717.###.####
Contact Email
...@pa.gov
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+ Benefits
+ Questions
THE POSITION
Are you ready to take the next step forward in your career? The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board (PLCB) is eager to welcome a professional Supply Analyst 2 to their team to serve as the Inventory and Operations Planning (I&OP) Planner in the Bureau of Planning & Procurement. This position will evaluate existing forecasting standards and metrics and will perform analysis of the Inventory and Operations Planning to improve efficiency and effectiveness. If you thrive in a fast-paced teamwork environment, this is the job for you!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Supply Analyst 2, you will develop and maintain demand forecasts specific to wholesale customer accounts, analyzing historical sales, seasonal trends, and market data to predict demand accurately and support customer requirements. Work involves researching current industry trends, forecasting methodology, and tools to make recommendations to increase efficiency to forecasting processes. You will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with planning partners by providing recommendations, reports, and analysis to determine impact and performance level. Partners include but are not limited to: Information Technology (IT), Marketing, Replenishment, Procurement, Wholesale, and Executive personnel. This position is the subject matter expert in their assigned Organization/Department and requires expertise in demand planning, analytics, and Oracle Supply Chain Management (SCM) solutions to support accurate demand predictions, improve inventory management, and enhance supply chain efficiency.
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Work Schedule and Additional Information:
+ Full-time employment.
+ Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
+ Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, reporting to the office two times per month or as needed. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
+ Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
+ You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
+ One year as a Product and Supply Analyst or Product Associate 2;or
+ Two years of analytical experience in supply chain, logistics, finance, or business operations in the consumer packaged goods industry, and a bachelor's degree;or
+ An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Other Requirements:
+ You must meet the PA residency requirement ( Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link ( Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.
+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
+ You must pass a background investigation. An applicant with a felony conviction within the last ten years of their prospective date of employment is not permitted to work for the PLCB, per section 210(c) of the Pennsylvania Liquor Code. Other criminal convictions will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
How to Apply:
+ Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
+ If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
+ Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
+ Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
+ Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ...@pa.gov .
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
+ 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
+ Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
+ Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
+ Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
+ You must provide complete and accurate information or:
+ your score may be lower than deserved.
+ you may be disqualified.
+ You may only apply/testoncefor this posting.
+ Your results will be provided via email.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little extras that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
01
Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Product and Supply Analyst or Product Associate 2 for one or more years full-time?
+ Yes
+ No
02
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
03
How many years of full-time analytical experience do you possess in supply chain, logistics, finance, or business operations in the consumer packaged goods industry?
+ 2 years or more
+ 1 but less than 2 years
+ Less than 1 year
+ None
04
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
05
How much graduate coursework have you completed in business administration, marketing, finance, economics, or a related field?
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the Attachments tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer Yes to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting clicking the Evaluation Services link. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.
+ 30 or more credits
+ 15 to 30 credits
+ Less than 15 credits
+ None
06
CS-INSTRUCTIONS You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which Level of Performance most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The Level of Performance you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the Yes button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page ( Info/Pages/default.aspx) .
+ Yes
07
WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - FORECASTING AND DEMAND PLANNING
Evaluate the actual performance versus the forecasted performance of a demand plan in conjunction with the Planning and Procurement Team. This evaluation is completed with a focus on Business to Business (B2B)/Wholesale customers. This includes:
+ Analyzing run rates/forecasts.
+ Tracking performance of purchase plans against actual purchasing patterns to note variances.
+ Identifying sales patterns.
+ Coordinating work with staff.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
+ A. I have experience independently evaluating the performance of a demand plan. I analyzed data, tracked performance of purchase plans, identified sales patterns, and coordinated work with staff.
+ B. I have experience working as part of a team to evaluate the performance of a demand plan. I assisted the team in identifying sales patterns, tracking performance, or analyzing data.
+ C. I have successfully completed college coursework related to this work behavior such as demand planning, forecasting or supply chain management.
+ D. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.
08
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
+ Your experience evaluating the actual versus forecasted performance of a demand plan
+ Your specific duties and level of responsibility
09
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
+ College/University
+ Course Title
+ Credits/Clock Hours
10
WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - PRODUCT INVENTORY AND SUPPLY PLANNING
Track the full lifecycle of products to ensure sufficient stock to meet customer demand. This includes:
+ Monitoring inventory levels.
+ Analyzing shipping/transportation methods, associated vendor lead times, and the internal distribution network.
+ Assisting in establishing replenishment setup for products.
+ Serving as point of contact for requests regarding product availability, inventory levels, and outages.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
+ A. I have experience independently tracking products to ensure sufficient stock to meet customer demand. I monitored inventory levels, analyzed shipping methods and lead times, assisted in replenishing products, and served as a point for contact for requests.
+ B. I have experience working with others or as part of a team to track products to meet customer demand. I assisted in monitoring inventory levels, analyzing shipping methods and lead times, or replenishing products.
+ C. I have successfully completed college coursework related to this work behavior such as supply planning or inventory management.
+ D. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.
11
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
+ The name(s) of the employers where you gained this experience
+ Your experience tracking products to meet customer demand
+ Your specific duties and level of responsibility
12
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
+ College/University
+ Course Title
+ Credits/Clock Hours
13
WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - GATHERING DATA TO PREPARE REPORTS
Gather and analyze data using production reporting (Data Warehouse), data mining (SQL), and data manipulation and presentation tools (Microsoft Office programs). Prepare reports for presentation to internal management and external bureaus/vendors/customers.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
+ A. I have experience gathering and analyzing data using various reporting tools to prepare reports for which I was responsible for the final content.
+ B. I have experience gathering data using various reporting tools to be used in reports for which others were responsible for the final content.
+ C. I have successfully completed college coursework related to this work behavior such as report writing, English composition or data analysis.
+ D. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
+ The name(s) of the employers where you gained this experience
+ Your experience gathering or analyzing data using reporting tools to prepare reports
+ Your specific duties and level of responsibility
15
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
+ College/University
+ Course Title
+ Credits/Clock Hours
Required Question
Agency
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
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