ABOUT US

As a family-owned company, it’s the people who continue to make STIHL a successful, world-class brand.  Since revolutionizing the forestry industry in Germany with the first electric chainsaw in 1926, the STIHL name has remained synonymous with outstanding innovations, high-quality products and comprehensive service.
STIHL is seeking a highly motivated Planning Analyst to join Team STIHL in our Virginia Beach, VA location! With competitive compensation, excellent benefits and exciting growth potential, it’s a great time to join the STIHL team.

• Analyze and update operational plan for Branches: sales and purchase forecast of all finished goods: units, accessories, forestry, and specific merchandising items, rolling 24 months out. Communicate with Branch for consensus on monthly plans.
• Plan and submit finished goods purchase orders to STIHL Incorporated and outside Vendors.
• Creates annual planning projection package and consults branches in setting up the annual budget for sales and purchases
• Resolve product availability issues to meet target service levels while monitoring inventory levels
• Places orders for replenishment inventory as required
• Works with logistics on deliveries, tracking, network availability, and other duties as needed
• Responds to questions regarding inventory availability, sales usage history, backorders and order statuses
• All other duties and responsibilities as assigned.