Manager, Materials Planning
Core
Lead a team of planners to ensure continuity of raw and packaging material supply to production facilities, optimizing inventory and waste while maximizing customer service levels.
Role type
Manager, Materials Planning
Builds
Integrated planning and replenishment processes for packaging and ingredients across a network of manufacturing locations and co-packers.
Domain
Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) / Supply Chain
Required skills
Supply planning, People management, SAP/APO proficiency, Strategic sourcing, Inventory reduction, Process optimization, Team leadership, Analytical problem solving, Change management
Preferred skills
CPG industry experience, Continuous improvement initiatives, Mentoring talent, Excel-based analytics
Responsibilities
Oversee supply chain from purchase order to delivery including order fulfillment and inventory management; Determine production line capacity and constraints; Manage, motivate, and train staff; Lead inventory reduction and warehousing programs; Develop and implement sourcing strategies; Create and maintain supplier KPI database.
Seniority
Manager, hands-on IC with team leadership