Supply Planning Manager
Core
Provide strategic direction and planning for inventory management across manufacturing facilities, co-packers, and distribution centers to balance service levels and costs.
Role type
Senior Supply Planning Manager
Builds
Production master plans, inventory strategies, and network supply processes for food manufacturing and distribution.
Domain
Food & Beverage Manufacturing / Supply Chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Long-term scheduling, capacity planning, Integrated Business Planning (IBP), network optimization, cross-functional leadership, project management, Microsoft Excel/PowerPoint proficiency
Preferred skills
APICS or CPIM certification
Technologies
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Integrated Business Planning systems
Responsibilities
Develop manufacturing and distribution strategies to achieve target customer service levels; Guide the development of network supply and capacity planning processes; Partner with cross-functional teams to position finished goods inventory; Establish guidelines for cost-efficient movement of finished goods; Monitor inventory health including aged and restricted stock; Plan freight and warehousing flow changes; Lead cross-functional projects to drive process improvements; Train and develop team members on processes and systems
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management experience