Strategic Material Planning Manager
Core
Leads forward-looking planning for raw materials, packaging, and semi-finished goods across the Refrigerated and Frozen network, translating demand changes into requirements and developing resilient sourcing strategies.
Role type
Senior IC strategic material planning manager
Builds
Resilient sourcing and replenishment strategies supporting service, inventory, and margin goals for Conagra and co-manufacturing sites
Domain
Food manufacturing / Supply chain planning
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> production planning & inventory optimization
Required skills
Material planning, supply chain management, MRP governance, supplier capacity assessment, risk mitigation, inventory optimization, cross-functional leadership, team coaching, data analysis, SAP proficiency
Preferred skills
Blue Yonder experience, AI/generative AI knowledge, workflow automation, digital planning tools
Technologies
SAP, Excel, Teams, Blue Yonder, data-visualization tools
Responsibilities
Translate enterprise strategy into measurable operational goals; Develop short- and long-term strategies for non-finished and semi-finished goods; Lead critical-material risk assessment and mitigation; Assess 12- to 18-month supplier and internal capacity; Resolve material supply issues with planners, plants, and suppliers; Balance planning and replenishment to optimize service and cost; Partner with stakeholders to strengthen material risk management; Reduce inventory and waste while improving service; Govern lead times, order quantities, safety stock, and replenishment settings; Advance planning systems and automate analysis
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership