Nature's Bakery · 2 days ago
Supply Chain Planning Manager
SLC Metro Area
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expNature's Bakery is seeking a Supply Chain Planning Manager to lead their supply planning team. This role involves translating demand forecasts into achievable supply plans while collaborating with various departments to meet inventory objectives and improve processes.
Health CareNutritionSnack Food
Hiring Manager
Ilana Austin
Responsibilities
Translates demand into a constrained master production schedule
Partners with factories, logistics and procurement to ensure proper translation of master schedule into finite supply needs and actions
Coordinates with factory planners to support accurate and timely inputs to finite scheduling needs
Ensures best & standardized practices are followed across all shared planning resources
Lead the supply planning strategy involved in product lifecycle events and transitions to ensure the network supply strategy delivers on the product portfolio goals
Create the inventory and run strategy for Nature’s Bakery to meet inventory objectives
Ensures best practices and policies related to monthly S&OP are established and being adhered to throughout the planning process
Develops capabilities and understanding across functional teams where needed to execute on the model
Aligns with leadership team to ensure common understanding and shared accountability
Presents the S&OP forecast including an overview of key assumptions, risks and opportunities
Partners with stakeholders to assure forecasts can be translated into actionable supply chain plans that optimize inventory and maximize customer service
Leads and/or participates in implementation of new processes and practices as the supply chain planning expert for the company
Partners in development of ERP tools and integration to ensure maximum benefit
Partners with stakeholders to develop 'what-if' scenario forecasts to support accurate financial forecasting (sales/inventory), rough cut capacity plans, etc
Partners with Mars stakeholders in strategic capacity scenario analysis
Performs other duties as may be assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field (Master's preferred) or equivalent work experience
5+ years of experience in customer operations, planning, logistics, or supply chain management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
Strong understanding of supply planning and inventory management best practices
Proven track record of driving operational improvements
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in ERP systems, planning software, and data analysis tools
Up to 20% travel is required
Preferred
Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance offered for eligible employees
401(k) plan with a company match that vest on day 1 of eligibility
Paid vacation
Paid time off
Holiday pay
Paid short-term disability
Paid life insurance
Banfield Pet Insurance Discounts
Wellness Benefits and Discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Company
Nature's Bakery
Nature's Bakery is an on-the-go snack foods brand that supports health conscious living and active lifestyles.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2020-12-02Acquired
Leadership Team
Lauren Spear
CEO and General Manager
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