Co-Pack Planner

Lindt & Sprungli (Canada), Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Plan

Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Corporate Gym Discount Rates

Wellness Program

Chocolate!

Job summary

Lindt Canada is seeking a Co-Pack Planner to orchestrate planning and execution of all co-pack SKUs across its portfolio. You will develop supply and production plans aligning demand with inventory, capacity, and service goals, leveraging SAP IBP and SAP PPDS within a third-party manufacturing network.

Responsibilities include creating and maintaining co-pack plans, optimizing production schedules, coordinating with Demand Planning, Sales Strategy, and Procurement, and driving continuous

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Engineering, or related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in supply planning, production planning, scheduling, or manufacturing.
• Experience with SAP PPDS or comparable ERP planning and scheduling systems.
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA and SAP IBP preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain co-pack supply plans in SAP IBP based on demand forecasts, capacity constraints, and inventory targets.
• Create and optimize detailed production schedules in SAP PPDS to maximize capacity utilization and customer service levels.
• Convert supply plans into production orders and release them to co-pack partners based on inventory requirements and material availability.
• Monitor production schedules and adjust plans to address changing demand, material shortages, and capacity constraints.
• Partner with Demand Planning, Sales Strategy, Customer Service, Procurement, and Supply Chain teams to align supply plans with customer requirements.
• Lead weekly co-pack planning meetings to review production schedules, establish priorities, resolve constraints, and mitigate supply risks.
• Analyze and communicate insights related to inventory, capacity utilization, production performance, shortages, and excess stock.
• Support new product launches, product transitions, and promotional initiatives through collaboration with Packaging Development, Master Data, and cross-functional teams.
• Maintain accurate planning parameters and master data within SAP S/4HANA and related planning systems.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance planning processes, scheduling efficiency, and system effectiveness.
• Own co-pack planning KPIs and lead corrective actions to improve service levels, inventory health, schedule adherence, and capacity utilization.
• Serve as the primary backup for the Material Planner as required.

Skills

SAP IBP

SAP PPDS

SAP S/4HANA

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Post-secondary education in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Engineering, or related field

Tools

SAP IBP

SAP PPDS

SAP S/4HANA

Job description

Reporting to the Co-Pack Planning Manager, the Co-Pack Planner will be responsible for the planning and execution of all co-pack SKUs within Lindt Canada's portfolio. This role develops supply and production plans that align with customer demand while optimizing inventory levels, material availability, manufacturing capacity, and service performance. The Co-Pack Planner leverages SAP IBP for long-term supply planning and SAP PPDS (Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling) to create and manage detailed production schedules across Lindt Canada's third-party manufacturing network.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain co-pack supply plans in SAP IBP based on demand forecasts, capacity constraints, and inventory targets.
• Create and optimize detailed production schedules in SAP PPDS to maximize capacity utilization and customer service levels.
• Convert supply plans into production orders and release them to co-pack partners based on inventory requirements and material availability.
• Monitor production schedules and adjust plans to address changing demand, material shortages, and capacity constraints.
• Partner closely with Demand Planning, Sales Strategy, Customer Service, Procurement, and Supply Chain teams to align supply plans with customer requirements and service objectives.
• Lead weekly co-pack planning meetings to review production schedules, establish priorities, resolve constraints, and mitigate supply risks.
• Analyze and communicate insights related to inventory, capacity utilization, production performance, shortages, and excess stock.
• Support new product launches, product transitions, and promotional initiatives through collaboration with Packaging Development, Master Data, and cross-functional teams.
• Maintain accurate planning parameters and master data within SAP S/4HANA and related planning systems.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance planning processes, scheduling efficiency, and system effectiveness.
• Own co-pack planning KPIs and lead corrective actions to improve service levels, inventory health, schedule adherence, and capacity utilization.
• Serve as the primary backup for the Material Planner as required.

Requirements

• Post-secondary education in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in supply planning, production planning, scheduling, or a manufacturing environment.
• Experience developing production schedules, managing capacity constraints, and balancing inventory targets using SAP PPDS or comparable ERP planning and scheduling systems.
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA and SAP IBP preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Results-oriented with a focus on customer service, inventory optimization, and continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate and influence across cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Rewards Package

The standard hiring range for this role is $70,000-$90,000 CAD per annum with a 10% performance-based bonus. The final agreement upon salary may vary based on market location and factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience.

We offer a competitive rewards package for our employees as well as a growth-oriented work environment.

• Health and Dental Plan
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Corporate Gym Discount Rates
• Wellness Program
• Chocolate!

We thank all those who have applied, however, only selected candidates will be contacted.

Accessibility

Lindt is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request. Please contact our Human Resources department for more information.

This position will involve the use of AI tools to help screen, assess, or select applicants.

Why Lindt Canada?

Join our winning culture and become part of our team of passionate and dynamic individuals in our journey to become the leader in the Canadian chocolate market. Our environment characterizes personal commitment, drive, initiative and entrepreneurial spirit, working together as one team to reach outstanding results. We encourage, recognize and reward innovation, personal initiative, leadership and accountability throughout the organization. We are recognized as a Great Place to Work so come and grow your career with us, it’s a pretty sweet deal. To learn more about our winning culture, visit https://careers.lindtcanada.ca and or follow us on LinkedIn Lindt & Sprüngli is recognized as a leader in the market for premium quality chocolate, offering a large selection of products in more than 120 countries around the world.

During more than 170 years of Lindt & Sprüngli's existence, it has become known as one of the most innovative and creative companies making premium chocolate, with 12 production sites in Europe and the USA, and distribution and sales companies on four continents.

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Looking to grow your career in a dynamic, international setting? Join the Lindt & Sprüngli Group! Together, we thrive to achieve our bold ambitions, powered by our purpose and unique culture of community and mutual support – rooted in a proud tradition, yet always evolving to stay ahead and set new standards. Across our diverse local teams, we think globally and act locally – empowering people to grow, take ownership and shape a sustainable future together. We are a responsible “employer of choice” who provides an inspiring people experience. Together, we build trust, drive innovation, and grow – as individuals and as a business. Lindt & Sprüngli has been enchanting the world with chocolate for over 180 years. The long-established Swiss company with its roots in Zurich is a global leader in the premium chocolate category. Lindt & Sprüngli produces quality chocolates today at its 12 factories in Europe and the USA. Its products are sold by 41 subsidiaries and branch offices in around 620 of its own stores as well as via a network of around 100 distributors around the globe. With around 15,500 employees, the Lindt & Sprüngli Group reported sales of CHF 5.92 billion in 2025. Our commitment to contributing to a sustainable tomorrow is a key element driving the company’s actions and ambitions. Since 2008, the Lindt & Sprüngli Farming Program has been our Responsible Sourcing Standard for cocoa.