Senior Supply Planner

Berlin Packaging Canada Corporation; Toronto; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plan

Dental plan

Life insurance

Educational assistance

Job summary

Berlin Packaging Canada Corporation (BPCC) is seeking a Senior Supply Planner to manage the inventory planning process with a focus on minimizing costs and optimizing inventory. The role includes mentoring others and improving processes within a collaborative culture.

Candidate will coordinate PO replenishment, monitor inventory, and drive cost savings while maintaining excellent service levels; Kinaxis Maestro experience is a plus. BPCC offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Procurement, Planning, and Supply Chain experience in distribution or manufacturing.
• Bachelor's degree in business or related field preferred.
• C SCP certification preferred but not required.
• Hands-on experience with Kinaxis Maestro is preferred but not required.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills; ability to lead a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage PO replenishment to align supply with demand.
• Monitor inventory levels and maximize cash flow.
• Develop supplier relationships and drive cost savings.
• Mentor employees and support continuous improvement.
• Drive process improvements across the supply chain.

Skills

Procurement

Planning

Supply Chain

Negotiation

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

SCM certification (preferred)

Tools

Kinaxis Maestro

Job description

Berlin Packaging Canada Corporation (BPCC), is Canada’s premier supplier of rigid packaging and packaging components. We are a $100 million company with 10 straight years of record growth.

Chances are you enjoy products supplied by Berlin Packaging every day! We serve virtually every end market: automotive, beverage, food, home care, industrial chemical, pet care and veterinary, personal health and beauty, wine and spirits, and cannabis.

Combine that with our “Anything is Possible” mindset and our winning culture , our 130+ employees are high-performing - and importantly, collaborative - entrepreneurs who blow through obstacles. We love it here.

We are hiring a Senior Supply Planner to e ffectively manage the inventory planning process, with a focus on minimizing costs and optimizing inventory with responsibility to improve processes and mentor others.

Key Accountabilities:

Purchase Order & Inventory Management

• Effectively manage the purchase order replenishment process with a focus on matching inventory levels (supply) with the needs of our customers (demand) .
• Monitor inventory levels and implement strategies that maximize cash flow and customer thrill .
• Use innovation and implement new processes and procedures that are focused on improving efficiencies across the organization .

SupplierDevelopment & Performance Improvement

• Routinely meet with current suppliers to bring new and improved product solutions forward .
• Effectively manage supplier performance and drive continuous improvement .
• Focus on developing new suppliers as improved performance and/or alternative solutions are required .
• Routinely meet with suppliers and drive process solutions which will improve performance throughout the supply chain .
• Use independent judgment to identify, recommend, and execute opportunities to optimize inventories and drive cost savings without negatively impacting customer service metrics.
• Manage transportation costs and focus on reducing total cost of ownership .

Mentor & Develop Others

• Mentor employees with a focus on enhancing their overall skills and developing their knowledge.
• Support a continuous improvement mode of operation.

Berlin Values

• Fulfill employee portion of the Berlin Values by demonstrating a strong work ethic, teamwork, loyalty, innovation, productivity and driving profitable results.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• 3 + years of Procurement, Planning , and Supply Chain experience in a distribution or manufacturing environment .
• Bachelor's degree in business or related field preferred .
• C SCP certification preferred but not required .
• Hands-on experience with Kinaxis Maestro is preferred but not required .
• Strong verbal and written communication skills along with the ability to conduct results-based negotiations.
• Ability to develop and lead a team of individuals.
• Excellent time management skills required along with the ability to manage multiple tasks with a focus on output and results.
• Provide leadership consistent with Berlin’s culture and business plans.
• Ability to proactively address issues and deploy effective problem-solving techniques that address root cause issues.
• Strong decision-maker with the ability to consider all alternatives and options and quickly implement appropriates action.

$55,000 - $70,000 CAD

Berlin Packaging Canada Corporation (BPCC) offers an outstanding compensation and benefits package including health care plan, dental plan, life insurance, and educational assistance.

We look at candidates’ skills but hire based on traits . We believe in hiring smart, passionate people who are thirsty for knowledge and excited to learn and develop their skills. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with the points outlined in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Berlin Packaging/BPCC provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, provincial, or local laws and ordinances.

Visit our Careers page for more information on our Anything is Possible culture and Total Rewards offerings.

*This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

*Berlin Packaging maintains a smoke-free workplace.