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Supply Chain Planner

Ayr, ON, Canada

Hybrid 3-days onsite/week

We are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic person to join the ANH North America Regional Supply Chain team. The Supply Chain Planner will oversee the inventory of in-house manufactured materials, guaranteeing optimal inventory levels and taking proactive measures to identify and address potential supply risks within the regional distribution center and ANH premix production sites. This pivotal role involves strategic engagement with the global production and distribution network to fulfill regional requirements, streamlining internal processes to enhance customer satisfaction and achieve the regional supply chain objectives.

ANH, in the process of separating from dsm-firmenich, is a global leader in animal nutrition and health, as well as vitamins, carotenoids, and aroma ingredients - driven by its strong purpose: feeding the planet without costing the earth. Together, we make it possible. www.dsm-firmenich.com/ANH

1. Collaborate with ANH S&OP Lead to ensure appropriate inventory levels in the region, swiftly identifying anomalies and determining root causes. Coordinate phase-in/out strategies and material substitutions in partnership with Nutritional Services and Commercial.
2. Work with Global Inventory Planners and Global Supply Chain Managers to ensure timely replenishment shipments to the Regional Distribution Center. Monitor container optimization levels and promptly communicate any shipment delays, FDA holds, or other issues to the ANH S&OP Lead and blend plants.
3. Organize and optimize stock transfer orders between the regional distribution center and premix production sites in North America, ensuring consistently optimal inventory levels.
4. Support the ANH S&OP Lead in resolving order fulfillment issues, including inventory allocation and special batch requirements.
5. Create purchase requisitions for third-party raw materials in case of shortages from the group-supplied materials, ensuring uninterrupted supply chain operations while adhering to global guidelines.
6. Monitor and control inventory positions, taking proactive measures to address blocked or aging inventory by orchestrating necessary actions for consumption.
7. Provide support to the ANH S&OP Lead in effectively managing working capital and achieving regional inventory targets.

• Unique career paths across health, nutrition and beauty - explore what drives you and get the support to make it happen
• A chance to impact millions of consumers every day – sustainability embedded in all we do
• A science led company, cutting edge research and creativity everywhere – from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability game-changers, you’ll work on what’s next
• Growth that keeps up with you – you join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership
• A culture that lifts you up – with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on.
• A community where your voice matters – it is essential to serve our customers well.

• Bachelor’s degree or Equivalent Experience in Production, Planning, or Inventory Analysis, plus 10+ year experience
• Knowledge of SAP Materials Management and Sales and Distribution functions.
• Demonstrated statistical, analytical, and problem-solving skills using various software and tools.
• Familiarity with a variety of Supply Chain Management concepts and procedures e.g., MRP, Inventory Coverage, Operating Working Capital, Demand Planning, OTIF (On Time In Full).
• Solid quantitative computer skills including MS suite.
• Experience in SAP (APO/R3), BW and the master data driving the various systems and processes.
• Strong communicator with a collaborative mindset, known for responsiveness and a proactive sense of urgency to drive results.

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.