Supply Network Planner

ZipRecruiter; Lancaster; On-site; USD 71,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cooperative seeks a Supply Network Planner to optimize production and supply operations. Responsibilities include managing S&OP processes, evaluating supply chain opportunities, and collaborating with various departments. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and extensive planning experience.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Holidays

Qualifications

• 5+ years of planning experience.
• Strong analytical skills with spreadsheets and statistics.
• Experience in Sales and Operations Planning.

Responsibilities

• Developing supply plans for production facilities and optimizing utilization.
• Managing the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process.
• Analyzing and reviewing inventory policies quarterly.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Negotiation

Decision-making

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, logistics, or related field

APICS certification

Tools

Advanced Planning systems (Ross)

Job description

Job Description

As employees of a farmer-owned cooperative, we come to work every day trying to honor the tireless effort and care these farming families put in every day, all day, 365 days a year. Our farmer-owners tend to think in terms of tradition, with some of our farms being run by the same families for over a century. We carry this approach into our business, knowing that each and every one of us makes a difference in allowing these traditions to continue, taking pride in knowing that we nourish our friends, neighbors, nation, and even the world with healthy and delicious dairy products. Our products include milk, flavored milk, yogurt, dip, sour cream, cottage cheese, Italian cheese, and ice cream mix marketed under the Upstate Farms, Bison, Milk for Life, and Intense Milk brands.

Role & Responsibilities:

The primary function of this position is the development of supply plans for designated production facilities and production lines that attempt to understand and optimize planned milk utilization. This includes optimizing costs and service in support of Customer Service initiatives, milk utilization objectives, and company profitability plans. The role actively manages the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process to ensure a balance between customer service, manufacturing effectiveness, inventory investment, and spoilage avoidance. It also involves managing finished goods inventory investments, overseeing utilization plans for warehouse facilities and transportation lanes, tracking and reporting production, supply, and fulfillment issues, analyzing capacity utilization, and supporting business cases for capacity expansion or network re-alignment.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

The Supply Network Planner is responsible for activities including:

• Evaluating supply chain opportunities to optimize total cost and service.
• Developing & maintaining an 18-month forward-looking outlook of production, milk utilization, asset utilization, and inventory projections.
• Managing capacity planning models for multiple manufacturing facilities.
• Collaborating with Membership to understand planned milk supply.
• Conducting monthly Supply Agreement processes to support S&OP, addressing supply and demand imbalances.
• Establishing inventory planning and production scheduling parameters for manufacturing.
• Collaborating with procurement and plant operations to align raw materials, production, and finished goods strategies.
• Leading capacity and inventory review discussions within S&OP meetings.
• Analyzing and reviewing inventory policies quarterly to minimize spoilage and maximize service and inventory turns.
• Developing and executing product run rate reviews and capacity definitions with plant leadership.
• Analyzing inventory investment costs and trends in alignment with company objectives.
• Recommending and implementing process and strategy changes to reduce supply chain costs.
• Performing all responsibilities in accordance with Upstate Niagara Cooperative’s policies, procedures, and core values.
• Managing planning activities and acting as the main interface among manufacturing, logistics, marketing, and finance within S&OP.

Education and Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in business, logistics, or related field with 5+ years of planning experience.
• APICS certification or progress towards certification.
• Strong analytical skills with spreadsheets and statistics.
• Basic financial analysis skills.
• Knowledge of manufacturing, distribution, and customer service processes.
• Experience in Sales and Operations Planning.
• Excellent communication, presentation, interpersonal, and listening skills.

Key Working Relationships:

• Membership, Manufacturing Operations, Transportation, Warehousing, Finance, Sales, Marketing, Procurement.

Skills:

Business Acumen

Understanding of manufacturing capabilities and capacities - Proficient

Understanding of Supply Chain KPIs - Expert

Impact of supply planning KPIs on organizational KPIs - Proficient

Soft Skills

Negotiation, Decision-making, Relationship Building, Teamwork, and Collaboration - Proficient

Technical / Analytical Skills

Knowledge of Advanced Planning systems (Ross) - Proficient

Inventory Management, Data & Financial analytics, Problem solving, Spreadsheet Management & Presentation, Data-driven insight - Proficient

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

This position primarily operates in a fast-paced office environment, requiring teamwork and individual analysis. Must be comfortable sitting/standing for extended periods and operating standard office equipment. Periodic travel to plants or for customer interactions may be required.

Pay Range: $71,700 - $100,400 annually

*The salary range is indicative; actual compensation varies based on experience, education, and other factors. It includes total rewards such as health insurance, retirement plans, wellness programs, paid time off, and holidays.

Upstate Niagara Cooperative, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.