Dry Goods Planner

McLane Company, Inc.; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 benefits, medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off from day one

401(k) Profit Sharing Plan

Tuition reimbursement program

Job summary

McLane Company, Inc. is seeking a Dry Goods Planner in Carrollton, Texas. The successful candidate will analyze demand and manage forecasts to maintain inventory levels across locations. Responsibilities include monitoring supply conditions, optimizing inventory flow, and collaborating with various departments to enhance operations.

This full-time, on-site role requires strong communication skills, a degree in Supply Chain Management, and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with a 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field.
• Strong commitment to customer satisfaction and loyalty.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence and work as part of a team.
• Proficient with spreadsheets and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Analyze demand forecasts and manage purchase orders.
• Monitor item supply to minimize risk of spoilage.
• Communicate vendor issues and resolve supply disruptions.
• Optimize inventory levels for operations efficiency.

Skills

Customer satisfaction commitment

Effective communication

Computer literacy

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Take your career further with McLane! McLane teammates, the driving force behind our success, are diverse professionals who work together seamlessly to keep our operations running smoothly. As a teammate, you will pair your dedication, expertise, and collaborative spirit with your fellow teammates to serve America’s most beloved brands. McLane leaders think long‑term, act with purpose, and inspire high performance. They lead with accountability, communicate clearly, and drive results through collaboration, innovation, and continuous growth. They empower each teammate to learn from industry leaders, develop their skills, and build lasting connections nationwide.

The Dry Goods Planner analyzes demand and manages forecasts and purchase orders to balance in‑stock and inventory levels for all locations. The position must actively monitor item supply and demand to minimize the risk of spoilage, obsolescence, transfers, or redeliveries. This is an on‑site position and requires candidates to be within a 50‑minute radius of Carrollton, TX.

Benefits You Can Count On

• Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA, and company‑paid life insurance
• Paid time off begins day one
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days
• Additional benefits: pet insurance, maternity/paternity leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more

What You’ll Do As a Dry Goods Planner

• Monitor and maintain demand forecasting
• Analyze historical usage and forecasting reports to ensure proper demand data for automated systems
• Manage sales history and analyze and adjust forecast to ensure customer demand is met
• Monitor and provide feedback on forecasting information provided by Chain Management
• Communicate vendor issues encountered and work to resolve any supply disruptions
• Place and monitor purchase orders utilizing system reports with the purpose of maximizing in‑stock level, maintaining minimum inventory exposure and balancing freight costs
• Seek opportunities to work with other Distribution Center functions to maximize operating targets
• Manage inventory levels and flow to optimize receiving, storage, picking, and loading operations
• Maintain inventory levels to minimize obsolescence spoilage
• Coordinate with transportation group to optimize backhauls and freight income opportunities
• Manage inter‑division difficulties such as transfers, allocations, and quality issues
• Monitor and analyze performance indicators such as in‑stock levels, perfect order performance, inventory levels, inter‑division transfer costs, and obsolescence
• Other duties may be assigned

Qualifications You’ll Bring As a Dry Goods Planner

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Distribution, or related field
• Strong commitment to customer satisfaction and loyalty
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to influence others and work both individually and as part of a team
• Strong computer literacy including ability to work with spreadsheets; experience with an ERP preferred
• Ability to quickly and effectively learn new systems
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and understanding English at a level sufficient to perform job‑related tasks effectively and safely, including understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role

Desired Traits

• Teamwork oriented
• Organized
• Problem solver
• Detail oriented

Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen in accordance with applicable laws.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

For our complete EEO and Pay Transparency statement, please visit https://www.mclaneco.com/legal/employment/.

Primary Location: United States-Texas-Carrollton

Business Unit: FS800

Job Category: Merchandising/Supply Chain

Schedule: Full‑time

Shift: 1st – Day

Employee Status: Regular