Intercompany Planning Manager

Lindt; Stratham (NH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Lindt US is seeking an Intercompany Planning Manager to lead end-to-end intercompany planning, forecasting, and inventory balance across the US network. This hybrid role sits in Stratham, NH, requiring three days on site each week to align with Finance, Operations, and regional teams.

The role emphasizes strong analytics, governance of planning processes, and collaboration across global supply chain and commercial functions.

Qualifications

• 5–8+ years in supply chain planning, S&OP, or intercompany operations.
• Strong knowledge of global supply networks, transfer pricing, and intercompany accounting.
• Proficiency with advanced planning systems and ERP platforms.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives in a matrixed environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end intercompany planning including demand forecasting and inventory balancing.
• Own intercompany S&OP/S&OE processes ensuring cross-site alignment.
• Collaborate with Finance, Logistics, and Compliance on transfers and cost flows.
• Drive continuous improvement of planning systems and governance.
• Provide leadership and coaching across global teams.

Skills

Supply chain planning

S&OP / S&OE

Intercompany coordination

ERP systems proficiency

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain/Finance/Business

MBA or APICS/CSCP preferred

Tools

SAP

IBP

Job description

Position Purpose:

The Intercompany Planning Manager oversees all planning, coordination, and execution of intercompany supply, demand, and financial flows across the global organization that supports the Lindt US division. This role ensures accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in intercompany transactions while driving alignment between Supply Chain, Finance, Operations, and regional business units. The manager is responsible for forecasting, inventory planning, process governance, and continuous improvement of intercompany planning systems and workflows.

This is a hybrid role that requires three days per week in our Stratham, NH corporate office.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:

Intercompany Planning

• Lead end‑to‑end intercompany planning, including demand forecasting, supply allocation, and inventory balancing across US distribution network.
• Own the intercompany S&OP and S&OE processes, ensuring alignment between manufacturing/co‑packing sites, distribution centers, and commercial teams.
• Maintain accurate intercompany demand signals and supply plans in planning systems (e.g., SAP, IBP).
• Monitor and resolve intercompany supply constraints, capacity issues, and fulfillment risks.
• Develop and maintain standardized intercompany planning policies, KPIs, and governance frameworks.
• Lead root‑cause analysis for service failures and inventory discrepancies and planning variances.

Intercompany Compliance

• Partner with Finance to ensure accurate transfer pricing, cost flows, and month-end close activities.
• Collaborate with Logistics and Trade Compliance to ensure timely, compliant movement of goods across borders.
• Reconcile and resolve PO and invoice discrepancies.
• Operate within global intercompany policies and internal controls.

Other Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline intercompany processes and enhance data quality.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and cross-functional communication to ensure global alignment.
• Support intercompany sourcing and set up for Lindt US commercial initiatives.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Skills & Knowledge:

• 5–8+ years of experience in supply chain planning, S&OP, or intercompany operations.
• Strong understanding of global supply chain networks, transfer pricing, and intercompany accounting.
• Proficiency with advanced planning systems and ERP platforms.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives in a complex, matrixed environment.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field
• MBA or APICS/CSCP preferred.

Success Indicators:

• High forecast accuracy and stable intercompany demand signals.
• Improved service levels and reduced backorders across global entities.
• Reduced planning cycle times and fewer manual interventions.
• Strong cross-functional alignment and predictable financial outcomes.