Regional Planning Manager

EPTA GROUP; Columbus (GA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Development opportunities

Flexible working hours

Remote work options

Volunteering activities

Job summary

A leading commercial refrigeration solutions provider in Georgia is looking for a Regional Planning Manager to optimize demand and supply planning. This role involves overseeing inventory strategies, leading the S&OP process, and collaborating across functions to ensure operational efficiency. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in supply chain management, strong analytical skills, and a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field. Join us to enjoy flexible hours and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in supply chain planning, demand forecasting, or production planning.
• Strong expertise in supply chain optimization and inventory management.
• Hands-on experience with ERP, APS, and data analytics.

Responsibilities

• Oversee demand forecasting and supply planning across multiple business units.
• Lead the regional S&OP process to ensure alignment between demand and supply.
• Implement inventory optimization strategies to minimize stockouts.
• Establish and monitor supply chain KPIs.
• Identify and implement process automation and improvements.
• Collaborate with sales and supply chain teams to improve alignment.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks.

Skills

Supply chain optimization

Inventory management

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management

Tools

ERP systems

APS

Data analytics platforms

Job description

Regional Planning Manager

Job Purpose

The Regional Planning Manager is responsible for leading and optimizing demand, supply, and production planning processes across multiple locations within a region. This role ensures inventory optimization, operational efficiency, and alignment between supply chain functions and business objectives.

Experience

Professional background

8+ years of experience in supply chain planning, demand forecasting, or production planning in a regional or global environment; Strong experience with supply chain optimization, and inventory management; Hands‑on expertise in ERP, APS, and data analytics platforms.

Educational background

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.

Key Responsibilities

• DEMAND & SUPPLY PLANNING – Oversee and optimize demand forecasting and supply planning across multiple business units.
• SALES & OPERATIONS PLANNING (S&OP) MANAGEMENT – Lead the regional S&OP process, ensuring alignment between demand, supply, and financial planning.
• INVENTORY & CAPACITY MANAGEMENT – Implement inventory optimization strategies to minimize stockouts and excess inventory.
• DATA ANALYTICS & KPI MONITORING – Establish and monitor supply chain KPIs.
• PROCESS OPTIMIZATION & CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT – Identify and implement automation and digital transformation projects to streamline workflows.
• CROSS-FUNCTIONAL & REGIONAL COLLABORATION – Act as a key liaison between regional and global sales and supply chain teams; Collaborate with procurement, logistics, finance, and manufacturing teams to improve supply chain alignment.
• RISK MANAGEMENT & COMPLIANCE – Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including supply disruptions, geopolitical factors, and raw material shortages; Ensure regulatory compliance with trade, customs, and sustainability policies.

Don’t let a few unmet requirements chill your enthusiasm! If you’re excited about the role and believe you have the potential to excel, click “Apply” anyway. We love fresh energy and are eager to see what you bring to the table!

Why work for Epta

• Join Epta in this permanent role, where you'll experience a great blend of new technologies and a modern workplace culture.
• We take development opportunities seriously! Take part in a variety of training through our Epta Academy and external training partners.
• Epta offers the opportunity for remote work whenever possible, along with providing the necessary technical equipment.
• Balance work and personal life perfectly with our flexible working hours.
• Give back more than we receive: Join our volunteering activities and help make the world a better place.

Our story

We at the Epta Group are a dynamic and growing international company, delivering cutting‑edge commercial refrigeration solutions that impact everyday life—from ensuring fresh food in supermarkets to keeping the perfect chill in your favorite café. Our global network includes manufacturing facilities, sales entities and service organizations —all working together to provide sustainable and innovative solutions. We support customers in their green transition and support them as a fully integrated provider, from the layout of the store to the after‑sales support.

With over 8,000 employees, Epta fosters an environment of continuous development. We offer career growth, extensive training, and the opportunity to thrive in a company where every challenge is a chance to create value and inspire our people. Guided by our values, we are committed to professional excellence, sustainability, and innovation in every aspect of our work.

We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, disability, parental status, or social origin. At Epta, your unique perspective is what keeps us innovative and cool.