Strategic Supply Chain Planner - Demand & Inventory

Ya Ya Foods; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 59,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Ya Ya Foods in Ogden, Utah is seeking a Supply Chain Planner to manage end-to-end supply chain activities, from procurement to delivery, with a focus on inventory control and cost management. Reporting to the Director of Supply Chain, you will collaborate with manufacturing, customers, and quality teams to optimize planning and forecasting.

The successful candidate will have a university degree in supply chain and at least two years’ experience in demand and supply planning, with strong Excel

Qualifications

• University degree or college diploma in supply chain or related field.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience in demand and supply chain, preferably within food manufacturing and/or beverages.
• Demonstrated success in problem solving and prioritizing demand planning initiatives.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills to influence stakeholders at different levels.
• Financial acumen and proven analytical and process skills.
• Proficient in Excel and ERP tools such as Dynamics AX; strong computer skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Place purchase orders based on demand and reschedule/expedite as needed.
• Monitor vendor schedules and capacity to anticipate delivery risks.
• Lead S&OP processes with demand and supply reviews.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage multiple expectations.
• Build relationships with customers and suppliers to meet needs.
• Manage planning and purchasing using MRP functionalities.
• Ensure production teams have sufficient ingredients, equipment, and components.
• Coordinate with suppliers daily on orders and deliveries.
• Ensure GMP and safety compliance across processes.
• Uphold health, safety, environmental and quality standards.

Skills

Demand planning

Communication

Negotiation

Financial acumen

Analytical skills

Process skills

Excel

Dynamics AX

Time management

Organization

Education

University degree in supply chain

College diploma in supply chain

Tools

Dynamics AX

MRP

Job description

Ya Ya Foods in Ogden, Utah is seeking a Supply Chain Planner to manage end-to-end supply chain activities, from procurement to delivery, with a focus on inventory control and cost management. Reporting to the Director of Supply Chain, you will collaborate with manufacturing, customers, and quality teams to optimize planning and forecasting.

The successful candidate will have a university degree in supply chain and at least two years’ experience in demand and supply planning, with strong Excel