Supply Chain Planner

Balchem; Montvale (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Balchem is seeking an S&OP Planner to support production and material planning in Montvale, New Jersey. This role involves ensuring alignment between demand and inventory while managing the execution of production schedules.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field, strong Excel proficiency, and the ability to adapt to changing conditions. This position contributes significantly to maintaining inventory targets and educational initiatives in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience in manufacturing, supply chain, or planning preferred.
• Basic understanding of batch manufacturing, material flow, and inventory management.
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of production schedules based on demand and inventory.
• Manage and update production orders and planning parameters in ERP/MRP systems.
• Analyze inventory, production, and fulfillment performance to deliver KPI reporting.

Skills

Strong proficiency in Excel

Analytical mindset

Effective cross-functional communication

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Balchem Corporation, and its subsidiaries, offers a competitive salary and benefits package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

POSITION SUMMARY

The S&OP Planner supports the execution of production and material plans within a manufacturing environment, ensuring alignment between demand, inventory, and plant capabilities. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate planning data, supporting daily scheduling activities, and coordinating with production, procurement, quality, logistics and customer service teams.

The position plays a key role in ensuring materials and finished goods are available to meet customer demand while supporting inventory targets and plant efficiency.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Support the development and execution of production schedules based on demand, inventory, and plant constraints, ensuring daily alignment with manufacturing for on‑time fulfillment
• Manage and update production orders and planning parameters in ERP/MRP systems
• Monitor capacity constraints, downtime impacts, and adjust plans accordingly
• Own raw material planning and partner with raw material buyer and procurement to execute purchase orders and maintain uninterrupted production supply
• Monitor raw material and finished goods inventory levels, proactively identifying shortage or excess risks while supporting safety stock, reorder point, and inventory target management
• Monitor order status and service levels, prioritize orders based on business needs, and proactively escalate risks impacting customer delivery (e.g., backorders, delays, allocations)
• Support initiatives focused on planning accuracy, data quality, and process efficiency
• Support S&OP and monthly planning processes with data preparation and insights
• Analyze inventory, production, and fulfillment performance to deliver KPI reporting (service, inventory health, plan adherence) and support S&OP decision-making
• Partner with Operations, Quality, Procurement, Logistics and Customer Service to align supply plans with real‑time conditions

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 0–2 years of experience in manufacturing, supply chain, or planning preferred
• Strong proficiency in Excel (data analysis, pivot tables, formulas)
• Experience or exposure to ERP/MRP systems
• Basic understanding of batch manufacturing, material flow, and inventory management
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
• Analytical mindset with ability to interpret demand, inventory, and supply signals
• Effective cross‑functional communication in a plant environment
• Ability to manage competing priorities and adapt to changing production conditions
• Problem‑solving skills with a focus on root cause analysis
• Ownership and accountability in supporting execution

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