Supply Network Planner

Rich Products Corporation

Buffalo (NY)

On-site

USD 80,407 - 108,786

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

Parental leave

Family planning support

Associate resource groups

Volunteering & community impact

Holiday gatherings

In-house taste tests

Job summary

Rich Products Corporation in Buffalo, NY, is seeking a Supply Network Planner to lead end-to-end supply planning across facilities, distribution centers, and product families. You will drive the IBP process, evaluate risks, and develop strategies to optimize network performance using advanced analytics and AI-enabled tools.

You will partner with Demand Planning, Manufacturing, Procurement, Logistics, Finance, and Commercial teams to balance service levels, inventory, and working capital while

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or related field.
2+ years of experience in Supply Planning, Production Planning, Inventory Management, or Supply Chain Operations.
Experience with IBP/S&OP or similar processes.
Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving capabilities.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Experience working with ERP and Supply Planning systems.
Proficiency with Power BI, advanced Excel, and data visualization tools.
APICS/ASCM Certification (CPIM, CSCP, or equivalent) preferred.
Experience with SAP, Blue Yonder, Kinaxis, OMP, or similar planning platforms preferred.
Experience with inventory optimization and network planning methodologies preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain rolling month supply, inventory, and capacity plans for the full planning horizon.
Evaluate supply-demand imbalances and facilitate resolution through cross-functional collaboration.
Support scenario planning and recommendation development for supply constraints and network changes.
Establish finished good inventory strategies balancing service, spoilage, and working capital.
Provide oversight to Master Production Schedulers and Material Planners to align schedules with plans.
Lead monthly supply planning and IBP process for designated facilities and product portfolios.
Partner with Fulfillment and Logistics to improve inventory deployment and reduce costs.
Represent Customer Service & Logistics within Product Business Teams.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

ERP systems

Supply planning tools

Power BI

Excel / data visualization

AI/advanced analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

SAP

Blue Yonder

Kinaxis

OMP

ERP platforms

Power BI

Job description

Location: Buffalo, NY, US, 14213

Purpose Statement

The Supply Network Planner is responsible for leading end-to-end supply planning activities across designated manufacturing facilities, distribution centers, and product categories. This role develops and maintains integrated supply plans that balance customer service, manufacturing efficiency, inventory investment, working capital, and business growth objectives.

Working closely with Demand Planning, Manufacturing, Procurement, Logistics, Finance, and Commercial teams, the Supply Network Planner drives the monthly Integrated Business Planning (IBP) process, evaluates supply risks and opportunities, and develops strategies to optimize network performance. This position leverages advanced analytics, planning systems, and emerging technologies, including AI-enabled decision support tools, to improve inventory health, service levels, capacity utilization, and overall supply chain performance.

The Supply Network Planner serves as a strategic business partner, providing leadership in supply chain decision-making while coaching and developing planners and schedulers across the organization.

Develop and maintain rolling month supply, inventory, and capacity plans for the full planning horizon.
Evaluate supply-demand imbalances and facilitate resolution through cross-functional collaboration.
Support scenario planning and recommendation development for supply constraints, growth initiatives, operational changes, and network optimization opportunities.
Establish and maintain finished good inventory strategies that balance customer service, spoilage reduction, working capital, and inventory turns.
Partner with Material Buyers and Master Production Schedulers on raw material and work‑in‑process inventory for spoilage mitigation balancing organization goals.
Provide strategic direction and oversight to Master Production Schedulers and Material Planners to ensure production schedules align with approved supply plans and inventory strategies.
Partner with Supply Chain Leadership and Inventory Optimization team to establish planning parameters, inventory policies, safety stock strategies, replenishment parameters and scheduling policies that support service, efficiency, operational stability and drive continuous improvement.
Lead the monthly supply planning and IBP process for assigned facilities and product portfolios.
Partner with Fulfillment and Logistics teams to identify opportunities to improve inventory deployment and reduce total delivered supply chain costs.
Partner with cross‑functional groups to align supply plans with business objectives.
Represent Customer Service & Logistics within designated Product Business Teams providing support on Inventory Management, Transportation, Warehousing, and Customer Service issues.
Develop and evaluate long‑term capacity outlooks, model production constraints and support business cases for capital investments, expansion opportunities, or network changes.
Utilize ERP, APS, Power BI, and advanced analytics tools to monitor supply chain performance.
Leverage AI‑enabled planning capabilities and predictive analytics to improve planning efficiency and decision quality.
Assess supply chain network risks and develop mitigation strategies to support business continuity and facilitate communication of supply risks, service impacts, and inventory strategies to leadership teams.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning and improvement.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
2+ years of experience in Supply Planning, Production Planning, Inventory Management, or Supply Chain Operations.
Experience with Integrated Business Planning (IBP), Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), or similar planning processes.
Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem‑solving capabilities.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Experience working within ERP and Supply Planning systems.
Proficiency with Power BI, advanced Excel, and data visualization tools.
APICS/ASCM Certification (CPIM, CSCP, or equivalent) preferred.
Experience with SAP, Blue Yonder, Kinaxis, OMP, or similar planning platforms preferred.
Experience with inventory optimization and network planning methodologies preferred.
Knowledge of manufacturing operations and production scheduling environments preferred.
Experience leveraging AI, machine learning, or advanced analytics capabilities within supply chain planning preferred.

Compensation

In accordance with state law, the rate or range provided is Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich’s"), a reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may be higher or lower, based on non‑discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, shift differential, and location.

Annual Range/Hourly Rate

$80,407.00 - $108,786.00

EEO Statement

Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Rich’s”) are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity, standing up for fairness and maintaining a culture of belonging, to provide an exceptional experience for all. We will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, or any other Federal or State legally protected classes.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Rich’s. Please contact Rich’s Associate Experience Network at hrhelp@rich.com if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Benefits

As a family‑owned company, caring for our associates—their whole selves—is a top priority. That’s why we provide benefits and tools to help our people balance the integration of work and life: