Supply Planner

Saputo; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Benefits

Community involvement

Job summary

Saputo Cheese USA Inc. in Milwaukee seeks a Supply Planner to ensure the right products are available to meet customer demand.

You will manage finished goods inventory, execute replenishment strategies, and collaborate across functions to drive service and inventory optimization. You will own planning parameters in SAP/APO, develop inventory plans for launches and promotions, analyze KPIs like fill rate, and communicate shortages and recovery plans with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, or related field or equivalent work experience required.
• Minimum 2-4 years' experience in Supply Chain Planning or operational inventory management.
• Ability to proactively communicate and address issues, critical thinking required.
• Proven analytical, data management, organization and communications skills.
• Training and experience with perishables and or dairy industry preferred.
• Previous ERP/SAP experience preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end planning of finished goods inventory from replenishment orders to customer shipments.
• Own, improve, and maintain all planning parameters (lead time, order quantities, stocking targets) in SAP/APO planning software.
• Develop inventory plans to support events including launches, promotions, replacements, and seasonality.
• Execute replenishment orders against internal and external sources.
• Communicate and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders such as Production Planning, MRP, Transportation, Sales, Sales Ops, Marketing, Category Management and Customer Service on a regular basis.
• Identify and communicate current and future shortages, as well as recovery plans.
• Prioritize inventory risk reviews and identify opportunities to mitigate inventory risk.
• Analyze KPIs including fill rate and loss and identify strategies to improve performance.

Skills

Analytical

Data management

Proactive communication

Cross-functional

Excel skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, or related field

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

ERP systems

Job description

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

The Supply Planner is responsible for ensuring the right products are available at the right time to meet customer demand. This role manages finished goods inventory, executes replenishment strategies, analyzes supply chain performance, and partners across the organization to drive service, efficiency, and inventory optimization.

How You Will Make Contributions That Matter...

• Responsible for end-to-end planning of finished goods inventory from replenishment orders to customer shipments.
• Own, improve, and maintain all planning parameters (such as lead time, order quantities, stocking targets, etc) in SAP/APO planning software.
• Develop inventory plans to support events including launches, promotions, replacements, and seasonality.
• Execute replenishment orders against internal and external sources.
• Communicate and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders such as Production Planning, MRP, Transportation, Sales, Sales Ops, Marketing, Category Management and Customer Service on a regular basis.
• Identify and communicate current and future shortages, as well as recovery plans.
• Prioritize inventory risk reviews and identify opportunities to mitigate inventory risk.
• Analyze KPIs including fill rate and loss and identify strategies to improve performance.

You are best suited for the role if you have the following experience, skills, and qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, or related field or equivalent work experience required.
• Minimum 2-4 years' experience in Supply Chain Planning or operational inventory management.
• Ability to proactively communicate and address issues, critical thinking required.
• Proven analytical, data management, organization and communications skills.
• Training and experience with perishables and or dairy industry preferred.
• Previous ERP/SAP experience preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Excel.

We Support and Care for Our Employees by Providing Them With...

• Development opportunities that enhance you career fulfillment
• Meaningful compensation & benefits that help you care for your family
• Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products

Salary range: $73,815 - $96,885

Salary offers vary commensurate with experience, skills, education, and training.

Hybrid office (4 days in office, 1 day remote)

In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre , Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors.

Accessibility

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EEO

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