Supply Planning Lead NA Vogue

Kenvue; Summit (NJ); Hybrid; USD 111,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Benefits Package

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Volunteer Time & More

Learning & Development

Kenvue Impact Networks

Job summary

Kenvue is seeking a Supply Planning Lead NA Vogue in Summit, NJ. This role ensures product continuity of supply across finished goods, WIP, raw materials and packaging, coordinating with manufacturing sites to meet capacity and customer demand.

You will lead planning discussions, develop capacity-feasible plans, monitor inventory and drive Six Sigma/Process Excellence projects while aligning with SAP/APO processes. Hybrid work, competitive rewards, and opportunities to grow with a global team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering or Logistics.
• 4+ years of professional experience in planning/logistics or related fields.
• Proficiency in MS Office, esp. Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, decision-making and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead planner for key strategic sites, overseeing supply planning discussions.
• Develop capacity-feasible supply plans with site constraints.
• Create short-term production schedules with site constraints.
• Participate in supplier capacity reviews and mid-to-long-term planning.
• Deploy inventory planning strategies to meet service levels and reduce excess/obsolete inventory.
• Support launches and cross-functional milestones; assist SAP/APO data setup.

Skills

MS Office

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain/Engineering/Logistics

Tools

SAP APO

SAP ECC

Konexus

Six Sigma Tools

Job description

What We Do

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Kenvue Is Currently Recruiting For a

Supply Planning Lead NA Vogue

What We Do

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Who We Are

Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated. We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future–and yours.

Role Reports To

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR SUPPLY CHAIN NON-MED.

Location

North America, United States, New Jersey, Summit

Work Location

Hybrid

What You Will Do

Ensure product continuity of supply for all materials that fall under your assigned portfolio of products. This portfolio can include the following types of materials: finished goods, work in process (WIP), raw materials, and packaging components. Collaborate and partner with the manufacturing sites to ensure supply plans can be successfully fulfilled by monitoring capacity, component availability and actively mitigating and resolving any product supply and/or customer service challenges. Manage inventory levels and the deployment of finished goods according to customer demands and company objectives.

The planner is responsible for advising management and appropriate internal teams of the current and future status of product supply for existing products as well as for future launches. In addition, the planner is expected to escalation of any issues that will impact the organization’s ability to meet customer needs and/or fulfill targeted supply plans. Completing special projects utilizing Six Sigma/Process Excellence either as a team participant or leader. Implement supply chain improvements in compliance with Company policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate as Lead Planner for key strategic sites leading all supply planning related discussions.
• Scheduling / Plant Production –Develop capacity-feasible supply plans and provide to the manufacturing sites on a prescribed schedule. Collaborate with assigned sites to develop short-term production schedules by taking into consideration site constraints, customer service and inventory targets. Execute planning scenarios in support of meeting customer service and/or inventory targets with a focus on minimizing Excess and Obsolete inventory, as appropriate.
• Capacity - Handle mid-to-long-term planning for strategic suppliers and participate in supplier capacity reviews.
• Inventory & Service - Deploy inventory planning strategies to maintain and improve service levels and optimize inventory investment. Actively participate in annual Entitlement activities to set inventory goals. Actively resolve SLOB disposition.
• New Products & Product Changes - Actively participate in cross-functional team to ensure planning milestones are completed on time and to achieve an appropriate balance between base business and project requirements to ensure customer service and inventory targets are met. Ensure that supply plans are developed (and communicated to the appropriate site) which are achievable, aligned to the project timeline and deliverables and support meeting launch inventory targets, and are inclusive of any promotional activities. Support Master Data setup in SAP/APO.

What we are looking for

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree is required, a focus in Supply Chain Management, Engineering or Logistics is preferred. An advanced degree is preferred.
• A minimum of four (4) years of professional business experience is required, preferably in one or more of the following areas: Production Planning, Logistics, Purchasing, Distribution, Manufacturing, and/or Transportation.
• Microsoft Office – Intermediate to advance skill level is required. Proficiency to utilize Excel charts, pivot tables, VLOOKUP features without coaching/guidance.
• Handle multiple priorities and work independently while demonstrating initiative and strong analytical savvy.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, decision making, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in inventory management, SAP APO, or SAP ECC or Konexus
• Experience with Six Sigma / LEAN / Process Excellence tools and/or certifications
• Project management experience and/or certification
• APICS certification

What’s In It For You

Annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges:

$110,500.00 - $156,000.00

This takes into account a number of factors including work location, the candidate’s skills, experience, education level & other job-related factors.

• Competitive Benefit Package*
• Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More!
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Kenvuer Impact Networks
• This list could vary based on location/region
• Note: Total Rewards at Kenvue include salary, bonus (if applicable) and benefits. Your Talent Access Partner will be able to share more about our total rewards offerings and the specific salary range for the relevant location(s) during the recruitment & hiring process.

Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

If you are an individual with a disability, please check our Disability Assistance page for information on how to request an accommodation.