Materials and Demand Planning Manager
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0 Quick Apply Full-time 6 hours ago Full Job Description What We Do At Inland:
Inland Packaging is a local label and packaging manufacturer seeking a Full Time Materials and Demand Planning Manager to join our growing team.
Here at Inland, we print labels for brands like Kraft Heinz, New Glarus Brewing, Sprecher's, Leinenkugel's, and Coors Light.
Inland family-owned business (78 years- to be exact) that invests in cutting edge technology and provides endless career advancement opportunities.
Job
Summary:
The Materials and Demand Planning Manager will be responsible for ensuring that strategic material planning processes are in place to enable the appropriate balance between operational continuity/cash flow, production efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
This position works closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure supply of materials is in place to satisfy production requirements and customer demand.
The Materials and Demand Planning Manager will create and refine data driven strategies for establishing, and maintaining inventory of both raw materials and finished goods in support of Inland's corporate objectives.
Essential Duties &
Responsibilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary in the sole and absolute discretion of Inland.
Ensures that material scheduling strategy and processes are in place and work effectively in order to ensure material supply meets production requirements with minimum stock levels, while optimizing costs.
Takes ownership of material planning issues that arise, including over or under delivery, and follows up to remedy the issue, especially in the event of material shortages that affect production.
Monitors inventory levels versus customer demand and vendor lead times to assign reorder policy for stocked inventory.
Assess inventory velocity to determine economic order quantities that maintain the company's inventory turn initiatives while optimizing internal shipping and handling costs.
Manages inventory risk and ensures that appropriate contingency plans are in place.
Works directly with Scheduling and Procurement to identify solutions and overcome issues/challenges interfering with Inland's ability meet production requirements.
Ensures that professional and standardized materials planning processes are applied across the organization.
Facilitates and refines Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) processes for all Inland facilities.
Investigates and implements systems, software, and reporting enhancement initiatives.
Forms strong, collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders to forecast, plan and facilitate on-time materials to the production line as and when required avoiding disruption to production Manages external relationships to ensure consistent, timely and effective communication regarding material availability.
Keeps managers and internal stakeholders informed on issues and concerns that affect inventory shipments, pricing and supplier performance.
Leads processes related to changes in material requirements (transitions, replacements, obsolescence).
Tracks and maintains reporting for key KPI items including, but not limited to; Inventory Turn Rate, Stock Outs, and Inventory Days of Supply.
Designs, develops and implements flexible solutions to aid business efficiency, drive process improvements and add value.
Develops and executes inventory cycle count process to assure high inventory accuracies.
Assists with inventory activities including cycle counts, inventory adjustments, and end of year physical inventory.
Perform root cause analysis on inventory discrepancies and report findings along with corrective actions to management.
Core Competencies:
Creating a Culture of Trust Fostering a work environment that encourages people to act with integrity and treat each other and their ideas with respect; creating and protecting a high-trust environment by setting an example, advocating for others in the face of challenges, removing barriers to trust and rewarding others for demonstrating behaviors that cultivate trust.
Inspiring Others and Driving for Results (Team) Setting high goals for personal and group accomplishment; using measurement methods to monitor progress towards goals; tenaciously working to meet or exceed goals while deriving satisfaction for that achievement and continuous improvement.
Motivating individuals toward higher levels of performance that are aligned with the organization's vision and values.
Building Talent and Sharing Responsibility (Delegating) Planning and supporting the development of individuals' knowledge, skills, and abilities so that they can fulfill current and future job responsibilities more effectively.
Sharing authority and responsibilities with others to move decision making and accountability downward through the organization to stretch individual capabilities.
Essential skills and
Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain or related field, or a combination of work experience and education required 5 years of experience in Production Planning, Production Scheduling, and Inventory Management Experience working in a manufacturing setting, including experience managing, processes and facilitation of project deliverables Ability to foster strong working relationships with coworkers and peers Detail-oriented with an ability to manage throughput, prioritize work and minimize production downtime Experience with ERP systems and other business tools relating to the generation and management of part/product bill of material, part configuration, and costing Demonstrated ability to identify profit and process opportunities and drives towards solution and implementation Ability to research and analyze data, prepare documentation and clearly articulate findings and recommendations to leadership Must be innovative and decisive Strong demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats Ability to organize a project, and project team as well as execute said project to achieve goals/timeline.
Work independently and be self-motivated Communicates effectively in a professional manner with all levels of internal and external customers.
Ability to lead and work in cross functional teams High emotional intelligence, with an ability to develop productive working relationships with management, peers, plant personnel, suppliers and customers Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, advanced in MS Excel.
Non-Essential skills and
Experience:
Advanced degree in Business, Finance or other related field Strong Change Management skills Prior experience working in a label or packaging manufacturing industry.
APICS CPIM or equivalent certification Background in Lean management skills Work Environment:
Operates in a demanding, fast-paced, people-oriented manufacturing environment with frequent changes and interruptions, and multiple project assignments.
Works with a variety of people including vendors, customers, employees, managers, and executives.
Required Work Schedule:
Typically works standard business hours but additional weekly hours will be required during peak periods Must be flexible to attend conference calls, meetings, and other functions as needed to meet business needs Occasional travel required to Inland facilities Physical Requirements:
Generally sedentary Visual acuity corrected to 20/40 Quick Apply.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
0 Quick Apply Full-time 6 hours ago Full Job Description What We Do At Inland:
Inland Packaging is a local label and packaging manufacturer seeking a Full Time Materials and Demand Planning Manager to join our growing team.
Here at Inland, we print labels for brands like Kraft Heinz, New Glarus Brewing, Sprecher's, Leinenkugel's, and Coors Light.
Inland family-owned business (78 years- to be exact) that invests in cutting edge technology and provides endless career advancement opportunities.
Job
Summary:
The Materials and Demand Planning Manager will be responsible for ensuring that strategic material planning processes are in place to enable the appropriate balance between operational continuity/cash flow, production efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
This position works closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure supply of materials is in place to satisfy production requirements and customer demand.
The Materials and Demand Planning Manager will create and refine data driven strategies for establishing, and maintaining inventory of both raw materials and finished goods in support of Inland's corporate objectives.
Essential Duties &
Responsibilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary in the sole and absolute discretion of Inland.
Ensures that material scheduling strategy and processes are in place and work effectively in order to ensure material supply meets production requirements with minimum stock levels, while optimizing costs.
Takes ownership of material planning issues that arise, including over or under delivery, and follows up to remedy the issue, especially in the event of material shortages that affect production.
Monitors inventory levels versus customer demand and vendor lead times to assign reorder policy for stocked inventory.
Assess inventory velocity to determine economic order quantities that maintain the company's inventory turn initiatives while optimizing internal shipping and handling costs.
Manages inventory risk and ensures that appropriate contingency plans are in place.
Works directly with Scheduling and Procurement to identify solutions and overcome issues/challenges interfering with Inland's ability meet production requirements.
Ensures that professional and standardized materials planning processes are applied across the organization.
Facilitates and refines Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) processes for all Inland facilities.
Investigates and implements systems, software, and reporting enhancement initiatives.
Forms strong, collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders to forecast, plan and facilitate on-time materials to the production line as and when required avoiding disruption to production Manages external relationships to ensure consistent, timely and effective communication regarding material availability.
Keeps managers and internal stakeholders informed on issues and concerns that affect inventory shipments, pricing and supplier performance.
Leads processes related to changes in material requirements (transitions, replacements, obsolescence).
Tracks and maintains reporting for key KPI items including, but not limited to; Inventory Turn Rate, Stock Outs, and Inventory Days of Supply.
Designs, develops and implements flexible solutions to aid business efficiency, drive process improvements and add value.
Develops and executes inventory cycle count process to assure high inventory accuracies.
Assists with inventory activities including cycle counts, inventory adjustments, and end of year physical inventory.
Perform root cause analysis on inventory discrepancies and report findings along with corrective actions to management.
Core Competencies:
Creating a Culture of Trust Fostering a work environment that encourages people to act with integrity and treat each other and their ideas with respect; creating and protecting a high-trust environment by setting an example, advocating for others in the face of challenges, removing barriers to trust and rewarding others for demonstrating behaviors that cultivate trust.
Inspiring Others and Driving for Results (Team) Setting high goals for personal and group accomplishment; using measurement methods to monitor progress towards goals; tenaciously working to meet or exceed goals while deriving satisfaction for that achievement and continuous improvement.
Motivating individuals toward higher levels of performance that are aligned with the organization's vision and values.
Building Talent and Sharing Responsibility (Delegating) Planning and supporting the development of individuals' knowledge, skills, and abilities so that they can fulfill current and future job responsibilities more effectively.
Sharing authority and responsibilities with others to move decision making and accountability downward through the organization to stretch individual capabilities.
Essential skills and
Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain or related field, or a combination of work experience and education required 5 years of experience in Production Planning, Production Scheduling, and Inventory Management Experience working in a manufacturing setting, including experience managing, processes and facilitation of project deliverables Ability to foster strong working relationships with coworkers and peers Detail-oriented with an ability to manage throughput, prioritize work and minimize production downtime Experience with ERP systems and other business tools relating to the generation and management of part/product bill of material, part configuration, and costing Demonstrated ability to identify profit and process opportunities and drives towards solution and implementation Ability to research and analyze data, prepare documentation and clearly articulate findings and recommendations to leadership Must be innovative and decisive Strong demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats Ability to organize a project, and project team as well as execute said project to achieve goals/timeline.
Work independently and be self-motivated Communicates effectively in a professional manner with all levels of internal and external customers.
Ability to lead and work in cross functional teams High emotional intelligence, with an ability to develop productive working relationships with management, peers, plant personnel, suppliers and customers Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, advanced in MS Excel.
Non-Essential skills and
Experience:
Advanced degree in Business, Finance or other related field Strong Change Management skills Prior experience working in a label or packaging manufacturing industry.
APICS CPIM or equivalent certification Background in Lean management skills Work Environment:
Operates in a demanding, fast-paced, people-oriented manufacturing environment with frequent changes and interruptions, and multiple project assignments.
Works with a variety of people including vendors, customers, employees, managers, and executives.
Required Work Schedule:
Typically works standard business hours but additional weekly hours will be required during peak periods Must be flexible to attend conference calls, meetings, and other functions as needed to meet business needs Occasional travel required to Inland facilities Physical Requirements:
Generally sedentary Visual acuity corrected to 20/40 Quick Apply.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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