In-Stock Planner

Peet's Coffee • Brooklyn Center, MN

4d • $80,000 - $90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Peet’s is the original craft coffee company. Founded in 1966 by Dutch immigrant Alfred Peet, the company remains true to its roots in the Pursuit of Better Coffee. Sourcing only the best, highest quality beans, carefully roasting in small batches, packaging, and delivering direct to more than 15,000 stores and partners to ensure freshness, and perfecting the craft of drink making in our 250+ coffee bars, we continuously build on our deep expertise and heritage to deliver great coffee. Now, in the midst of an exciting period of growth, Peet’s is focused on sharing our passion – in offices, on campus, in grocery or specialty stores - anywhere coffee lovers live, work, or play. We are in the midst of our Advanced Planning Transformation (APT) journey, having implemented the Logility Demand Optimization, Inventory Planning and Replenishment Planning Platforms, the In-Stock Planner will play a key role. What You Will Do The In-Stock Planner is responsible for the day-to-day activities related to inbound inventory management and non-inventory items. The In-Stock Planner will manage and execute the buy plan for their assigned category / area and collaborate with suppliers, co-manufacturers, vendors, and partner brands to place purchase orders and ensure that target inventory levels are maintained. Responsibilities will also include placing orders for services and non-inventory items. The In-Stock Planner will be based in the Caribou roasting plant in Minnesota, reporting to the Sr. In-Stock Planning Manager based in Emeryville, California and dotted line reporting to the on-site Production Planning Manager. This role is crucial for continuing the APT journey and will be well supported with multiple avenues to escalate product supply and/or operational issues, develop action plans, and improvements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business or related field.
• 2 - 5 years relevant experience (Supply Planning, Demand Planning, Sourcing)
• Ability to develop, plan, organize and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Working knowledge / familiarity with supply chain planning software (D365 & Logility a plus)
• Familiarity with supply chain processes and concepts including inventory management, sales and operations planning (S&OP).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate with peers across the organization
• Strong desire for continuous process improvement

Responsibilities

• Responsible for inbound buying and planning for assigned categories, suppliers, and components to support manufacturing operations.
• Ability to work with the on-site team on QA related issues with vendors and coordinate CAPA report and RMAs
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams on projects (i.e. re-branding initiatives, new product launches, supplier transitions, etc)
• Execute indirect purchase orders including services and non-inventoried items (i.e. ribbon, tape, stretch wrap, paper)
• Maintain relationships with service suppliers (i.e. cleaning services, Aramark, vending, Uline, Officemax, copiers)
• Responsible for meeting inventory targets and service levels for assigned components to maintain manufacturing operations.
• Monitor, analyze, and own KPIs/metrics for assigned categories, suppliers, etc.
• Ability to balance the needs and requirements of internal and external customers.
• Identify risks and opportunities to troubleshoot, optimize inventory levels or costs in the supply network.
• Responsible for continuously improving and maintaining high service levels, measured by success factors and KPIs.
• Validate root cause analysis / reporting on operational issues, develop action plans and manage improvements with the ability to manage multiple, competing priorities simultaneously.
• Monitor new component inventory needs to support item transitions.
• Identify and escalate issues to the In-Stock Planning Manager.

Benefits

• Recharge Time – Paid vacation, holidays, and sick days.
• Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Future You – 401(k) plan with generous match program to help you save.
• Peace of Mind – Life insurance, disability, and options for HSAs and FSAs.
• Everyday Perks – Free coffee, fresh baked goods, and discounts.
• Growth & Support – Career development and an Employee Assistance Program when you need it.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level