Production Planner - Vineland, NJ

Archer Daniels Midland•Vineland, NJ

About The Position

Production Planner - Vineland, NJ MAIN FUNCTION: This individual will report to the Supply Chain Manager. The position, acting as the site production planner, will support broader supply chain and the end-to-end teams, will be accountable for the coordination and scheduling of ingredients, intermediates, and sold products. The position is responsible for building and maintaining relationships with all internal stakeholders as well maintain that all customer requirements are met through efficient, cost effective Supply Chain execution. KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES: Analytical Thinking Impact & Influence Achievement Orientation Information Seeking Problem Solving Multi-Tasking Strong Communication DESCRIPTION OF WORK PERFORMED: Builds & maintains a strong working knowledge of manufacturing capabilities and supply chain processes Actively seek efficiencies in the production schedule Develop an understanding of raw materials utilized in production Understand testing requirements (customer and internal) and their impact on the production schedule Gain and utilize basic understanding of MRP and item attributes to build the production schedule Monitor production through all responsible departments and react as necessary Facilitate communication of all production scheduling related customer delays Develop a good understanding of all information systems and process connected to the supply chain value chain Attends internal training sessions to learn basic supply chain and system related skills Run all necessary reports to review material shortages Respond to all expedite requests in a timely manner and communicate customer order delay detail clearly and quickly Works proactively to avoid challenges Approach changing, challenging situations with focus on customer order fulfillment and ADM’s best interest Develops a clear understanding and working knowledge of ADM information technology systems Understands and has strict adherence to corporate compliance policies & safety systems & programs Ensures that individual goals are aligned with company goals Constantly works on individual personal development within the company Develops good understanding of local facility operations Works to attain positive, cooperative relationships with internal colleagues across divisions & responsibilities Effectively use communication channels for proper coordination within the office & other locations Portrays a positive image of the company and self when interacting with colleagues Helps in the development & training of new employees Is willing to work outside normal business hours including weekends

Requirements

University degree in Supply Chain or Business (i.e. economics, finance, accounting). Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Ability to excel within high-risk fast-paced work environment.
Ability to assess risk and exercise sound judgment in making decisions.
Analytical and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with both internal & external customers.
Computer competent, with demonstrated ability in the use of spreadsheet, database, and word processing software. Applications within a windows based operating environment.
Individual must be committed to corporate ethics policies & safety programs.

Responsibilities

Coordination and scheduling of ingredients, intermediates, and sold products
Building and maintaining relationships with all internal stakeholders
Meeting all customer requirements through efficient, cost effective Supply Chain execution
Building & maintains a strong working knowledge of manufacturing capabilities and supply chain processes
Actively seek efficiencies in the production schedule
Develop an understanding of raw materials utilized in production
Understand testing requirements (customer and internal) and their impact on the production schedule
Gain and utilize basic understanding of MRP and item attributes to build the production schedule
Monitor production through all responsible departments and react as necessary
Facilitate communication of all production scheduling related customer delays
Develop a good understanding of all information systems and process connected to the supply chain value chain
Attends internal training sessions to learn basic supply chain and system related skills
Run all necessary reports to review material shortages
Respond to all expedite requests in a timely manner and communicate customer order delay detail clearly and quickly
Works proactively to avoid challenges
Approach changing, challenging situations with focus on customer order fulfillment and ADM’s best interest
Develops a clear understanding and working knowledge of ADM information technology systems
Understands and has strict adherence to corporate compliance policies & safety systems & programs
Ensures that individual goals are aligned with company goals
Constantly works on individual personal development within the company
Develops good understanding of local facility operations
Works to attain positive, cooperative relationships with internal colleagues across divisions & responsibilities
Effectively use communication channels for proper coordination within the office & other locations
Portrays a positive image of the company and self when interacting with colleagues
Helps in the development & training of new employees
Is willing to work outside normal business hours including weekends

Benefits

In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:
Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
Additional benefits include:
Paid time off including paid holidays.
Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
Tuition assistance.
Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.
Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.