Supply Chain Manager (S&OP Planning & Inventory Control)

Pulmone•Buena Park, CA

About The Position

Pulmuone is a leading global food manufacturer known for our wholesome and sustainable products. Our mission is to create a healthier tomorrow – for the people and the planet. Pulmuone brands include Nasoya, Wildwood, and Monterey Gourmet Foods, offering a wide variety of delicious products that are inspired by contemporary flavor palates and a healthy, sustainable lifestyle. Visit www.pulmuonefoodsusa.com to learn more about the company and brands. The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for the end-to-end integration of demand and supply planning to achieve optimal customer service levels and financial performance. This role leads the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, drives supply chain KPIs, and executes inventory and production strategies within a fast-paced, perishable goods environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field
8+ years of experience in supply chain planning, preferably in food manufacturing or Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) environments
Expert-level Excel skills (required)— ability to build planning models, production simulations, and advanced data analysis (Power Query / Power Pivot preferred)
Experience with ERP/MRP systems (Oracle preferred)
Strong understanding of: Shelf life & GSL management and Perishable inventory control
Proven ability to manage complex constraints and drive data-driven decisions
Strong cross-functional communication and leadership skills

Nice To Haves

APICS CPIM/CSCP or ISM CPSM preferred
Experience with planning tools (e.g., Zionex)
Familiarity with WMS systems and ability to quickly learn new tools

Responsibilities

Lead the monthly S&OP cycle, facilitating cross-functional alignment across Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Operations.
Develop and maintain a consensus demand and supply plan aligned with business objectives.
Bridge short-term execution with long-term strategic planning.
Drive continuous improvement in S&OP processes, tools, and governance.
Partner with Finance to ensure alignment with annual budgets and rolling forecasts.
Own and report key supply chain KPIs, including: Order Fill Rate, Inventory Turns, Forecast Accuracy, Waste / Loss (shelf life-related)
Conduct root-cause analysis on performance gaps and implement corrective actions.
Communicate performance insights and risks to senior leadership.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to exceed KPI targets.
Manage inventory with a strong focus on shelf life and Guaranteed Shelf Life (GSL) requirements.
Optimize inventory levels (WOS) based on capacity, demand variability, and product shelf life constraints.
Identify and mitigate risks related to aging, slow-moving, and obsolete inventory.
Develop strategies to minimize write-offs and product loss.
Develop and manage item-level forecasts using historical data, statistical models, and business inputs.
Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to incorporate: Seasonality, Promotional lifts, New product launches
Proactively identify and communicate demand risks and opportunities.
Develop production plans based on forecasts and actual demand, considering: Yield variability, Line capacity, Material constraints
Simulate production scenarios to optimize output and service levels.
Manage constraints across: Materials, Production lines, Labor, Warehouse capacity, Logistics
Align production velocity with demand to prevent shortages and excess inventory.
Identify and implement opportunities to reduce total cost-to-serve, including transportation and delivery costs.
Optimize production and shipment planning (e.g., palletization, truckload efficiency).
Lead initiatives to improve logistics, warehousing, and operational efficiency.
Act as a key liaison between plant operations and commercial teams.
Manage the annual supply chain budget across logistics, warehousing, and planning functions.
Monitor actual vs. budget performance and conduct variance analysis.
Implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising service levels.
Support financial planning through data-driven supply chain insights.