Supply Chain Planner

YA YA Foods Corp • Toronto, ON

1d • CA$0 - CA$65,000

About The Position

Ya YA Foods is a dynamic and high-growth manufacturer of liquid food and unique beverages. With over 30 years’ experience, we have evolved into a versatile manufacturer and co-packer of a variety of low acid and high acid beverage and liquid food items. We are a family-owned Canadian business who prides itself in its proven track record of satisfying the needs of global multi-national customers. We are a solution provider for our customers, always striving to exceed expectations on innovation, quality, service, and speed to market. A career at Ya YA FOODS will offer you the opportunity to build a career, not just have a job, work in a dynamic and high-growth company with very skilled professionals, become part of a teamwork focused culture, and be a part of an organization that supports your future growth path.

Requirements

• University degree or college diploma in Supply Chain or related field
• Up to 1 year of experience in a similar role
• Experience in demand and supply planning, S&OP facilitation and implementation, ideally in food & beverage manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated success in problem solving, and prioritizing demand planning strategic initiatives
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills to influence stakeholders at different levels
• Financial acumen and proven analytical and process skills
• Proficient computer skills with a focus on Excel (Microsoft Suite of Applications, Dynamics AX)
• Strong skills in organization, time management, and the ability to meet deadlines while handling multiple tasks efficiently.
• Good interpersonal skills to interact with all levels of management
• Excellent leadership, team building, and management skills to encourage and mentor staff
• Successful candidates will be required to provide photo ID, banking details, a valid SIN number, and (if applicable) a valid work permit

Responsibilities

• Place purchase orders as required based on demand and reschedule and expedite as demand changes.
• Monitor and manage vendor production schedules, capacity, and production plans to proactively identify risks to on-time delivery and mitigate over-capacity issues.
• Manage multiple expectations while collaborating with cross functional teams.
• Foster new and existing business relationships by having a thorough understanding of customers’ needs.
• Manage planning and purchasing by using MRP functionality.
• Ensure production teams consistently have sufficient ingredients, equipment, and components to process operations smoothly.
• Maintain dashboards and coordinate with suppliers daily to secure products, discuss product orders updates, changes in delivery, etc.
• Observe all safety rules and promote a safe working environment with team members.
• Maintain strict GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).
• Compliance with all rules & policies regarding health safety, occupational safety, environmental safety, food safety, legal regulations, company requirements, etc.
• Compliance with the Company's Integrated Management Systems which includes, but is not limited to Production, Quality, Food Safety & GMP.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• We believe that the key to creating and growing a successful business is by investing in our people—some of whom have been a part of our team for over 30-years.
• This is at the core of who we are, what we do, and how we grow our business—as a versatile, automated manufacturer and co-packer of a wide-variety of beverages and liquid food items.
• In our view, a happy team means a better workforce, a better product, and more satisfied customers.
• Furthermore, we encourage different perspectives and celebrate diversity in our workforce.
• Where every employee has the opportunity to realize his or her full potential in a working environment that is supportive of everyone.
• Upon request, we will gladly provide accommodations to any candidate with a disability taking part in the selection process.
• We are committed to fair and transparent pay practices.
• Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree