Supply Planner

Perfetti Van Melle•Erlanger, KY

11d

About The Position

The Supply Planner supports the Planning group for the U.S. and Canadian businesses, managing the supply planning of imported and domestic products within an assigned business segment using SAP or other ERP systems. The role works closely with demand forecasting analysts, Sales, Marketing, Finance, and supplying plants to support production requirements and maintain product availability. The Supply Planner contributes supply planning inputs to the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, supports product launches and portfolio changes, and adjusts plans as commercial and production requirements evolve. The position also identifies supply risks, recommends ways to minimize disruptions, and supports continuous improvement in planning processes, inventory management, and supply chain performance.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or a related field.
Understanding of supply planning, inventory management, and replenishment processes.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret data and make sound business recommendations.
Financial and business acumen, including understanding how supply planning decisions affect service, inventory, and cost.
Ability to build productive working relationships across cross-functional teams, including Sales, Marketing, Finance, Manufacturing, and Customer Service.
Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present data and recommendations clearly and concisely.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to adapt to changing business needs and proactively identify and resolve supply issues.
Demonstrated initiative, attention to detail, and commitment to continuous improvement.
Ability to contribute as a collaborative member of a high-performing team.

Nice To Haves

3–5 years of experience in supply chain, production planning, materials management, inventory management, demand planning, distribution, or a related field.
Experience with SAP or other ERP systems.
Familiarity with Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) and New Product Introduction (NPI) processes.

Responsibilities

Analyze consumption versus forecast, maintain targeted service levels, and meet inventory objectives.
Partner with Sales and Marketing to support new product launches and ongoing product portfolio changes.
Adjust supply plans as commercial and production requirements evolve.
Participate in the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process by providing supply planning inputs and collaborating with cross-functional teams on operational and inventory plans.
Work with global manufacturing plants and local third-party suppliers to replenish everyday items and support new product introductions.
Build working relationships across Supply Chain, Sales, Marketing, Finance, Customer Service, and Manufacturing to support communication and execution of supply plans.
Identify supply risks and recommend solutions to minimize disruptions and improve service performance.
Support continuous improvement initiatives involving planning processes, inventory management, and supply chain performance.

Benefits

PTO package including vacation, wellness, and pay-it-forward time off.
13 paid holidays.
401(k) with company match up to 8%.
Annual bonus potential and merit-based increases.
Comprehensive health insurance.
Annual well-being subsidy.
Maternity leave options of 20 weeks and paternity leave options of 12 weeks.
Annual Sam's Club or Costco membership reimbursement.
Tuition-free college program or free continued education, including bachelor's and master's programs.
Monthly candy allotments, including Airheads, Airheads Xtremes, and Mentos.