Supply Planner

Berlin Packaging•Atlanta, GA

5h•Hybrid

About The Position

Supply Planner Berlin Packaging is the premier supplier of rigid packaging. With over $3 billion in revenue, we grow 5x faster than the overall packaging industry. Chances are you enjoy products supplied by Berlin Packaging every day! We serve virtually every end market: automotive, beverage, food, home care, industrial chemical, pet care and veterinary, personal health and beauty, wine and spirits, and cannabis. Combine that with our “Anything is Possible” mindset and our winning culture, our 2,000+ employees agree, we love it here. Our engagement scores are 2x the national average. And every single employee shares in Berlin’s profitable growth. Now you understand why since1898, our 100+ year-old company has grown 5x faster than our industry! Are you up for the opportunity of a lifetime? If so, we are seeking a Supply Planner, to effectively manage the inventory planning process, with a focus on minimizing costs and optimizing inventory.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
2+ years in a supply chain or related role required.
Demonstrates a strong work ethic, problem solving capability, and ability to learn Berlin Packaging’s business, products, customers, and suppliers.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a passion for negotiation.
Highly organized and detail oriented.
Strong time management skills; ability to prioritize and follow up.
Operates with a sense of urgency.
Is flexible and open to change and new ways of working.
High energy, positive attitude, and contributes to a positive team culture.
Self-motivated; consistently strives to attain goals and seeks self-improvement.
Technologically savvy.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with inbound transportation, logistics, and inventory preferred.

Responsibilities

Utilize company tools to analyze, recommend, and execute inventory optimization opportunities based on historical trends and customer forecasts.
Process purchase orders; act as a liaison between the employees of Berlin Packaging and its suppliers.
Confirm, follow up, and expedite orders to ensure on-time delivery.
Resolve discrepancies and/or issues as they occur during the purchase order cycle.
Resolve invoice discrepancies in a timely manner.
Manage and schedule transportation needs.
Support management of inter-unit stock requests and transfer entries.
Maintain replenishment triggers to help branch optimize purchasing activities.
Resolve discrepancies and/or issues as they occur during the purchase order cycle.
Facilitate the escalation process to meet customer needs.
Effectively manage supplier performance by assisting with quality concerns.
Use independent judgment to identify, recommend, and execute opportunities to optimize inventories and drive cost savings without negatively impacting customer service metrics.
Partner with Logistics Coordinators to determine most cost-effective inventory movement options.
Fulfill employee portion of the Berlin Values by demonstrating a strong work ethic, teamwork, loyalty, innovation, productivity and driving profitable results.

Benefits

Competitive PTO including vacation, personal days, holidays, and sick time
1Berlin Shared Ownership Plan
Profit sharing
401(k) with company match
Medical insurance including dental insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for transportation, medical, and dependent care expenses
Vision insurance options
Paid parental leave for up to 12-weeks
Health club reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement
529 college savings plan
Employee Assistance Program for mental health and well-being
Calm app to improve mental wellbeing
Employee referral program
Company sponsored life insurance with optional voluntary life insurance
Company sponsored short- and long-term disability