A Supply Chain Planning Manager is responsible for developing and implementing strategic plans to optimize the overall performance and competitiveness of a company's supply chain. Their main role involves identifying improvement opportunities, and designing strategies to enhance supply chain efficiency, resilience, and customer satisfaction.

• Leads the Supply Chain replenishment team responsible for purchasing and replenishing full goods.
• Strategic Planning: Developing supply chain strategies aligned with the company's overall business objectives, considering factors such as market dynamics, customer demands, and competitive landscape.
• S&OP Process Facilitation: Provide support and guidance to the leaders and content contributors of each S&OP routine. Responsible for monitoring and providing feedback on each S&OP routine to ensure the meetings and processes are being conducted according to the process design.
• Supply Chain Analysis: Conducting comprehensive analysis of the existing supply chain network, processes, and performance to identify areas for improvement and develop strategic initiatives.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Collaborating with procurement teams to develop strategies for supplier selection, development, and performance management, ensuring a robust and reliable supplier base.
• Collaboration and Stakeholder Management: Engaging with internal stakeholders, such as executives, operations, finance, and marketing, to align supply chain strategies with their requirements and gain support for implementation.
• Risk Assessment: Identifying potential risks and vulnerabilities within the supply chain, such as disruptions, capacity constraints, or supplier dependencies, and developing risk mitigation strategies.
• Network Design and Optimization: Assessing the optimal configuration of the supply chain network, including distribution centers, warehouses, transportation routes, and production facilities, to maximize efficiency, minimize costs, and improve service levels.
• Change Management: Facilitating the implementation of supply chain strategies, including change management initiatives, training programs, and communication plans to ensure successful adoption and execution.

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of one year of work experience required, or a minimum of five years of progressive job experience including people, project, or account management with leadership and influencing skills required.
• Previous supervisory or management experience required.
• Prior experience working with planning systems and procurement software.
• Strong understanding of supply chain activities and the related dependencies to other functions.
• Proven ability to lead and direct others in a fast-changing environment.
• Working knowledge of inventory and capacity management methodologies.
• Strong communication skills, including both written and verbal as well as strong presentation skills.
• Capable of driving change, cross-functionally, utilizing project management approaches and concepts.
• Valid Driver's License, current vehicle liability insurance, and driving record within policy guidelines.
• This position can sit anywhere within the Heartland territoryCLICK HEREfor a list of locations