Material Planning Manager (Tucker, GA), Tucker

Overview

Material Planning Manager (Tucker, GA)
Job description

Material Planning Manager

Rise Baking Company, is a leader in bakery ingredients and products serving retail bakeries and foodservice operators across North America. We have been inspiring creativity and defining special occasions since 1928 with ready-to-use icings, glazes, toppings, cakes, cookies and muffins. No matter how our business grows, one thing remains the same: a deep commitment to customer care, exceptional technical expertise and  standards of excellence. Our promise is to deliver fresh ideas and superior formulations that help our customers create a one-of-a-kind bakery experience.

 

Summary

Oversee the operation and daily activities of the Material Planning Department including establishing and adhering to objectives based on corporate inventory needs and sales projections. Manage all aspects of material planning to efficiently and cost-effectively support organizational operations.

Essential Functions

• Develop, lead, and execute material planning strategies for the business
• Direct material planning policies to ensure all items are purchased and delivered within budget and time constraints
• Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness
• Assess, manage, and mitigate risk within material planning
• Establish standard operating procedures for material planning; monitor effectiveness of procedures, revise and improve processes
• Monitor supplier compliance with contractual agreements
• Measure and manage supplier cost, quality, and delivery performance
• Oversee and improve vendor performance
• Investigate issues, find root cause, and develop solutions
• Manage, develop, and motivate material planning staff
• Assist with other supply chain analysis and initiatives as required
• Support food safety program, quality standards, and legality of manufactured products
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications (Education, Experience, Competencies)

• Bachelor’s degree in a supply chain related discipline and/or 7 equivalent years of experience
• APICS affiliation/certification desired
• Strong leadership capability
• Food manufacturing experience and familiarity with commodity sensitive businesses preferred
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office with advanced skills in Excel; experience with ERP Systems, Microsoft Great Plains and/or SAP desired
• Experience with manufacturing modules including MRP, MPS, and WMS
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills
• Ability to effectively communicate with multi-level personnel as well as suppliers, customers, and their representatives
• Ability to work cross-functionally, convey complex issues, and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to organize, manage multiple priorities, and maintain high attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to think quickly and handle frequent change
• Self-motivated, goal oriented, quality driven, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision

Expectations (Exhibit and Promote Company’s Core Values)

• People: We engage, empower, and appreciate our people- they are our finest ingredient
• Safety: We invest in systems, policies, and training that ensure safety
• Customer Partnerships: We make decisions with the customer experience in mind and ensure win/win outcomes
• Collaboration: We leverage each other’s unique experiences to drive the best outcomes for our expanding company
• Communication: We inform and listen to our team members, customers, suppliers, and investors
• Results: We prioritize activities that drive profitable growth, and we celebrate our achievement

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Salary Description $30000 – 50000