Network Supply Planning Analyst

This position is accountable for managing the weekly S&OE process. Provides support on key S&OP forums, namely the Supply Review meeting and Demand/Supply reconciliation by supporting supply chain initiatives to improve supply to demand with maximized profit & Service Levels with the aim of generating an optimized End to End(E2E) supply plan for the medium/long-term horizon. Working cross-functionally with Supply Planners, Demand Planners, Inventory Analyst, Procurement & Purchasing, FP&A, Transportation & Warehousing , Product Development to balance between cost & service with constraints on limited resources, mainly inventory, lead times, product life cycles, WHS space, cash, and capacity.

Essential Duties and responsibilities

• Manages the S&OE weekly processes by working closely with the Inventory Planning Supervisor , Production Planners, Inventory Planning Manager, Demand Planning team, etc. , to balance supply to demand within constraints(supplies, WHS space, production capacity, etc.)
• Supports key S&OP forums - namely the Supply Review meeting and Demand/ Supply reconciliations to ensure an active and dynamic feedback loop.
• Ensure that customer requirements are met by acquiring the medium/long-term demand forecasts for all FG inventory-consuming events and using Rapid Response, translating those forecasts into an E2E network supply plan, collaborating with cross-functional partners to ensure the network supply plan is managed according to constraints and targets that are aligned with the business strategy.
• Use basic load leveling to optimize the supply plan (production and inventory) within the short-term to mid-term horizons while accounting for decisions made within S&OP
• Drives stability in the MRP/APS system with Demand Planning & Inventory Management, by reviewing & maintaining key planning parameters such as Lead Time, MOQ, SS, Batch Sizes, Segmentation, Product Life Cycle, etc.
• Align manufacturing, warehousing, and suppliers by creating a supply network plan that provides clarity and alignment across supply-related functions
• Using Rapid Response & analytics, supports decision making by defining and analyzing multiple feasible scenarios of supply (including short/mid-term capacity constraints)
• Assess/evaluate financial impacts associated with risks and opportunities
• Work with S&OP leadership on the measurement of performance against valid indicators (e.g., service levels, plan adherence, inventory turns) and benchmarks
• Aid leadership in S&OP to identify and implement system and process improvements within the supply chain to enable overall business process improvement.
• Support S&OP leadership by generating periodic & adhoc reports.
• Promote and show commitment to the vision and values of the Company.

Qualifications

• Minimum of BA/BS in Business Management, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience
• A certification in supply chain: e.g., APICS, certified in production and inventory management (CPIM) is desired
• Three-plus years of experience of working in the FMCG industry with a proven track record in supply planning and cross-functional collaboration in a structured S&OP process
• Self-starter and detail-oriented, in an agile team-oriented environment
• Experience working with to with network supply and capacity planning/APS technology.
• Proficient use of business, data analytics & visualization software (Excel/Word/PowerPoint/others).
• Strong knowledge and understanding of production planning, purchasing, capacity planning, and machine scheduling with an end to end strategic view
• Ability to think globally and strategically with a perspective of the business beyond SKU level, with leadership, continuous improvement and change mind-set
• Possess a pragmatic approach to decision making, using qualitative analysis to evaluate risk/reward scenarios and make appropriate decisions that are aligned with the cooperate strategic goals
• Demonstrated history of identifying and implementing creative solutions to drive cost out of the supply chain and improving existing systems and processes
• Extensive knowledge of various elements of supply-chain in a diversified global manufacturing environment
• Direct and timely communication to appropriate stakeholders; requires the initiative and diligence to persistently manage issues to resolution through collaborative relationships with operational partners, positively

What's in it for you?

Join High Liner Foods for a career where you shape your path, backed by great benefits, flexible work, and a culture of diversity, innovation, and sustainability. Immerse yourself in opportunities to make a real impact and grow with us in our mission to nourish lives. Start your adventure where endless possibilities to thrive together await.

• Competitive Salary
• Heath, dental & vision coverage
• Pay for performance incentives
• Employee & Family assistance programs
• Wellness Programs
• Retirement Planning
• Supplemental Parental Leaves
• Disability Support
• Family friendly Flex policies & Summer hours
• Volunteer hours
• Learning and mentorship opportunities
• Safety focused work environment

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Current employees please note: this position is referral bonus eligible! See our policy for more details.

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Salary Transparency: High Liner Foods' compensation offerings are founded in a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes individual and team performance. The typical hiring range for this position is from $69-103K; the base pay is offered based on a variety of factors including geographical market location, and may vary depending on job grading practices, job-related knowledge, skills, experience and internal equity factors. As part of our total rewards offering, employees may be eligible to participate in an annual short-term incentive program subject to program eligibility requirements.

AI Disclosure: High Liner Foods does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the review or screening of resumes, however, AI tools are in use for note-taking purposes during pre-screening conversations. This AI note-taking tool is designed to ensure our recruiters take complete and accurate notes, and are able to participate fully in all candidate discussions. All hiring decisions are made by the hiring team and are based on skills, experience and overall requirements of the role. A member of our team will gain consent at the beginning of the process; the AI note-taking tool can be turned off at the candidate's request and consent can be rescinded at any point within the process, please notify a member of our team of your preference at any point during the interview process.

Vacancy Status: Current Vacancy