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The Supply Chain Planning Analyst II, Beverage Raw Materials is a key member of the Supply Chain Planning organization supporting beverage manufacturing. The analyst is responsible for ensuring that the raw materials supply chain is continuously maintained, reducing spend and improving service. They are also responsible for driving efficiency and optimization in the raw material planning processes by analyzing and enhancing existing procedures, implementing best practices, and spearheading automation and cost optimization initiatives. These responsibilities go beyond traditional supply chain management to improve overall supply chain performance.
Job Responsibility:
Evaluate network inventory and component demand to make purchasing decisions over a 90-day period
Collaborate with manufacturing, procurement, and supplier teams to address receiving issues and manage exceptions
Conduct root cause analysis to identify reasons for supply chain inefficiencies such as scrap, excess inventory, and supply failures, and recommend data-driven cost-effective solutions
Coordinate with IT teams to implement projects and establish EDI for suppliers to automate PO communications
Create supplier inventory plans and inventory policies to ensure a smooth supply, minimize overall costs, and manage risk
Ensure adherence to contractual requirements with vendors, inclusive of lead time, capacity, and volume
Build supplier relations through frequent interactions with supplier base, incorporating supplier feedback into processes as warranted. Act as liaison between internal teams and vendor teams
Work with Sales, Forecasting and FG planners to align on new item introductions, forecast opportunities, production updates, and other areas
Work with suppliers to establish VMI process and practices inclusive of IT infrastructure to support
Minimize corporate driven scrap by regularly assessing the age of raw materials and carrying out inventory rebalancing.
Partner with procurement to develop annual supplier-specific sourcing plan, including alignment and supplier inventory build plan
Make sure that all follow-ups are carried out promptly and that all communications are responded to within one business day.
Regularly monitor Raw Material-related metrics to evaluate compliance with targets and take necessary measures as required.
Requirements:
2 Years – Experience in Purchasing, MRP, Procurement, Planning or similar function
2 Years – Experience in Position
0 Years – Experience managing people/projects
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Economics, Finance or Manufacturing
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, with strong grasp of Microsoft Excel
Strong attention to detail and organization
Track record of leadership
Data-driven approach to problem solving
Excellent verbal and written communication
Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
Knowing when face to face vs. phone vs. email vs. text communication is appropriate
Ability to tailor message to audience
Nice to have:
4 Years – Experience in Purchasing, MRP, Procurement, Planning, or similar function
4 Years – Experience in Position
0 Years – Experience managing people/projects
Excel, database development, Six Sigma certification
Elementary Proficiency in Spanish
What we offer:
Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time
Paid parental and caregiver leaves
Medical, including virtual care options
Dental
Vision
401(k) with company match
Health Savings Account with company match
Flexible Spending Accounts
Expanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family members
Family Building Benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursements
Income protection including Life and AD&D, short and long-term disability, critical illness and an accident plan
Special discount programs including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc.
Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunities