Material Planner

Grow with Welch's! Welch's is on a journey towards our bold ambition of being the global-leader of convenient, good for you fruit-based food and beverages. To turn this goal into a reality we need you and other exceptionally talented, agile, and innovative individuals who are eager to contribute to something extraordinary! At Welch's, we're not just offering a job; we're inviting you to be a part of a vibrant, authentic, and inclusive culture where you not only belong, but also have the opportunity to unleash the best, most authentic version of you. Position Summary Welch’s is looking for an early-career Material Planner to join our Supply Chain Planning team! In this role, you’ll help ensure our manufacturing network has the right materials, ingredients, and packaging available at the right time, while maintaining healthy inventory levels and minimizing waste. You’ll develop and manage time-phased material plans, monitor inventory and supplier performance, identify potential shortages or excess inventory, and partner across Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Procurement, Quality, and external suppliers to keep production moving. This is a great opportunity for an emerging supply chain professional who is intellectually curious, enjoys solving problems, working with data, and seeing the direct impact of their decisions across a complex manufacturing network. This role reports to the Senior Manager, Supply Planning. Where You’ll Work This role is based at our headquarters in Waltham, Massachusetts, and follows a hybrid schedule. Employees work in the office three days per week, with the flexibility to work remotely on Thursdays and Fridays. Our hybrid model is designed to support collaboration, relationship-building, flexibility, and well-being. What You’ll Do Develop and maintain material supply plans for assigned ingredients, packaging, or other material categoriesEnsure materials are available to support production requirements across Welch’s manufacturing networkMonitor inventory levels and take action to prevent shortages, production disruptions, excess inventory, and material expirationAnalyze slow-moving, aging, and obsolete inventory and partner with stakeholders to reduce waste and financial exposureCollaborate with suppliers and third-party logistics providers to confirm that forecasted material requirements can be metIdentify and communicate potential supply or inventory risks before they affect productionPartner with Manufacturing, Procurement, Quality, Planning, and other teams to evaluate options and resolve material constraintsSupport new product introductions, formula changes, packaging transitions, and other cross-functional initiativesAnalyze supply, demand, inventory, and supplier data to identify trends and improvement opportunitiesPrepare data and insights for monthly planning and inventory reviewsHelp improve material-planning processes, reporting, and inventory performance Who You Are An analytical problem-solver who enjoys turning data into clear actionsProactive and comfortable identifying potential issues before they become disruptionsOrganized and able to manage multiple priorities with urgency and accuracyA clear communicator who can build effective relationships with internal teams, suppliers, and external partnersCurious and willing to ask questions, challenge assumptions, and look for better ways of workingDetail-oriented without losing sight of broader supply chain and business prioritiesComfortable working independently while contributing to a highly collaborative team What You’ll Need 1 to 3 years of experience in supply chain, operations, procurement, inventory management, logistics, or a related areaExperience or exposure to material planning, supply planning, inventory planning, or demand planning preferredBachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, operations, analytics, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experienceWorking knowledge of supply chain concepts, including forecasting, inventory management, service levels, lead times, and carrying costsStrong analytical skills and proficiency with Microsoft ExcelAbility to organize data, identify risks, and communicate clear recommendations What You'll Enjoy Purpose and Momentum: Join an organization with a bold vision for the future and the opportunity to help revitalize an iconic brand.Meaningful Impact: Step into a newly created role where your ideas, expertise, and recommendations can directly influence business decisions.Inclusive Culture: Be part of a workplace where you belong and are encouraged to bring your most authentic self to work.Passionate Community: Have a voice, share your perspective, and contribute to the success of the business.Hybrid Work Model: Enjoy a flexible, collaborative environment designed to support connection, well-being, and success.Paid Time Off and Holidays: Take time away from work to rest and recharge.Paid Volunteer Time Off: Receive 40 hours of paid volunteer time annually as a non-union employee.Development and Advancement: Access formal and informal opportunities to build your capabilities and grow your career.Competitive Compensation: Receive a competitive base salary and participate in an annual incentive plan.401(k) Plan: Build toward your future with a generous company match.Flexible Benefits from Your First Day: Select the benefits that best meet your needs and preferences, including:Health, dental, and vision insuranceHealth savings accountsLife and accident insuranceEmployee assistance programsTuition reimbursementAdditional benefits through Perks at WorkPaid Parental and Adoption Leave: Available after 6 months of employment. The anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is $80,000 to $90,000 annually for U.S.-based employees. This range reflects the minimum and maximum for the position across all U.S. locations, is based on a full-time work schedule, and represents Welch’s good-faith estimate as of the date of this posting. Individual compensation within the range is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan. At Welch’s, we value an agile mindset, diverse perspective, and experience. If this opportunity aligns with your strengths and interests but you do not meet every qualification listed, we still strongly encourage you to apply! Welch's is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the prevention of employment discrimination based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and/or military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws. Welch's offers more than just a job - it's an opportunity to grow, innovate, and make a global impact with a passionate community.