Supply Chain Manager

Job Description

The Operations Planning Manager is responsible for maintaining the balance between customer demand and operation’s capabilities. Sets up and strives to improve systems for future Raleigh state to include increased volume and equipment.

• Support Lead Team objectives such as Safety, Quality, Cost, Engagement and EBITDA.
  • Establishes the overall replenishment plan, tracks forecast accuracy, defines inventory and safety stock standards, and on-time-in-full-no-errors (OTIF) performance measurement and communication.
  • Leads, coaches, and develops scheduling and logistical teams.
  • Enhances safety standards, procedures, and culture for the logistical and warehouse team.
  • Tracks, orders, and optimizes finished goods and raw material inventories, efficiently schedules Raleigh production demands for a 7-day continuous operation.
  • Manages offsite warehouse and logistics between plant and warehouse.
  • Manages raw material planning for yearly budget cycle.
• Competitive environment demands are increasing as customers expect higher levels of performance and because business volumes fluctuate. Customer’s drive for reduced lead times. Balancing the needs of the facility vs. needs of the customer.
• Manages results through others and effective personal productivity. Managing order requirements through an outside sales organization and offsite customer service organization. Meeting customer needs while maintaining an efficient process.
• Responsible for maintaining the balance between customer demands and operational capabilities. Set up systems for future Raleigh state to include increased volume and equipment.
• Other job duties as assigned by the Facility Manager.

Skills And Competencies

• Process Management
• Action oriented
• Drive for Results
• Managing systems
• Planning
• Developing direct reports
• Problem solving
• Prioritizing
• Managerial courage

Communication, Interpersonal and Problem-Solving Skills

• Computer literate in company systems (SAP), SharePoint, Microsoft Office applications.
• Problem solving skills as well as initiating and managing change.
• Ability to motivate, train, and delegate responsibility and ability to lead, build consensus, and work within a team environment.
• Familiarity with the SQF Code.

Education And/or Experience Requirements (Qualifications)

• Four-year degree in Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, Paper Science, or related field and/or equivalent experience.
• Two to five years of relevant experience as a leader in operations planning.

Physical Requirements And Work Environment

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Sit 5-8 hours a day.
• Lift to 30 lbs.
• Sit, stand, stoop, squat, climb, reach, grasp, grip, carry, and maneuver around an office and the production floor.
• Able to work on manufacturing production floor and able to wear all required safety equipment.

Company Benefits

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health.
• Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.
• Training and Development opportunities through MyLearning, including company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union), and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.
• Equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.