Supply Planner
Kilcoy Global Foods North America · Mundelein, IL · 1 wk ago
Management$65k–$75k/yrFull-time
Role And Responsibilities
- Convert demand forecasts into production plans.
- Monitor inventory levels to identify production schedule adjustments.
- Balance production capacity, lead times, and inventory targets to maintain service levels while optimizing plant efficiency.
- Execute the Master Production Schedule (MPS) for all lines; distribute and oversee the execution of the finite schedule, ensuring all requirements in the MPS are planned and produced in an optimized fashion in the weekly planning horizon.
- Identify capacity constraints and recommend adjustments to scheduling.
- Maintain appropriate inventory levels of finished goods to support service targets.
- Monitor and track inventory levels, service levels, surplus/obsolete inventory and any other relevant KPIs to identify variance from goals.
- Support warehouse and logistics teams with inventory visibility and planning insights.
- Cross-Functional Coordination
- Work closely with Operations, Quality, Procurement, and Logistics to resolve supply issues.
- Support new product launches, and new SKU number introductions by integrating them into planning systems.
- Provide clear communication on supply risks, recovery plans, and customer impacts.
- Planning Systems & Continuous Improvement
- Maintain planning data in ERP/MRP systems including forecasts, lead times, and planning parameters.
- Track and report key planning metrics including forecast accuracy, service level, and inventory performance.
- Compliance & Food Safety
- Ensure all activities align with SQF, USDA, and company food safety/quality standards.
- Report any food safety or regulatory concerns promptly to leadership.
- Preferred Qualifications and Education Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Operations Management or related field preferred.
- Minimum 1-3 years of experience in supply planning, materials planning, inventory management or related discipline.
- Experience in food, CPG or manufacturing environment highly desirable.
- Proficiency in ERP/WMS systems (Syspro and Translution experience a plus).
- Proficiency in Excel
- Strong analytical, organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
- Analytical thinking and data-driving decision-making.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaboration and teamwork across departments.
- Continuous improvement mindset.
- The Work Environment Alternates Between a Cold Production Setting With Concrete Floors And An Office.
- This Position Requires The Team Member To:
- Sit for an extended period at a computer.
- Stand and walk through the production floor and endure cold temperatures (38 degrees).
- Must occasionally lift/move up to 40 lbs.
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Pay
The salary range for this position is $65,000 – $75,000 annually. This range reflects our good faith estimate at the time of posting. Depending on experience and qualifications, we may offer compensation above this range.