General Description of the Role
The Materials Planner is responsible for supporting the packaging operation in meeting or exceeding all Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) with regard to scheduling, supply and service of raw and packaging materials for the bottling lines.
Mission/Objectives
The Materials Planner will ensure optimal inventory levels and timely supply of raw and packaging materials to meet the bottling schedule.
Key Responsibilities and Activities
Planning:
• Determine raw and packaging materials requirements plan using SAP MRP based on the monthly supply plan
• Partner with suppliers to oversee on time delivery to meet the daily and weekly production schedule
• Verify materials inventory required for the production schedule as needed
• Provide long term forecast requirements to key suppliers
• Contribute to and execute inventory carrying policy
• Partner with Quality team to execute RMA's
• Participate in the annual physical inventory by participating in counts and supporting research of discrepancies
• Support invoice processing activities managed by accounts payable team
• Participate in cross-functional project teams related to innovation and renovation projects
• Manage materials purchases of phase out products to minimize risk of obsolescence
• Participate in applicable continuous improvement programs to contribute to KPI's, increase efficiency/productivity, and/or identify cost saving opportunities.
• Work proactively and collaboratively with other Packaging department employees to ensure daily production demands are met.
• Ensure all relevant records and documentation are accurately completed and stored per retention policy.
• This role may serve as back-up for other roles in the Planning Department.
Safety/Quality:
• In coordination with the site EH&S Manager, ensure all actions comply with GMP practices and site safety rules
• This position must participate in all EH&S related activities in their department and participate in any discussions surrounding safety
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards
Key Relationships
Internal:
o All Packaging Managers, Supervisors & Coordinators
o Customer Service Team
o Accounting Team
External:
o Raw & packaging material vendors
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
• EDUCATION
o Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience
o A minimum of 3 years experience with materials planning/buying or related activities
o A minimum of 2 years experience with SAP (and/or equivalent MRP system) and Microsoft Excel
o Experience in beverage or beverage alcohol is a plus
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
o Working knowledge of packaging operations, preferably in the spirits category
o Ability to support continuous improvement projects/initiatives
o Familiarity with current GMP practices and a record of implementing SOPs to drive efficiencies
o Ability to work collaboratively across department lines at all levels in a plant operation
o Proficient in Microsoft Office
o A working knowledge of TTB regulations, ISO requirements and Food Safety processes
o Experience with SAP a must
o APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) a plus
COMPETENCY
Execution and Foresight: The ability to deliver results, overcome difficulties, anticipate the future of the business/work and drive change X Technical Excellence: Mastery of a body of knowledge, coupled with the ability to apply, transfer and disseminate excellence across the organization.
Leadership: The ability to envision, inspire, energize and lead the organization to extraordinary results. Business Judgment: The ability to take effective decisions balancing market, products, financial and organizational issues.
Team Work: The ability to work with others across all boundaries to reach common objectives and extraordinary results. X Innovative Problem Solving: The ability to find, implement and disseminate a culture of innovative solutions.
Consumer Focus: The ability to put oneself in the consumer/client's shoes, understand their current needs and anticipate the needs of the future People Development: The ability to attract, retain and develop high performing talent.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
• Problem solving skills, attention to detail and customer service orientation are essential functions of this role
• Must have strong analytical skills
• Must have the ability to multi-task in a high-speed manufacturing environment
• Must physically navigate around a plant/production environment - including the climbing of stairs, elevated walkways etc
• Willingness to work independently on off-shifts, weekends, holidays and overtime, as mandated by production needs
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