Supply Chain Planning Analyst II, Beverage

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Supply Chain Planning Analyst II, Beverage

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.

• Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.
• Develop lasting relationships with great people.
• Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.
• 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.

• 2 Years - Experience in Purchasing, MRP, Procurement, Planning or similar function
• 2 Years - Experience in Position
• 0 Years - Experience managing people/projects

* experience may include a combination of work experience and education

Travels approximately 10%

• 4 Years - Experience in Purchasing, MRP, Procurement, Planning, or similar function
• 4 Years - Experience in Position
• 0 Years - Experience managing people/projects

* experience may include a combination of work experience and education

• 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

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Economics, Finance or Manufacturing

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Economics, Finance or Manufacturing

• N/A

• Excel, database development, Six Sigma

• None Required

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