Supply Chain Planner

Overview:Purpose:Dole Packaged Foods is a purpose led health and wellness organization that “champions a more equitable world.” A world where everyone has the right to nutrition from the goodness of the earth and we reduce these gaps, one action at a time.
Under the supervision of the Plant Operations Manager, this position is responsible scheduling production lines and the development of inventory plans to maximize the plant’s running efficiency while minimizing labor and storage costs to be consistent with plant goals.Responsibilities: The statements below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

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  Create production schedule for production lines and monitor schedule adherence and reported labor constraints
• Utilize Demand Planning tools(i2) and other ERP systems (SAP) to analyze inventory levels and maintain adequate supply for US market items.
• Process order management
• Create and maintain Bills of Material
• Assist in packaging inventory review and ordering to support all manufacturing facilities
• Work closely with operations cross functional groups on critical supply issues and other projects
• Analyze inventory at McDonough location and recommend stock transfers to other distribution locations (APO)
• Coordinate closely with Transportation, Regional Warehouse Managers, and Sales Support teams on critical inventory issues, special projects, and customer requirements
• Provide daily, weekly, monthly productivity reports
• Maintain positive, professional, and timely communications with various internal customers
• Ad hoc reporting as needed to support operations team
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:Experience, Knowledge, & Skills You Bring:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

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  Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across internal and external organizations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work both independently and in team settings
• Ability to meet tight deadlines
• Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Excel is required
• Experience with SAP and/or other ERP software preferred

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• Passionate about a purpose driven career
• Organized, detail oriented.
• Ability to build collaborative working relationships with various internal and external stakeholders
• Analytical
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Take initiative.

Education & Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related area. If no bachelor’s degree candidate must have 2+ years’ experience in supply planning.
• 2-3 years’ experience in Planning experience required; 3-5 years operational planning experience preferred

Physical Requirements:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to sit and use the computer for extended periods of time; ability to answer phones and use a variety of office equipment; ability to lift 15 pounds and reach overhead.
• Must be able to bend/stoop/squat/twist/kneel and turn throughout workday, for varying lengths of time.
• Must be able to reach with hands and arms below shoulder level to above shoulder level.
• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders.

Travel Requirements:

• Estimated 10-15 % of travel

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.