Senior Supply Planning Manager
A leading building materials distribution company is seeking a Senior Supply Planning Manager to oversee supply planning operations and ensure optimal inventory levels across a hub-and-spoke distribution network. This role is critical to achieving high service levels, reducing stockouts, and driving process improvements in a fast-paced environment. If you have experience managing planning teams and implementing ERP-based supply chain strategies, we'd love to connect.
Responsibilities:
Strategic Planning & Goal Alignment
- Develop strategic plans to ensure portfolio reliability and long-term service improvement.
- Produce weekly supply plans based on the latest consensus demand forecast for all active SKUs.
- Lead standardized planning processes, including Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP/SIOP) and Sales & Operations Execution (S&OE).
- Drive scalable business processes and reporting to improve fill rates, reduce stockouts, and optimize inventory.
Operational Leadership
- Manage a team of supply planners and provide leadership across people, systems, and processes.
- Oversee complex product portfolios, including promotional volumes, seasonal demand, and multiple manufacturing sites.
- Review and resolve tactical inventory rebalancing between distribution centers.
- Lead special projects related to product launches, line extensions, and supply chain initiatives.
Systems & Process Improvement
- Provide functional and technical support for ERP planning systems (SAP APO, SAP IBP, Blue Yonder/JDA).
- Contribute to ERP-based planning process development and ensure effective utilization.
- Maintain accurate master data elements (lead times, stocking targets, order quantities) in planning systems.
- Monitor supplier performance and provide actionable feedback to sourcing teams.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field (MBA preferred).
- APICS or similar certifications (CPIM, CSCP) strongly preferred.
- 5-10 years of experience in supply planning within large-scale operations.
- Proficiency with Tier-1 ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and advanced planning tools.
- Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid time off and company holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Life and disability insurance
- Flexible spending accounts and parental leave
- Employee wellness programs
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