Position Title: Senior Manager, Supply Chain Planning

Client Details:

Our client is Canadian Firm who is a leader in the Health Science Nutrition Consumer Package Goods industry with concentration in Health, Nutrition and Fitness with some of the most recognizable brands in the market.

Summary:

Our client has commenced a Supply Chain Transformation journey that will focus on creating and implementing a supply chain that is best in class, with customer service standards and inventory quality that their competitors aspire to. As part of this initiative, the Senior Manager will play a key role in the development and execution of the firms Supply Planning strategy. You will have full responsibility to manage the day to day operations related to Production Planning and Inventory Management.

Main Job Responsibilities:

Manage and develop the Production Planning team to facilitate the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and service while overseeing:
The development and coordination of the master production schedule (MPS) with the production planning team.
The management of inventory to achieve best in class inventory quality and working capital performance.
Achievement of internal metrics such as order fill rates, manufacturer compliance and inventory turn goals
Produce production schedules that support demand forecasts, ensuring that customer service levels and inventory performance targets are met
Analyze capacity needs to develop manufacturing schedules and work with Demand Planning to project future demands and forecast
Develop and sustain communication/relationships with new and existing 3rd party manufacturers
Develop a deep understanding of 3rd party manufacturers’ capacity, constraints, capabilities and lead times
Establish timelines with co packers in order to ensure that new products are available for market in the required time frame
Provide planning leadership and linkage to new product development teams
Review production runs with suppliers to achieve customer service, process and fulfill customer demands
Address open liabilities related to manufacturer packaging and raw material owned by firm and report monthly
Partner with Demand Planning, Sales, Marketing and Procurement to develop an achievable production plan that meets or exceeds customer service and inventory targets
Assist in sourcing and identifying new potential manufacturers and make recommendations
Lead, coach, and train the team consistent with company policies, guidelines, and standards
Challenges the status quo and looks for innovative ways to continually improve processes

Location:
Oakville/Mississauga Border (Located right Off of QEW Exit)

Salary and Benefits:
Based on Experience, Matching Pension, 100% Health/Dental Coverage Day 1, Free Gym, Work from Home 2 Days a week Post COVID

Requirements:

Post-Secondary Education in operations management, engineering or related field
5+ years of production planning, inventory management and/or Supply Chain management experience preferably within a consumer packaged goods environment.
Experience with Co-Manufacturing is an asset.
A strong aptitude in continuous process improvement and automation through the use of ERP solutions. Experience working with Dynamics 365 would be an asset.
Proactive and able to continuously manage change in a fast paced, energetic work environment
Proven leadership and coaching skills; outstanding communication and problem-solving skills
Proficient in the use of MS Office Suite

Perks

World class gym, fitness classes and external basketball court
Community involvement through charitable events
Competitive compensation package
100% Group Health & Dental Coverage
Employee Assistance Program
Company RRSP Matching
Paid vacation & 5 personal days
Work from Home Flexibility Post Covid
Employee Engagement Events
Subsidized Café
Product & Swag from our industry leading brands
Professional career development
Opportunities for Global career exposure without the need to relocate!

ID5755 - Senior Manager, Supply Chain Planning