Job Title: Sr. Materials PlannerDepartment: ProcurementREPORTS To: Material ManagerSite:Hazelwood Manufacturing PlantFLSA Status: ExemptSUMMARYThe Sr. Materials Planner is a key component of the supply chain organization at Nature's Bakery. The successful candidate is an organized, detail-oriented, effective communicator who can both think on their feet and create long-term plans and share the vision of that plan withkey stakeholders. They will maintain synchronization of the supply chain between various organizations, customers, and suppliers by managing product requirements, inventory systems, and production flow of work in process.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Material requirements planning for day-to-day production, overseeing the lifecycle ofingredients from entry into the plant through its use into a finished goodCoordinate the purchase and delivery of raw materials and maintain adequate stock levels forboth short and long-term plans based on forecasts and salesManage inventory levels to appropriate days on hand targets and monitor freshnessWork with vendors and effectively escalate any ingredient delays or quality concernsCoordinate with management, internal teams (warehouse, procurement, logistics, etc.) andshop floor personnel regarding all issues impacting the supply chain and scheduleIncorporate planning decisions to reduce material and product variabilityServe on multifunctional teams to define quality, delivery, and performance standardsMinimize cost through effective management of inventory levels and wasteAssist with reporting and documentation of raw material inventories, scheduling, etc.Ensure successful startup of new item launches through collaboration with Supply Planner, Sales & Marketing and ProcurementQUALIFICATIONS:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The following list that follows is representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required:Computer skills including Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (Sage/Blue Yonder)Considerable communication skills, both internally and with external vendorsCreative problem-solving and flexibilityUnderstands MRP (material requirements planning)Willingness to learn new skills and growStrong attention to detail.Strong organization and time management skills.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEBachelor of Science degree preferred.At least 5 years of relevant purchasing experience.Strong inter-personal skills and the ability partner with all organizational levels to driving growth and improved systems, while still maintaining the ability to roll up her/his sleeves to 'act alone' in a rapidly growing company.Results-oriented - organized and able to move between issues, projects, and 'drumbeat' planning activities to ensure business needs are met in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment.Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel).Strong project management skills.LANGUAGE SKILLSAbility to read and interpret quality documents, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups.Proficient written and oral communication skills.Highly analytical with excellent oral and written communication.MATHEMATICAL SKILLSAbility to apply mathematical operations and concepts to solving quality process-related problems.Command of statistics and statistical process control tools.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESThis position has no direct reports.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions, and energized equipment. The noise level in the work environment varies depending on tasks.OTHER DUTIESPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORKThis is a Full Time Non-Exempt position 40 hour per week, and it may require working additional hours depending on business need requirements.TRAVELNo travel is expected for this position.Nature's Bakery, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer who strives to provide an inclusive workenvironment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people.
