Sr. Manager, Planning Materials
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Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 118400 - 148000
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
Location: Chicago IL
The Sr. Manager Planning - Materials is responsible for ensuring the continuity of supply of raw and packaging materials to production facilities for their respective Business Unit (Elevation Canada Meats/Cheese/Coffee/Snacking and Hydration/Desserts/Meals).
Responsibilities:
- Quarterback for materials issues within the company. Engaging cross-functional war rooms driving mid/long-term projects for packaging or ingredient transitions pull in R&D for continuous usage/substitution projects.
- Track progress of milestones/deliverables related to materials gaps and provide the right level of organization structure process to the daily/weekly activities for specific platforms
- Support overall forecasting process and create flags/controls to ensure proper numbers are making their way to vendors. Cycle over cycle changes PY comparisons FG inventory coverage etc.
- Participate and lead in escalation meetings (internally & externally) and bring insights to S&OP commercial group. Factor in risks to Long Range Production plans so business/finance can truly understand revenue risk due to supplier shortages
- Organize and lead the strategy and plan for Materials Digital and System Solutions partnering with the digital team and other parties to deliver process improvement and value.
- Develops and manages replenishment strategies for assigned materials.
- Optimizes the balance between supply availability inventory investment and risk of obsolescence.
- Works cross functionally with Marketing Procurement R&D Suppliers Quality Plants Product Change Managers and Finance on commercialization and productivity change management initiatives to ensure on-time materials availability and cost minimizing transitions.
- Leads and collaborates with plants on inventory reduction inventory reduction initiatives by leveraging SAP and supplier capabilities to align with BU manufacturing strategy.
- Indirectly manage team members from the Mexico Global Capabilities Center (GCC)
- Lead or co-lead continuous improvement projects regarding RFPs Contract Management Forecasting Waste Working Capital and others
Qualifications
- At least 5 years of Supply Chain experience (logistics demand planning/forecasting supply planning or supply chain-relate areas)
- At least 5 years of experience with Excel analytics skills and presentation skills
- SAP experience
- Power BI dashboard building expertise along with AI experience
- Must be very adept with computer software applications such as Excel Access Power Point Word Project
- Excellent communication skills verbal and written
- Cross functional Supply Chain knowledge and connectivity
- Flexibility Adaptability Personal Drive and Leadership
- Proficient in data analysis problem solving
Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz strategy and values.
New Hire Base Salary Range:
$118400.00 - $148000.00Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.
The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidates geographic region job-related knowledge skills and experience among other factors
Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare protection and savingfor the future we offer plans tailored to meet you and your familys needs. Coveragefor benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
Wellbeing: We offer events resources and learning opportunities that inspire aphysical social emotional and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
Youll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role country region union status and other employment status factors for example:
Physical - Medical Prescription Drug Dental Vision Screenings/Assessments
Social - Paid Time Off Company Holidays Leave of Absence Flexible Work Arrangements Recognition Training
Emotional Employee Assistance Program Wellbeing Programs Family Support Programs
Financial 401kLife Accidental Death & Dismemberment Disability
Location(s)
Chicago/Aon CenterKraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact for assistance.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Lean Manufacturing
- Inventory Control
- Microsoft Access
- Purchasing
- Lean
- Supply Chain Experience
- Production Planning
- ERP Systems
- Leadership Experience
- Materials Management
- Manufacturing
- MRP
About Company
For 150 years, we have produced some of the world's most beloved products at The Kraft Heinz Company (NASDAQ: KHC). Our Vision is To Be the Best Food Company, Growing a Better World. We are one of the largest global food and beverage companies, with 2018 net sales of approximately $26 ... View more
