External Manufacturing Planner

Edmonton - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 14 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description:

Changing the World One Kibble at a Time

Champion Petfoods is expanding! We are excited to announce we are looking for aExternal Manufacturing Plannerto join our rapidly growing company.

Champion Petfoods is an award-winning pet food crafter with a reputation of trust spanning 35 years. From our humble beginnings founded in a small town in Alberta Canada Champion with its ORIJEN and ACANA brands is a key player in the global premium pet food industry.

Our purposeTo Earn Pet Lover Trust Every Day so Pets Thrive for a Lifetimeprovides the foundation for our highest aspirations as a company. Being a partner to the communities that surround us and the environment that sustains us are top priorities.

We would love to hear from you if you are passionate about personal and professional growth and see yourself as a key player contributing to our continued success as an award-winning company.

Heresthe scoop - Summary

As an External Manufacturing Planner youll play a key role in ensuring that our external manufacturing partners deliver the right products and materials on time and to specification.

Youll manage purchase orders track production schedules and maintain strong communication with suppliers to ensure seamless execution across our supply chain.

This role requires exceptional attention to detail strong relationship management skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

What are we looking for

Ensure compliance to Companys policies practices and procedures related to Health and Safety Food Safety and the Environment
Coordinate production schedules and order fulfillment with external manufacturers and co-packers ensuring timely delivery and product accuracy.
Manage the procurement process from placing purchase orders to monitoring production progress and delivery timelines.
Act as the primary liaison between internal teams and external manufacturing partners addressing issues related to production logistics or materials.
Review and process claims or discrepancies related to supplier performance or order quality.
Analyze inventory levels sales trends and demand forecasts to determine production needs and procurement priorities.
Maintain and update ERP system data ensuring all product and order information is accurate and current.
Provide internal departments with timely product availability production status and delivery updates.
Proactively identify and communicate potential supply disruptions lead time challenges or material shortages recommending alternative solutions.
Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supplier performance production efficiency and overall supply chain reliability.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain awareness of internal and external factors impacting supply chain and assist in making alternate arrangements in the event of storages overages or delayed deliveries to minimize impact on the organization

Whatare we looking for

Post-secondary education in Supply Chain Management Business or a related field; SCMP designation preferred.
Minimum 2 years of experience in a Supply Chain Vendor Management or Procurement role ideally working with external manufacturers or co-packers.
Experience with ERP systems (M3 or equivalent) is an asset.
Experience in a customer facing role an asset.
Strong negotiation communication and relationship management skills.
Excellent attention to detail analytical ability and problem-solving mindset.
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Knowledge of production planning and logistics coordination is considered an asset.

What can you expect from Champion

Safety:a strong commitment to ensure all people are provided with a safehealthyand respectful environment.

Earnings:Competitive Wages that give financial peace of mindRRSPwith Company and donation matching.

Industry Competitive Benefits:Medical Dental Vision and Employee Assistance Programs to meet your individual or family needs.

Continuing Education:In House & Online Learning & Development as well as an Education Assistance Program.

Quality:a dedication toupholdthe highest standards of authenticity nutritional integrity and food safety to earn the trust of Pet Lovers everywhere.

Other Perks:Free Bag of Premium Pet Food each month Free Parking and more!

What are you waiting for Join the pack!

Come as you are.

We value diversity in all forms and know the power it can bring. Workplace equalityallows forcreative ideas to bloom diverse points ofviewsto be heard and increases overall happiness. That soundspretty goodto us.

Champion is an equal opportunity employer. Regardless of your race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability age veteran status or any other creed you are wanted here.

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Job Description:Changing the World One Kibble at a TimeChampion Petfoods is expanding! We are excited to announce we are looking for aExternal Manufacturing Plannerto join our rapidly growing company.Champion Petfoods is an award-winning pet food crafter with a reputation of trust spanning 35 years....