In-Stock Planner

Peets is the original craft coffee company. Founded in 1966 by Dutch immigrant Alfred Peet the company remains true to its roots in the Pursuit of Better Coffee. Sourcing only the best highest quality beans carefully roasting in small batches packaging and delivering direct to more than 15000 stores and partners to ensure freshness and perfecting the craft of drink making in our 250 coffee bars we continuously build on our deep expertise and heritage to deliver great coffee. Now in the midst of an exciting period of growth Peets is focused on sharing our passion in offices on campus in grocery or specialty stores - anywhere coffee lovers live work or play.

We are in the midst of our Advanced Planning Transformation (APT) journey having implemented the Logility Demand Optimization Inventory Planning and Replenishment Planning Platforms the In-Stock Planner will play a key role.

What You Will Do

The In-Stock Planner is responsible for the day-to-day activities related to inbound inventory management and non-inventory items. The In-Stock Planner will manage and execute the buy plan for their assigned category / area and collaborate with suppliers co-manufacturers vendors and partner brands to place purchase orders and ensure that target inventory levels are maintained. Responsibilities will also include placing orders for services and non-inventory items.

The In-Stock Planner will be based in the Caribou roasting plant in Minnesota reporting to the -Stock Planning Manager based in Emeryville California and dotted line reporting to the on-site Production Planning Manager. This role is crucial for continuing the APT journey and will be well supported with multiple avenues to escalate product supply and/or operational issues develop action plans and improvements.

Salary: $80000 - $90000

Location: Brooklyn Center Minnesota

Responsibilities

• Responsible for inbound buying and planning for assigned categories suppliers and components to support manufacturing operations.
• Ability to work with the on-site team on QA related issues with vendors and coordinate CAPA report and RMAs
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams on projects (i.e. re-branding initiatives new product launches supplier transitions etc)
• Execute indirect purchase orders including services and non-inventoried items (i.e. ribbon tape stretch wrap paper)
• Maintain relationships with service suppliers (i.e. cleaning services Aramark vending Uline Officemax copiers)
• Responsible for meeting inventory targets and service levels for assigned components to maintain manufacturing operations.
• Monitor analyze and own KPIs/metrics for assigned categories suppliers etc.
• Ability to balance the needs and requirements of internal and external customers.
• Identify risks and opportunities to troubleshoot optimize inventory levels or costs in the supply network.
• Responsible for continuously improving and maintaining high service levels measured by success factors and KPIs.
• Validate root cause analysis / reporting on operational issues develop action plans and manage improvements with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously.
• Monitor new component inventory needs to support item transitions.
• Identify and escalate issues to the In-Stock Planning Manager.

Who You Are

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Business or related field.
• 2 - 5 years relevant experience (Supply Planning Demand Planning Sourcing)
• Ability to develop plan organize and manage multiple prioritiessimultaneously
• Working knowledge / familiarity with supply chain planning software(D365 & Logility a plus)
• Familiarity with supply chain processes and concepts including inventory management sales and operations planning (S&OP).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate with peers across the organization
• Strong desire for continuous process improvement

This description outlines the roles essential functions but may evolve with business needs.

What We Offer:
Were proud to offer a comprehensive package for full-time employees including but not limited to:

Recharge Time Paid vacation holidays and sick days.
Health & Wellness Medical dental and vision coverage.
Future You 401(k) plan with generous match program to help you save.
Peace of Mind Life insurance disability and options for HSAs and FSAs.
Everyday Perks Free coffee fresh baked goods and discounts.
Growth & Support Career development and an Employee Assistance

Program when you need it.

The target annual base salary range for this position is $80000 - $90000. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors including the applicants qualifications years of relevant experience specific and unique skills level of education certifications or licenses other legitimate non-discriminatory business factors and the geographic location of the addition to base pay individuals in this position may also be eligible to earn bonuses.

Additional Information
At Peets we believe in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome qualified applicants of all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race color creed religion gender age marital status national origin sexual orientation gender identity citizenship status disability genetic information uniform service veteran status or any other category protected under federal state or local laws. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal state and local ordinances.

Peets is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you need assistance or accommodation please contact