Supply Planner

Supply Planner

As part of EMEA Supply Planning organization, the role is responsible for the development, planning and implementation of the S&OP Supply Plan for a portfolio, including the balancing and management of inventory, customer service requirements, and total cost to meet finished goods demand with optimized total delivered costs (TDC). Managing inventory for New Product launches, managing of disposition of slow moving and obsolete finished goods, and developing and driving continuous & process improvement initiatives within Supply Planning accountability that creates capacity, reduces inventory and/or improves service.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Development, planning and implementation of the supply plan to meet finished good demand at optimized TDC
• Develop production (rough cut) & inventory plans to meet finished goods demand via internal & co-pack operations network
• Evaluate slow moving materials and excess inventories and recommend and implement corrective action plans
• Daily management and problem-solving of supply and inventory plan variances, including unexpected demand, to ensure appropriate communication and actions with customer service, sales planning, marketing, operations and the customers as appropriate
• Serves as the Supply Chain lead on cross-functional customer/business teams charged with business development, operational excellence and capacity development
• Proactively participate and engage in driving supply planning execution of new business opportunities, including new products and product discontinuations
• Identify, develop and drive continuous & process improvement initiatives within Supply Planning accountability

CANDIDATE PROFILE #LI-DNI

• A degree in an appropriate discipline (e.g., Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering,  or related field) desirable but not essential.
• 2-5 years of experience in Supply Chain Planning, Logistics, Operations, or a related field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex supply chain issues.
• Proven experience leading or contributing to cross-functional projects and process improvement initiatives.
• Strong stakeholder management, influencing, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across functions.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and ERP systems such as SAP, ECC, or APO.
• Good understanding of Supply Planning principles, including inventory management, production planning, and demand-supply balancing.
• Working knowledge of the end-to-end Product Supply Network, including Sourcing, Planning, Manufacturing, and Distribution.
• Strong business and commercial acumen with an understanding of how supply chain decisions impact customer service, costs, and overall business performance.Ability to understand and balance both internal and external customer needs while delivering operational excellence.
• Self-driven professional with strong organizational skills, capable of managing multiple priorities and driving continuous improvement opportunities.

Eligible roles may participate in one of McCormick’s Bonus Plans. In addition to a competitive compensation package, McCormick employees are eligible for our comprehensive Total Rewards programs, which include, but are not limited to:

• annual bonus
• health cash plan  
• private medical insurance
• pension   
• employee referral program 
• employee assistance program 

McCormick ensures compensation is determined in line with the principle of equal pay for work of equal value, regardless of gender.

McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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