Ventura Foods, LLC

Supply Chain Manager - Planning

Ventura Foods, LLC • $80K — $110K *
Fort Worth, TX 76137In-Person
Food & Beverages
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Supply Chain, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Proven track record of process implementation leading to cost improvements.
  • Experience with MRP planning, JIT, and Kaizen methodologies is essential.
  • Ability to travel 10%; MBA and relevant certifications (APICS, CPPM, CSCP) preferred.
  • Supervisory or managerial experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Manage purchasing activities for ingredients and packaging to meet customer demands.
  • Support production schedulers to develop weekly production plans based on needs and inventory.
  • Establish and optimize planning processes while searching for efficiency and savings.
  • Oversee communication and activities related to demand management and capacity constraints.
  • Manage incoming material requirements and optimize inventory levels in collaboration with procurement.
  • Advocate for safety compliance and follow all company policies regarding allergens.

Benefits

  • Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision coverage starts on day one for eligible employees.
  • Profit Sharing and 401(k) matching after meeting eligibility criteria.
  • Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays provided.
  • Participate in employee appreciation events and access employee assistance programs.
  • Potential for an annual bonus based on incentive program terms.
Full Job Description
Employment Type: Salaried
Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Position Summary:

Manage all purchasing activities related to incoming ingredients and materials. Manage all planning and scheduling activities related to packaging lines, processing equipment, tank farms and incoming oils. Coordinate manufacturing and supply planning activities to maintain proper finished goods inventory levels to ensure on-time delivery to customers while minimizing additional inventory storage and handling costs. Overall responsibility for Supply & Demand management, coordinating information exchange with Sales, HQ - Planning, and Oil Trading.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Manages all purchasing activities associated with ingredients and packaging to meet customer demands via plant purchasing employees.
  • Support the Production Schedulers in the development of the weekly production plan based on forecasted needs, customer orders, inventory balance, labor availability, oil and tank availability. Work toward maximizing line efficiency and minimizing inventory balance when making the weekly plan.
  • Establish and optimize current planning processes. Searches for efficiency and savings via scheduling methods, and development of new and innovative solutions involving raw materials. Includes working with HQ Supply Chain staff.
  • Support the Operations Coordinators in the activities and communication regarding Demand Management, Capacity Constraints, New Product Introductions, and coordination with Customer Service to proactively manage customer issues.
  • Managing incoming material requirements for the facility and ensures inventory levels are optimized and healthy. Includes working with Procurement and Production.
  • Is an advocate of safety within the facility and follows all safety procedures. Follow all company policies pertaining to allergens, koshering, etc.


Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Supply Chain or closely related field required.
  • 5+ years of supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
  • Proven track record of implementation of processes leading to excellence and improving costs metrics through the use of best practice techniques such as MRP planning, JIT, Kaizen, etc.
  • Ability to travel 10%.
  • MBA preferred.
  • APICS, CPPM (Certified Professional Purchasing Manager), or CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) certification is preferred.
  • Experience in production planning and scheduling, inventory management, MRP process and distribution is a plus.
  • Supervisory/managerial experience preferred.
  • PMP certification is greatly appreciated.


Knowledge and Skills:

  • Knowledge of material flow within manufacturing environment is essential (systems and physical processes).
  • Use of mathematical concepts for needed calculations and projections.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form using electronic media, telephone and direct contact with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Operate standard office equipment and demonstrate competency in the use of standard software applications.

Ventura Foods offers career growth opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefits:
    • Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision - coverage beginning on your 1st day for eligible employees
    • Profit Sharing and 401(k) matching (after eligible criteria is met)
    • Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
    • Employee Appreciation Events and Employee Assistance Programs
    • Annual bonus (based on the incentive program terms and conditions)

About Ventura Foods, LLC

Ventura Foods, LLC is a leading manufacturer and marketer of branded and custom food products. The company was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Brea, California. Ventura Foods, LLC offers a wide range of products, including oils, dressings, sauces, and margarines. The company serves customers in the foodservice, retail, and industrial markets. Ventura Foods, LLC is committed to sustainability and has implemented several initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. The company has a strong reputation for quality and innovation.
Learn more about Ventura Foods, LLC
Size
3,000 employees
Industry
Food & Beverages
Founded
1867
* Ladders Estimates

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