Supply Planning Manager - Apex Systems

Job#: 2039923

Job Description:

Apex Systems is seeking a Supply Planning Manager to work in our Dover, Delaware facility, with only 2 days on-site!

If interested in applying for this opportunity, please send a copy of your updated resume to Ronak Gandhi @ [email protected]

Job Title: Supply Planning Manager

Location: Dover, DE (Hybrid 2 days onsite, 3 days remote)

Duration: 6-month contract, potential for extension

Position Summary

The Supply Planning Manager oversees the Supply Planning function, providing leadership and guidance to the team. They serve as a key point of contact for Demand Planning, Customer Service, Warehouse & Distribution, Operations, Procurement, Program Management, Finance and Commercial Marketing. The Supply Planning Manager plays a pivotal role in our Integrated Business Planning process, ensuring alignment of supply plans with strategic business objectives and contributing to decision-making that supports our commitment to operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Achieve On-Time In-Full (OTIF) customer service order fulfillment objectives while maintaining inventory levels within targets.
• Develop and oversee master production plans based on net demand driven by sales forecasts in a timely and efficient manner.
• Monitor and adjust master production plans to optimize resource utilization and meet forecasted demand, while also proactively evaluating and addressing capacity constraints to ensure smooth operations.
• Oversee the deployment and rebalancing of finished stock across our distribution network and third-party co-packers.
• Lead Supply Planning activities to support the successful launch of new products, product restages and/or cost savings initiatives.
• Manages finished good inventory levels in the near-term and leads monthly meetings on SLOB (Slow-Moving and Obsolete) stock, driving cross-functional collaboration to create disposition plans and securing authorization for the disposal of obsolete materials.
• Facilitate the Supply Review (SR) as part of the EBP process, ensuring clear communication of constraints and Supply Plans to support the 24-month rolling Demand Plan.
• Provide supply planning insights during the Management Business Review, ensuring alignment with EBP objectives.
• Maintain SAP and JDA system processes, item master data and planning system parameters in support of key business metrics.
• Lead the Annual Business Plan process in conjunction with Operations, Finance, Procurement, and the Global Data & Analytics Team.
• Lead and direct departmental personnel, including performance management and development plans.

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or equivalent.
• 5-10 years of Supply Planning experience in a consumer product manufacturing environment.
• Proven leadership with expertise in SAP, Microsoft Office, and JDA/Manugistics planning systems.
• Strong ability to manage complex planning schedules and timelines.
• Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder influence.
• Effective verbal and written communication, team collaboration, and negotiation skills.
• High adaptability, organization, and multitasking capability in a dynamic environment.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Financial cost analysis experience.
• Advanced degree or MBA.
• IBP, APICS or SCOR Certification.

Environmental, Health, and Safety Responsibilities

• Comply with the companys environmental and safety policies and procedures.
• Report any job-related injuries or illnesses immediately.
• Participate in safety training and meetings.
• Take action to correct unsafe conditions or practices.

Quality Assurance Responsibilities

• Ensure personal and team adherence to quality standards.
• Report any quality issues to supervision for corrective action.
• Follow all established quality procedures and instructions.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.