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Regional Supply Chain Planner, Food
Regional Supply Chain Planner, Foodgategroup • Reston, VA, US
Regional Supply Chain Planner, Food

Regional Supply Chain Planner, Food

gategroup • Reston, VA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Regional Supply Chain Planner

We're looking for motivated, engaged people to help make everyone's journeys better.

The Regional Supply Chain Planner is part of the Regional Supply Chain Planning team. This position provides materials planning support to assigned catering units and ensures that they have raw materials required for daily production requirements. Activities include reviewing demand plans, setting inventory policies and placing purchase orders with suppliers to fulfill unit and / or network requirements. The planner must analyze material requirements and plan to meet service objectives while also balancing inventory related financial targets. They must be able to navigate and leverage ERP and MRP systems as well as ad hoc tools to make these daily tactical decisions. The individual must be able to communicate effectively across all levels of the field and headquarters organization.

Annual Hiring Range / Hourly Rate :

  • $68,000-$75,000 Per Year

Benefits

  • Paid time off
  • 401k, with company match
  • Company sponsored life insurance
  • Medical, dental, vision plans
  • Voluntary short-term / long-term disability insurance
  • Voluntary life, accident, and hospital plans
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee Discounts
  • Main Duties and Responsibilities

  • Plans and purchases products designated for use in catering / production, replenishment and sales to customers. Analyzes inventory to ensure consistency with production plan and company inventory policies.
  • Consolidates and analyzes unit Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) requirements for use in Material Resource Planning (MRP) process. Sets, monitors and adjusts planning parameters as required.
  • Generates purchase orders in adherence with safety stock policies to ensure product is available through the supply chain to meet consumption requirements.
  • Monitors menus and meal cycle changes for materials requirements. Checks the accuracy of information received from the responsible unit(s). Manages the cross functional flow of data to support demand and supply planning execution at all stages of the product life cycle (Phase In, Current, Phase Out, Obsolete).
  • Works closely with vendors, procurement, commercial and field operations to address and resolve issues.
  • Communicates issues and provides timely solutions for product availability issues. Conducts investigations as needed to determine root cause for issues as well as measuring the financial impact.
  • Participates in new product introduction / cycle change process to ensure successful launch.
  • Collaborates with procurement, finance, and operations to suggest, align on, and implement inventory policies that meet the Company's performance objectives.
  • Works directly with Unit GMs and unit supply chain / operations teams to achieve service objectives, financial targets and to resolve materials issues.
  • Provides support to unit to troubleshoot stock variance, actual vs. theoretical usage variances and general issue resolution.
  • Participates in Weekly Materials Management Meetings to review KPIs related unit performance and process compliance.
  • Monitors units to ensure that an accurate food, beverage and controllable materials inventory is kept.
  • Other duties as assigned
  • Qualifications

    Education :

  • Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management or related field required
  • Work Experience :

  • Functional experience with material purchasing, forecasting, supply chain management
  • Experience in planning and replenishment flows.
  • Knowledge of supply chain management within the airline industry a plus
  • Technical Skills :

  • Advanced capabilities with Microsoft Excel, Word and Access
  • Functional knowledge of ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems and MRP planning processes.
  • Knowledge of supply chain programs and the ability to manage project execution of these programs.
  • Excellent analytical skills and problem-solving skill
  • Knowledge of statistical software a plus
  • Must be detailed oriented
  • Must have the ability to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment
  • Willing to learn and implement new processes and procedures.
  • Continuous improvement mindset
  • APICS Certification a plus
  • Language / Communication Skills :

  • Excellent communication skills, both written & oral
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Job Dimensions

    Geographic Responsibility : North America

    Type of Employment : Full-time

    Travel % : up to 10%

    Exemption Classification : Exempt

    Internal Relationships : all internal departments

    External Relationships : Suppliers and external customers

    Work Environment / Requirements of the Job : Regular Office Environment, may spend some time working in food storerooms

    Budget / Revenue Responsibility : na

    Organization Structure

    Direct Line Manager (Title) : Regional Supply Chain Planning Manager

    Dotted Line Manager (Title, if applicable) : na

    Number of Direct Reports : 0

    Number of Dotted Line Reports : 0

    Estimated Total Size of Team : 1

    Competencies Required to be Successful in the Job

    Thinking Information Search and analysis & problem resolution skills

    Engaging Understanding others, Team Leadership and Developing People

    Inspiring Influencing and building relationships, Motivating and Inspiring, Communicating effectively

    Achieving Delivering business results under pressure, Championing Performance Improvement and Customer Focus

    Demonstrated Values to be Successful in the Position

    Employees at gategroup are expected to live our Values of Excellence, Integrity, Passion and Accountability. To demonstrate these Values, we expect to observe the following from everyone :

  • We treat each other with respect and we act with integrity
  • We communicate and keep each other informed
  • We put our heads together to problem solve and deliver excellence as a team
  • We have passion for our work and we pay attention to the little details
  • We foster an environment of accountability, take responsibility for our actions and learn from our mistakes
  • We do what we say we will do, when we say we are going to do it
  • We care about our coworkers, always taking an opportunity to make someone's day better
  • Gategroup

    The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

    Gategroup is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status or other category under applicable law.

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