Head of Central Planning

The Head of Central Planning is responsible for managing all aspects of the sales and operations planning process (S&OP), including sales forecasting and ink formulation analysis, raw material procurement, inventory management, production planning & scheduling.
In addition, the Sales & Operations Planning Manager will manage projects to improve overall sales and operations planning effectiveness and will also manage the Product Industrialization team as a key driver for phasing in and out products and optimizing production effectiveness.
The ideal candidate for this position will have a strong background in sales and operations planning, project management, and manufacturing/production. If you have a passion for driving results and continuous improvement, we want to hear from you!
Job Responsibilities:

• Manages the S&OP Process throughout the Flexible Packaging Business Unit for all FP manufacturing sites in North America.
• Identifies key data needs, metrics and inputs that connects all steps of the S&OP process. Uses this for statistical demand analysis and modelling.
• Uses asset analysis and capacity planning methods to load balance the various sites and value streams.
• Leads the internal process associated with connecting the stakeholders to ensure a seamless and effective S&OP process.
• Participates in strategic masterplan exercise to define future manufacturing locations and capacities
• Participates in regular exchange and best practice sharing in the SW S&OP community worldwide
• Presents regular S&OP performance updates to Senior Management.
• Works closely with OFC Teams to understand customer demand and carry customer requirements.
• Manages monthly S&OP processes, meetings and action plans, issues resolution and tracking.

Education and Experience

• Master's Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field strongly preferred.
• 5 - 7 years of significant relevant experience.
• Experience with international companies, SAP, & managing large teams preferred.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Free Life Insurance (1x your annual salary)
• Free Short and Long Term Disability
• Long Term Disability Buy-up Option
• Critical Illness & Injury Insurance
• 401k with Company Match
• 9 paid Holidays
• Generous PTO
• Hybrid Work schedule

This is a hybrid role that will require the candidate work in the Des Moines, IA office. Relocation assistance is available.
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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Des Moines, IA 50321