Job Purpose

Coordinate business execution to capture the value of supply chain planning.  Translate business strategies and objectives into S&OP inputs and support the execution of the optimized plan by facilitating weekly S&OE actions.  Ensure that planning system inputs and outputs are effectively communicated and understood within the business.

We’d love to meet you if... 
… you’re energized by big challenges and creating a plan to meet the challenge 
… you enjoy working with others to deliver great work 
… you’re innovative and looking for a values-driven, positive culture and environment
 

In this position you will have the opportunity to:

Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP)

• Engage with Corporate Supply Chain Planning to fully utilize planning tools and drive continuous improvement.
• Translate business objectives into supply chain planning inputs and requirements. 
• Understand how LP supply chain planning tools and process are utilized to support business requirements.
• Drive the adoption and use of S&OP/IBP/APO tools for all applicable business planning activities.
• Work with demand planners, sales, supply planners, operations and controllers to support the broader S&OP process.
• Engage sales groups to support the development and refinement of demand plans.
• Support the assessment and adjustment of sales history to account for abnormal sources of variation. 
• Engage with supply planners and operations teams to support the development and refinement of supply plans.
• Engage business groups to ensure proper understanding of the monthly S&OP plan, as well as, the key assumptions and requirements to achieve it.
• Support the linking of VBM activities to the overall S&OP plan

Sales and Operations Execution (S&OE) 

• Ensure execution level plans align with strategic plans and objectives.
• Develop a strong working knowledge of LP near-term planning and execution tools.
• Support business Sales and Operations teams to ensure clear understanding of plan execution requirements from order entry through shipment.
• Collaborate with order entry groups to clarify understanding and intent of supply plans and fulfillment strategies.
• Monitor order entry and production actuals and trends to identify potential problem areas or variances as early as possible.
• Work with Demand and Supply Planners to recognize and manage exceptions.
• Coordinate needed interactions and working sessions to maintain alignment and to support weekly execution activities.
• Support continuous improvement and the spreading of best practices for S&OE.
• Communicate anticipated plan shortfalls or misses within the business as early as possible to allow time for review and corrective actions – escalate as needed to properly address concerns.

Benefits Realization

• Support the identification, communication and resolution of supply chain and order fulfillment related issues.
• Drive continuous improvement in planning processes and tool utilization.
• Support the definition and execution of “what-if?” and scenario analysis activities.
• Assess plan performance and propose / make appropriate adjustments.
• Develop assessments of actual performance versus plan.
• Report overall plan related costs and savings for the business.

Administrative

• Participate in Corporate projects and committees as assigned. 
• Interact with various levels of upper management both internally and externally regarding, inventory, and strategy issues.
• Perform all duties in accordance with environmental and safety rules and regulations. 
• Perform other duties as necessary.

What do I need to be successful?

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong planning skills. 
• Excellent written and oral communication skills. 
• Working understanding of supply chain management processes and practices. 
• Strong analytical skills, including demonstrated ability to compile and analyze data, develop metrics, and perform cost benefit analysis. 
• Demonstrated ability to develop regularly scheduled business reports and presentations for upper management and peers using various computer software applications. 
• Demonstrated project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. 
• Demonstrated consultative, facilitation and conflict resolution skills. Ability to lead and motivate individuals and teams to achieve program and project objectives. 
• Ability to define, quantify and lead continuous improvement projects and work efforts.
• Ability to interpret and apply corporate policies and procedures. 
• Ability to operate a computer and supporting software. 
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Experience:

• 7+ years planning or operations management related experience. 
• 3+ years management experience preferred. 
• LSS Certification preferred
• Or any equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of this position. 

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain or related field. 

Work Environment

• Office environment with significant phone and computer work 
• Hybrid Environment

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