Materials Planner

Description

We are one of the most respected premium all-natural cheese makers in North America, and we continue to win prestigious awards for, not only our high-quality products, but also in recognition of our passion for sustainable practices. Today, we are in our third generation as a family business, who seeks innovative opportunities to maximize profitability & return on all assets, while being a trusted & responsible employer, who actively participates in the community & who cherishes the natural environment.

Our success is based upon the quality of the employees that we hire-top-notch talent who share our company's commitment to our customers and a passion for making the country's finest quality products, using only all natural ingredients.

Our employees are our greatest driving force, and we pride ourselves on ensuring their stability. All our employees receive Life Insurance, and Employee Assistance Program! Joseph Gallo Farms also offers a competitive benefits package at a group rate to all our full-time employees and their dependents.

401(k) retirement plan w/ company match

Health Insurance

Dental

Vision

Educational Reimbursement

Paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays, etc.)

Free cheese!

The Materials Planner is responsible for ensuring the timely and efficient procurement of packaging supplies necessary for our operation. This position will process purchase orders and monitor material inventory to ensure on-time and accurate delivery, mitigating shortages. This role requires strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and the ability to work collaboratively with various departments.

• Monitor and maintain optimal inventory levels of packaging supplies to support production schedules.
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials, negotiate contracts, and manage supplier relationships.
• Collaborate with production and scheduling teams to align material availability with production plan.
• Analyze historical data and market trends to forecast material requirements and adjust procurement strategies accordingly.
• Monitor material costs and implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality.
• Ensure all materials meet quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Generate and analyze reports on inventory levels, material usage, and procurement performance.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Provides support to the Procurement staff for inventory accuracy activities (i.e. support during cycle counts, support during physical inventories and reconciliation activities).
• Participates in Product Development activities, packaging design discussions, and brand management meetings.
• Ensures ERP system accuracy and BOMs are up to date for all SKUs.

• Comply with all Plant, State and Federal OSHA, EPA, FDA, HACCP, and SQF regulations
• Comply with GMP’s in the plant.
• Assist in the maintenance of Food Safety and Quality system.

Position reports to EVP of Supply Chain & Business Development.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years' experience in supply chain or procurement in an industrial manufacturing environment with 3+ years in materials planning.
• Strong ability to work in cross-functional and team oriented environment with multiple disciplines.
• Proven capabilities in the area of project management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics Navision ERP & Microsoft Office Suites.
• Detail and process oriented.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• May sit for long periods of time.
• Visual acuity to perform reading and computer functions.
• May lift or carry up to 25 pounds.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is performed in an office environment.

This description is a general statement and does not include other duties as assigned.

Joseph Gallo Farms is an Equal Opportunity Employer / EEO