Bakery planner-scheduler

## Bakery planner-scheduler

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Middlebury, IN 46540 - Manufacturing Complex North Main Sttime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
RAs a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you’re provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Consider joining our family – take care of your career and your community!
** Meijer Rewards
*** Weekly pay
* Scheduling flexibility
* Paid parental leave
* Paid education assistance
* Team member discount
* Development programs for advancement and career growth

Please review the job profile below and apply today!

Co-leads the planning, implementation and issuance of production schedules for assigned manufacturing work area(s). Resolves production schedule conflicts and orders raw material to fill customer orders. Practices 200% Safety Accountability (Self and Others).
** What You'll be Doing:
*** Plans and executes long term business objectives by creating production schedules to fill all customer orders
* Manages inventory and ordering of raw stock, finished goods and packaging supplies. Interacts directly with the Purchasing group and vendors
* Tracks current orders through communication with vendors and distributors to ensure timely delivery
* Researches discrepancies in orders and works with vendors to expedite deliveries as needed to maintain production schedules.
* Updates all pricing changes received from vendors.
* Works with vendors to negotiate pricing and evaluates competitive pricing as needed.
* Works closely with Merchandise Planning teams for optimal coverage of changing trends, sales, promotions and major timelines. Orders accordingly and adjusts production schedules based on those needs
* Responsible for new item set-up at the plant, working with all support groups such as PD, R&D, IT and Regulatory/Compliance.
* This job profile is not meant to be all inclusive of the responsibilities of this position; may perform other duties as assigned or required
** What You Bring with You (Qualifications):
*** Bachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent relative experience
* Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) and/or ordering/scheduling experience is highly desirable.
* 1-3 years of prior purchasing experience required
* Prior leadership experience is preferred
* Ability to become proficient with multiple systems used throughout Meijer Manufacturing
* Proficient computer knowledge, including Microsoft Office products
* Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills
* Strong organizational skills
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