Supply Planning Analyst

Business Unit Overview

About Bob Evans Farms, Inc.

For over 75 years, Bob Evans Farms has delivered delicious, quick-to-table, farm-inspired food that makes mealtime a little bit easier and a lot more delicious. We’re proud to be the No. 1-selling refrigerated dinner sides, including many varieties of wholesome, feel-good favorites such as mashed potatoes and macaroni & cheese, sold in grocery stores across the country. We’re also a leading producer and distributor of sausage and egg products including liquid eggs.

In addition to our flagship Bob Evans brand, our product portfolio includes Simply Potatoes, Egg Beaters and Owens Sausage. Bob Evans Farms is based in Columbus, Ohio, and is owned by Post Holdings, Inc., a consumer-packaged goods holding company. For more information about Bob Evans Farms, Inc., visit

The Supply Planning Analyst will be responsible for inventory planning and execution to ensure optimal product availability. This role manages finished goods inventory across third-party warehouses and distribution centers, balancing customer demand with cost-effective production and capacity utilization. The planner partners closely with cross‑functional teams—including demand planning, operations, customer service, transportation, warehousing, marketing, and sales—to deliver high quality results.

• Responsible for item level planning using demand plans and safety stock strategy with a goal of maintaining appropriate amounts of inventory while keeping service levels high.
• Develop short- and long‑term supply plans based on forecasts, actual orders, and available inventory.
• Maintain inventory levels at distribution center to prevent both stockouts and excess stock, while also managing budgets related to supply and production.
• Monitor and analyze available capacity in internal network, as well as co‑manufacturers, to produce inventory in the most cost‑effective manner.
• Address quality issues with co‑manufacturers.
• Review and address any invoice discrepancies.
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams including, but not limited to, demand planning, plant operations, customer service, transportation, warehousing, marketing, sales.
• Monitor internal and external key performance indicators including forecast accuracy and vendor scorecard metrics.
• Engage in continuous improvement as it relates to processes and material availability.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain or related field.
• 3+ years experience in Supply Chain.
• Experience with Oracle.
• Proven oral and written communication skills.
• Problem solving, analytical skills and the ability to balance multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent computer skills (MS office, PowerPoint, and Excel).
• Strong mathematical and documentation skills.
• Excellent customer service skills and experience.