Supply Planner Job at Saputo Inc.

Saputo Inc. Edmonton, AB

At Saputo, our best comes from our people. We’re a talented and caring team with a longstanding history of excellence. Since our first days delivering cheese on a bicycle, we’ve grown into a leading global dairy processor by staying true to the culture that defines us. Each of our employees is committed to uphold our tradition of care, quality, and passion through food, and together, we foster an environment where we can all make contributions that matter–from our manufacturing plants to our office locations and everywhere in-between.
Overview of the Role
This position will ensure availability of manufactured & procured products into Regional Distribution Centers to satisfy regional customer requirements. Working within the Supply Chain Optimization (SCO) group, the position is accountable to use a companywide integrated plant scheduling and procurement tool to provide production planning, finished goods procurement, and materials coordination services. Position will involve managing inventory and plant scheduling functions remotely and therefore must have demonstrated understanding of procurement and supply chain principles. A highly interactive role in the organization, requiring effective facilitation of inter-department, analysis and problem solving within the Saputo supply chain.
How you will make contributions that matter:
  • Ensure the Distribution Center(s) have the Right Product, in the Right Quantity, at the Right Time.
  • Maintain on-going and effective working relationships with local/regional management (Production, Warehouse & Delivery, Sales, Forecasting, Customer) and SCO group.
  • Monitor the inventories of all finished goods, ingredients and packaging materials, and continuously replenish them to the optimal levels.
  • Maintain and manage the relationships with National purchasing group, and all suppliers of ingredients and packaging materials.
  • Provide production schedules/orders to the plant, monitor production order fulfillment, and act accordingly with the plant to maintain the fulfillment at the acceptable level.
  • Work with National Transport group to assist coordination of interbranch movement of finished goods.
  • Responsible for the effective administration of all purchase orders and invoices. (Finished goods, ingredients and packaging materials).
  • Coordinate ordering and stock levels during product introductions/de-listing to minimize shortages/disposals.
  • Root cause planning issues creating shortages or disposals are identified and immediately corrected. Timely escalation of product supply issues.
  • Continuously analyze and implement improvement in local supply chain to reduce cost, improve service.
  • Effective facilitation of interdepartmental projects and teams.
  • Supports and maintains Saputo Dairy Products Canada G.P.’s quality standards.
  • Other duties as assigned.
You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:
  • Supply Chain, Operations Management, or Purchasing designation or relevant experience
  • University degree in Supply Chain or a related field a benefit
  • SAP experience would be an asset
  • Excellent computer skills necessary
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Proven team player, with strong interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrate the ability to work independently, with minimal supervision
  • Must be able to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment
  • Demonstrate track record of effective problem solving and decision making
  • Proficiency in current position
We support and care for our employees and their families by providing:
  • Competitive salaries
  • Advantageous corporate agreements
  • Full range of group insurance benefits
  • Group retirement pension plan with employer contribution
  • Purchase option of company stocks
  • Group RRSP
  • Health and wellness program in the workplace
  • Assistance program for employees and their families
  • Saputo products at a discounted price
Saputo welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations up to the point of undue hardships, are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join its family.
Our story began in Canada in 1954, when the Saputo family's hard work and dedication created a thriving dairy business. More than 65 years later, our roots in this country remain strong with our Corporate Headquarters in Montréal. Today, we are a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor in Canada with well-loved brands, such as Saputo, Alexis de Portneuf, Armstrong, Baxter, Dairyland, Joyya, Milk2Go, Milk2Go Sport, Neilson, Nutrilait, Scotsburn* and Woolwich Goat Dairy. Thanks to our national footprint, we're proud to bring our best to our customers and consumers, and have plenty of opportunities for our employees to grow in their own way. And we do it while also striving to build a healthier future for our people and the communities where we operate, guided by our values and the Saputo Promise.
Join the Saputo Dairy Products Canada team to make your contributions matter every day!
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The material contained herein is provided for informational purposes only. All open jobs offered by Saputo Inc. and all companies, corporations, partnerships, limited partnerships and other entities controlled by Saputo Inc. (collectively, “Saputo”) on Saputo's web site are subject to specific job skill requirements. The job skill requirements, qualifications, and preferred experience are determined by a Saputo subsidiary, office or department, and all positions are subject to local prevailing employment laws and restrictions. This would include immigration laws pertaining to work authorization requirements and any other applicable government permissions or compliance. The materials on this site are provided without warranties of any kind, either expressed or implied, including but not limited to warranties regarding the accuracy or completeness of the information contained on this site or in any referenced links. While Saputo attempts to update this site on a timely basis, the information is effective only as of the time and date of posting. Strict confidentiality will be observed at all times. Saputo is an equal opportunity employer. The information on this site is for information purposes only and is not intended to be relied upon with legal consequence.
Saputo welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations may be available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.



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