Supply Planning Manager

We are hiring Rockstars to join our Sauer Brands team!

Overall Goal of Position:

We are seeking a highly experienced Supply Planning Manager to lead and optimize our end-to-end supply planning function.

Job Summary:

This role is responsible for overseeing all production scheduling, replenishment of all raw materials and packaging supplies, and spearheading continuous improvement initiatives to drive efficiency and performance across the supply chain. The ideal candidate will be a strategic leader with expertise in demand planning, inventory management, S&OP processes, and cross-functional collaboration. Ensuring optimal inventory levels, mitigating aging inventory risks, and maintaining a customer fill rate above 99% are critical success factors for this role. This position reports to the VP, Supply Chain.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute supply planning strategies that align with business objectives and customer demands.
• Oversee replenishment planning for raw materials and packaging supplies, ensuring uninterrupted production and optimal supplier performance.
• Lead master production scheduling (MPS) for finished goods manufacturing, including batching and blending operations, balancing supply and demand.
• Drive Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) alignment by working closely with demand planning, procurement, operations, and logistics teams.
• Implement and refine inventory management best practices, ensuring healthy stock levels while minimizing obsolescence and carrying costs.
• Leverage data analytics and forecasting tools to optimize planning accuracy, reduce lead times, and improve supply chain reliability.
• Maintain and improve customer order fulfillment performance, ensuring service levels consistently exceed 99%.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supply chain efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize production scheduling.
• Monitor and proactively mitigate aging inventory risk, working cross-functionally to improve inventory turnover and minimize write-offs.
• Utilize supply chain planning systems and ERP platforms to enhance planning capabilities and decision-making processes.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and operational excellence.

 What We Are Looking For:  

• Personal Characteristics
• Entrepreneurial drive and the desire to “build a business”. 
• Outgoing, energetic, and results oriented personality 
• Overall confidence in one abilities and comfortable communicating the facts 
• Smart, creative and inquisitive
• Integrity-Does the right thing even when no one is looking 
• Disciplined approach, and accountable for KPIs
• No excuses mindset
• Dependable team player with positive attitude
• Personal values that mesh with SBI values
• Passion for consumer goods and food
• Performance History
• Demonstrated history of excellence in professional and/or academic settings 
• Stellar references based on contributions and performance
• Demonstrated proficiency in the following Areas:
• Ability to work and thrive under time constraints and prioritize responsibilities
• Team oriented, collaborative, diplomatic, and flexible  
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with a results-driven mindset.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to engage effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, complex supply chain environment and drive process improvements.
• Drive to compete and win every day!
• Education & Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree required in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in supply planning, inventory management, and production scheduling within a food manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 10 years of management experience, leading supply planning and scheduling teams.
• Strong knowledge of S&OP processes, production planning methodologies, and supply chain optimization.
• Expertise in inventory control strategies, demand forecasting, and supplier collaboration.
• Proficiency in supply chain planning software, ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, PeopleSoft, or similar), and data analytics tools.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.
• Other:

• The position is located and based in Greenville, SC.

What Is In It For You?

Our company acknowledges talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits packages and outstanding advancement opportunities. For this reason we offer a Comprehensive Benefits Plan that includes the following: 

• 401K
• Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage
• Vacation, Sick Days and Holidays
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee and Dependent Life Insurance
• Voluntary Disability Insurance
• Other Voluntary Insurance Options

Sauer Brands, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.