Martin Bauer, located in Secaucus, NJ, is seeking an experienced Demand Planner to join our team. This role will be based out of Secaucus, NJ. This role requires a strategic leader with a strong background in demand planning and supply chain management and is used to working in a fast-paced environment, specifically within the manufacturing field. In this role, you will be responsible for production, supply & demand planning. Moreover, you will play a vital role in developing and implementing innovative solutions to optimize our supply chain operations and automation. We are looking for a driven and results-oriented individual who has a proven track record of driving efficiency and cost savings. You will thrive in high-pressure situations and take pride in being a key contributor to our supply chain and manufacturing operations, working collaboratively within the local and remote cross-functional teams of a larger organization, and supporting our company's financial success.
Responsibilities
Manage production, supply and demand planning across multiple plants in the company.
Support Sr. Director of Supply Chain with S&OP/S&OE processes.
Operationalize sales forecasts to align with supply chain.
Assure accurate and timely ERP data entry and management (SAP).
Analyze supply chain data and improve reporting parameters to meet company goals.
Work in partnership with Operations, Finance, Quality, and Sales to assure optimum customer satisfaction.
Develop & implement new strategies to streamline processes and reduce cost in alignment with company objectives.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute innovative solutions.
Identify and mitigate potential risks in the supply chain and logistics operations through proactive planning and problem-solving.
Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to drive successful operational outcomes.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration or related field.
5+ years of experience working in supply chain planning and management.
Firm grasp of supply chain, inventory, distribution, business, and management principles.
SAP ERP functionality and system knowledge is required.
Extensive knowledge of supply chain operations.
Able to travel as required both domestically and internationally.
Working knowledge of Excel and MS Office Applications.
Strong problem-solving skills: the ability to ask the right questions, help frame logical conclusions and arrive at effective solutions.
Strong team player.
Possess planning and analytical skills and be able to take complex issues and break down actions for resolution whilst working against tight deadlines.
Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
Since 1930, Martin Bauer has stood for expertise in botanical products.
Our success is built on our passion and love for nature. Whether peppermint, hibiscus, rooibos or mate, our products always come from responsibly sourced, high-quality botanicals that are processed using rigorous, certified methods.
We provide bespoke solutions to our customers from the tea, beverage, food, animal nutrition and pharmaceutical industries. As drivers of innovation and creativity, we deliver solutions for successful products of tomorrow.