Supply and Inventory Planner

Supply and Inventory Planner

Cargill is a family company committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. We sit at the heart of the supply chain, partnering with producers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living. By providing customers with life's essentials, we enable businesses to grow, communities to prosper, and consumers to live well.

This position is in our specialized portfolio enterprise where we serve diverse businesses who support unique customers or markets, including animal nutrition and health, bioindustrial, road safety salt and Cargill joint ventures.

Job Purpose and Impact

The Supply and Inventory Planner II will manage supply and inventory planning for third-party logistics and transload locations. In this role, you will develop replenishment plans, monitor inventory and supply risks, coordinate stock movements and support reliable product availability and customer service.

Key Accountabilities

• Manage supply and inventory plans for assigned 3PL and transload locations.
• Monitor demand, inventory, open orders, inbound supply and stock transfers to identify risks and required actions.
• Create and adjust replenishment and stock transfer plans using MRP signals, inventory targets and site constraints.
• Maintain planning parameters and master data, including safety stock, lot sizes, lead times, maximum stock and sourcing settings.
• Coordinate shipment readiness, inventory movements and required documentation with 3PL partners and internal teams.
• Develop recovery plans for inventory shortages, shipment delays, discrepancies and operational constraints.
• Support setup and transition of new 3PL and transload locations, including planning parameters, processes and system readiness.
• Independently resolve moderately complex planning issues and escalate significant risks.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• Minimum of two years of experience in supply planning, inventory planning, logistics or a related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Three years of experience with at least one in supply and inventory planning
• Experience planning inventory across 3PL, warehouse or transload locations.
• Experience in SAP ERP environments.
• Experience with rail, bulk or multi-location distribution networks.
• Experience using data and reporting tools to identify inventory risks and support planning decisions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an interest in using AI and automation to improve planning, reporting and decision-making.

Posting Details

• Preferred Location: Wayzata, MN. Open to candidates near the following Cargill Bio-Industrial plant locations: Calumet City, IL, Chandler, AZ, Blooming Prairie, MN
• Relocation support will not be provided; Visa sponsorship will not be provided
• The expected salary for this position is $64,000 - $94,000. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific location, certifications, education, and level of experience. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. This position is eligible for a discretionary incentive award. The incentive award amount is dependent upon company performance and your personal performance.
• At Cargill we put people first. As part of your overall rewards, we offer a comprehensive benefit program including medical and/or other benefits dependent on the position offered and hours worked. Visit: learn more (subject to certain collective bargaining agreements for Union positions).
• Minnesota Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 48 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet