Manufacturing Supply Planning Specialist

Manufacturing Supply Planning Specialist

What does it take to create 2.4 BILLION cups of coffee a year? Ask Cascade Coffee! We are excited to announce that we are hiring an exceptional Manufacturing Supply Planning Specialist! For more than 40 years Cascade Coffee has been the premier specialty coffee contract manufacturer in the Pacific Northwest. Specializing in roasting, grinding, flavoring, and packaging coffee, catering to the world's finest coffee brands worldwide.

Cascade works behind the scenes to provide innovation, world-class coffee roasting, and a wide variety of packaging options to highlight their loyal customer's brands. Founded in 1977, the company operates from a 150,000 square foot manufacturing and roasting facility, more than 2 million pounds of green coffee storage facility, 50 million pounds annually of coffee roasting capacity as well as multiple roasting lines, flavor mixing systems and 14 automated packaging lines.

Why Cascade? We offer a unique blend of benefits for you and your loved ones!

• Healthcare benefits | Multiple coverage levels of medical, dental, and vision plans
• 401k Roth or Pre-Tax options | $1 for $1 match and once eligible to enroll, ZERO vesting period
• Long Term Disability and life insurance | Company provides coverage for all
• Voluntary Life, Disability, Accident & Critical Illness | Various insurance programs are offered to support your needs
• Employee Assistance Program | To support you and your family's overall wellbeing to achieve your best and most productive self
• Sick and Vacation plans | Cascade understands the vital importance of a quality work/life balance
• Pet insurance | Multiple coverage levels for whatever best suits your furry (or not so furry) friend
• Cascade Cares | Exciting engagement programs each month
• Leadership Training | We invest in and dedicate time to training some of the best leaders in the industry

WAGE RANGE (NON -EXEMPT): $70,000 - $76,000 Annually | Bonus Eligible Position!

REPORTS TO : VP of Supply Chain

POSITION SUMMARY: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Supply Chain Planner to support our contract manufacturing operations. This role is ideal for someone early in their career who is interested in learning end-to-end supply chain planning in a fast-paced production environment. You will help coordinate materials, production schedules, and customer demand to ensure on-time delivery for our manufacturing partners and clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in creating and maintaining production and material plans based on customer orders and forecasts
• Coordinate with manufacturing to track production schedules and order status
• Monitor inventory levels of raw materials and finished goods to prevent shortages or excess
• Coordinate with purchasing on order tracking
• Update planning data in ERP systems and maintain accurate records
• Identify potential supply or capacity issues and escalate as needed
• Collaborate with internal teams (sales, procurement, manufacturing, and logistics) to support customer commitments
• Generate basic reports on inventory, service levels, and order fulfillment

Essential Functions of the Job

• Inventory Management: Oversee inventory levels, aiming to maintain the right amount of stock to meet demand while minimizing excess inventory.
• Production Planning: Participate in planning merchandise production, ensuring that manufacturing activities align with demand forecasts and overall business goals.
• Budget Handling: Handle budget-related issues related to inventory management, requiring them to make informed decisions to optimize costs and resources.
• Market Anticipation: Routine stock inspections and the ability to anticipate market changes are part of their responsibilities to adapt to dynamic business environments.
• Reporting and Recommendations: Create inventory reports and present suggestions to supply chain managers or upper management, ensuring the business has actionable insights for decision-making.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience and Special Requirements

• Minimum 1 year in manufacturing supply chain environment and/ or Supply Chain College degree.

Work Habits

• Regular attendance and promptness are required for this position.
• Some work may be required outside of the normal work week.
• This job requires a high degree of teamwork.
• This job requires the ability to work independently and make sound decisions.

Cascade coffee is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We celebrate our differences because we believe diversity drives innovation and leads to sustainable success. We recruit, hire and promote our partners based on capability and performance, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.