Supply Planning Lead

Job Summary The Supply Planning Lead will be responsible for leading and ensuring effective supply planning for finished goods, achieving targeted service levels while optimizing inventory and bad goods management, and maintaining close relationships with factory and co‑manufacturing locations to ensure supply plans optimize total delivered cost and effectively respond to market demands. This role will also manage the cost‑effective planning of supply, production, and co‑manufacturing requirements. The position may be remote or hybrid based on the selected candidate’s geographic location, with a strong preference for candidates within commutable distance of Bridgewater, New Jersey or Arlington, Virginia. Responsibilities Recommend decisions for balancing supply needs across all available sourcing locations (factory, co‑manufacturer). Set, review, and maintain safety stock policy by SKU to meet agreed customer service level objectives while minimizing working‑capital costs. Manage bad goods in the P&L by monitoring ageing stock risk, communicating with the commercial team to align on mitigation actions, and proposing preventive actions to reduce future occurrence. Continuously reassess current inventory management processes and lead the development of new planning methods and/or tools. Identify and analyze build‑stock needs and timing based on production availability and strategic decisions, and communicate to stakeholders. Communicate with cross‑functional teams about product availability and critical items, highlighting risks of shortages, back‑in‑stock projections, root‑cause analysis, and preventive actions. Present supply outlook (days on hand, service levels, projected working capital, factory performance) and strategic plans for the 18‑month rolling horizon and long‑term outlook to NHS leadership and stakeholders. Gather all necessary inputs from other operational functions that impact the supply outlook. Lead budget planning and target‑setting activities. Optimize, review, and propose meeting structures and contents to ensure alignment with manufacturing and other operational functions. Conduct weekly production reviews with manufacturing (factory, co‑manufacturer). Coordinate with the QA team for effective and timely product release, prioritizing products as necessary. Lead monthly production reviews with manufacturing. Coordinate communication and transition flows among supply planners affected by major sourcing changes and projects. Develop the network of supply planning by leading and presenting in functional meetings with other business units to share experiences and contribute to company‑wide best practices. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. 6-7+ years of experience in a Supply Chain Planning role required. Strong analytical aptitude, able to analyze, interpret data, solve problems, and develop solutions to complex challenges. Fluency in MS Office, including advanced Excel skills. Transformational mindset with the ability to navigate change management. Excellent communication (oral and written), organizational, and stakeholder management skills, including cross‑functional collaboration. Ability to work under tight deadlines with minimal supervision. Agile and team‑oriented. Experience with ERP systems such as JD Edwards and/or SAP highly preferred. Willingness to travel up to 10% based on team and business needs. Benefits & Compensation The approximate pay range for this position is $110,000 to $125,000. Please note that the pay range is a good faith estimate at posting time; final compensation may vary based on knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. Nestlé offers performance‑based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401(k) with company match, healthcare coverage, and a broad range of other benefits. Incentive and benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at Nestlé in the US Benefits | Nestlé Careers. EEO & Accommodations The Nestlé Companies are equal‑employment‑opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, applicants are encouraged to inform us confidentially if any special accommodations are needed to participate fully. Contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io or dial 711 and provide the number to the operator: View phone number on click.appcast.io. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. #J-18808-Ljbffr