Raw Material Planner

As a Raw Material Planner you will execute material planning activities for raw materials in order to assure that finished product can be manufactured without interruption and supplied on time to our customers. Ensure material availability upon production. Minimize write-offs and optimize inventory levels. Cooperate with other departments to optimize settings and process. You will report to Raw Material Planning Team Lead Based on Cincinnati, Ohio Salary range for this position based on candidate experience 65,000 -101,000 per year. Responsabilities Planning/Schedule that is 100% executable and in line with productivity targets to meet production plan Inventory levels meet company targets Supply Chain Write-off levels meet budget Service to customers meet all set targets Review and analyze procurement requirements in MRP (Material Requirements Planning) to ensure on time customer response times, raw material availability and minimal waste. Release purchase requisitions for raw materials in accordance with MOQ (minimum order quantities) and lead time to allow for on-time completion of manufacturing requirements. This includes meeting the SLAs established with GBS. Review and analyze slow moving and obsolete inventory. Develop a deep understanding of the replenishment systems and processes. Build constructive and effective relationships with key stakeholders and teams such as Finished Goods Planning, Quality, Receiving, Logistics, GBS Operational Buying, GBS Replenishment Planning, GBS Spot Buying and GBS Supply Planning. Resolve or escalate supply issues, working with internal stakeholders as required. Share best practice and ideas with the team; involve cross-functional teams as needed to achieve the most efficient ways of working. Support cost reduction projects and improvement initiatives. Follow Givaudan procedures, guidelines and best-practice on relevant areas including Safety; address and implement where missing. Support development of training programs, manuals and methods of implementation to assure stable and best practice execution of planning. Primary Qualifications Education Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business Administration or equivalent Experience 2-4 years experience in supply planning, supply chain, production planning Strong knowledge of Planning, Inventory Management and Supply Chain best practice APICS is a plus Experience in the flavour, ingredient or fragrance industry is a plus 6 sigma / lean Yellow or Green Belt preferred Benefits Annual bonus. Comprehensive medical, dental, vision plans and a high matching 401k. Career Development Opportunities with access to many virtual learning sessions. International working environment. Quality of Life program. #J-18808-Ljbffr Givaudan Fragrances