Supply Chain Planning Manager (North America)

Supply Chain Planning Manager (North America) - ONLY LOCAL CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED Position Summary Responsible for end-to-end production and inventory planning across multiple manufacturing sites and warehouses in the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. This role ensures optimal product availability for seasonal and event-driven demand (e.g., graduation cycles) while balancing production capacity, inventory investment, and service levels. Key Responsibilities Production & Capacity Planning Develop and manage production plans across multiple facilities for diverse product lines (caps & gowns, yearbooks, diplomas, announcements, etc.) Align manufacturing schedules with forecasted demand and peak seasonal cycles Collaborate with plant managers to optimize capacity, labor, and throughput Inventory & Replenishment Strategy Oversee inventory planning across a multi-warehouse network Set and manage safety stock levels, reorder points, and SKU segmentation Balance service levels with inventory carrying costs and obsolescence risk Demand Alignment Partner with sales, marketing, and finance to drive demand planning inputs Lead or support monthly demand planning Translate forecasts into actionable production and distribution plans Cross-Border & Network Coordination Manage product flow across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada, considering lead times, customs, and transportation constraints Optimize warehouse stocking strategies based on regional demand Seasonal & Event-Based Planning Develop detailed plans for peak graduation seasons Mitigate risks related to demand spikes, production bottlenecks, and logistics delays Systems & Reporting Utilize ERP/MRP to manage planning activities Track KPIs such as fill rate, forecast accuracy, inventory turns, and on-time delivery Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field 5–10+ years in supply chain, production planning, or manufacturing operations Experience managing multi-site or multi-country planning Strong understanding of seasonal demand planning Advanced Microsoft Excel skills Bilingual (English/Spanish) often preferred due to Mexico operations #J-18808-Ljbffr Balfour & Co