Responsibilities & Major Duties Strategic S&OP Leadership: Lead the Sales & Operations Planning process to align production, inventory, and sales objectives. Act as the central point for monthly planning cycles, ensuring cross-functional alignment with sales, procurement, and logistics teams Manage and develop the planning team, ensuring clear responsibilities, effective communication, and the achievement of departmental KPIs. Production Planning & Integration: Collaborate with fillers to coordinate schedules and develop robust production plans aligned with sales demand Ensure efficient integration of bulk and component deliveries with production schedules while adapting plans to handle fluctuations or unforeseen changes Supplier & Inventory Coordination: Partner with procurement teams and suppliers to guarantee on-time raw material and packaging deliveries Monitor inventory levels, address quality issues, and mitigate shortages through proactive planning and supplier communication Quality & Efficiency Management: Work closely with quality control to uphold high production standards Analyze production capacity and implement measures to reduce waste and improve filler efficiency Risk Mitigation & Contingency Planning: Identify and prioritize risks, especially for high-demand products, and establish contingency measures such as safety stock or backup suppliers Develop and implement strategies to mitigate potential challenges, including holiday production adjustments and supply chain disruptions Performance Monitoring & Reporting: Oversee and refine reporting processes for production efficiency, inventory metrics, and S&OP performance Provide insights and updates to senior leadership to inform strategic decisions J-18808-Ljbffr