Finite Scheduler and Material Planner

Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondel'z International?

This position is responsible for managing finite scheduling and SAP APO master data for the plant. The role determines how much product can be produced in a certain time period, taking limitations on different resources into consideration, and ensuring it is done as efficiently as possible. This person will be the liaison to corporate Product Supply and collaborate with all cross-functional teams to ensure the needs of the business are met. Additionally, this position is also responsible for creation of process orders, managing and executing orders for ingredient materials for the plant, and maintaining floor & system inventory accuracy to provide an uninterrupted supply of materials for the manufacturing process while preventing waste & following all policies and procedures of the company.

How you will contribute

You will:

1

Finite Scheduling

a)

Maintains all SAP APO master data to ensure constant stream of accurate information:

Blackout Calendar

Min Lot Size/Rouding Values

Production Versions

Master Recipes/BOMs

Run Rates

Loss Factors

Changeover Matrices

b)

Convert weekly SNP orders to PPDS planned orders as production plans roll into the finite window.

c)

Hold weekly scheduling meetings with Product Supply to determine necessary changes to the plant?s production schedule.

d)

Work cross-functionally to ensure all labor, material, and operational inputs can support the aligned schedule- hold internal scheduling meetings with all key team members.

e)

Sequence PPDS planned orders in the finite window to reflect production plans for deployment.

f)

Create and close process orders for each week?s production and adjust daily as necessary.

g)

Manage master compliance to schedule by ensuring Lag2 plans are equivilant to process orders in current week and no volume has been lost.

h)

Maintain daily CTS report and notify Product Supply as issues arise.

i)

Hold quarterly blackout calendar reviews with internal team members to capture all necessary downtimes.

2- M

aterial Management

a)

Work closely with Suppliers, Transportation, HQ Material Management, and Procurement group to ensure materials are not shorted for production via use of processes to confirm order receipts at the suppliers, and their acknowledgement of delivering on our required date and quantity.

b)

Ensure of a process and relationship with suppliers where they proactively and timely report any production or shipping/carrier issues, and enlist supplier, Trans or HQ help to preempt any threat of shortage.

c)

Execute Change Notifications, ordering the new materials & exiting the old as the Change Notifications direct.

d)

Coordinate with warehouse receiving as materials come in to ensure timely receipt of ingredients are physically in the system.

Monitor the receiving process for timely entry into SAP.

e)

Ensure timely and accurate submission of data to manufacturing applications (SAP) to update changes in orders and inventory of materials. Keep SAP accurate in real time.

f)

Responsible for bulk cargo delivery schedule updates to accommodate changes in the production schedule, perform status checks to validate the capacity of silos/tanks, and manage silo/tanks and storage space for receipt of materials.

This includes the yearly silo cleaning process.

3

Quality

a)

When obsolete and/or unusable materials are on site, manage the identification and coordination of the destruction or movement of materials. This includes coordinating bulk evacuation if necessary.

b)

Manage quality holds and the inventory shelf-life.

Execute vendor complaints & returns for credit for quality reject materials.

4

Inventory

a)

Coordinate & execute inventory Cycle Counts weekly with posting and root cause analysis the variances.

b)

Monitor and manage the capacity and yard management.

c)

Provide information and analysis on inventory of materials to support the decision-making process related to the management of inventory levels and risk/opportunity management.

Proposal actions to avoid using expired or obsolete materials &/or request for exception with Quality accordingly.

5)

Warehouse

a)

Involved in all materials warehouse projects/initiatives (cost savings, renovations, ramp-ups, flexibility projects, plant trials, etc) through cross-functional support and Lean Six Sigma methodology to provide continuous improvement in the processes and procedures for the facility.

b)

Assist with general warehouse supervision and management.

Especially in regard to daily audits and checks.

c)

Back-up for other staff positions within Warehouse team

What you will bring

A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career. You will bring experience and knowledge in:

Strong operational & supply chain experience in FMCG/CPG industry with experience in TPM-Total productive maintenance or 5s or LEAN or 6 sigma tools and concepts, Safety & GMP standards

Strong financial & business acumen, project management skills

Knowledge of Material & Production planning & inventory control, Warehouse, Material movement.

Excellent communication (verbal & written), coaching, and leadership skills in a team-based environment.

Supervision skill (preferred)

Demonstrated abilities in analytics, problem solving and team building

Strong relationship building & communication skills

Self-Motivation with ability to make decision with minimum supervision

Ability to work under pressure & maintain flexibility

Attention to detail

Action oriented

Vendor management

Knowledge of SAP APO and SAP ECC(proficient experience preferred)

What you need to know about this position:

Working Relationships:

Reports directly to the Supply Chain Manager/Materials Manager

Liaison to plant functional managers

Daily direct contact with Headquarters Materials Managers, Planners, and Procurement

Daily direct contact with Freight Carriers and Vendors

Daily direct contact with warehouse handler and plant operators

Job specific requirements:

Computer proficiency (MS Office to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Excellent Communication Skills (Verbal and Written)

Excellent Time Management Skills

Strength in the ability to multi-tasking, strong influencing skill, attention to detail, analytical skill, and ability to deal with ambiguity, and influence in a matrixed environment

Available to work flexible hours and days as needed to meet business demands

Possess a basic financial understanding to ensure results are delivered on time and in full

Education / Certifications:

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, Engineering, and Business

Or 3-5 years in relevant Work Experience in Material Planning, Demand Planning, Inventory Management, Material Handling, Purchasing, and/or Forecasting

Knowledge of SAP APO and SAP ECC usage (proficient experience preferred)

Work schedule:

M-F 1st Shift mostly - Flexibility required for this position.

Weekends/holidays

Salary and benefits:

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $73,900 to $101,650; the exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. The salary range may vary based on geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results. In addition, Mondel'z International Company offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees, including health insurance coverage, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education-related programs, paid holidays and vacation time, and many others. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.

No Relocation support available

Business Unit Summary

The United States is the largest market in the Mondel'z International family with a significant employee and manufacturing footprint. Here, we produce our well-loved household favorites to provide our consumers with the right snack, at the right moment, made the right way. We have corporate offices, sales, manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. to ensure our iconic brands including Oreo and

Chips Ahoy! cookies, Ritz, Wheat Thins and Triscuit crackers, and Swedish Fish and Sour Patch Kids confectionery products ?are close at hand for our consumers across the country.

Mondel'z Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact 847-943-5460 for assistance.

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Job Type

Regular

Manufacturing support

Manufacturing

At Mondel'z International, our purpose is to empower people to snack right through offering the right snack, for the right moment, made the right way. That means delivering a broader range of delicious, high-quality snacks that nourish life's moments, made with sustainable ingredients and packaging that consumers can feel good about.

We have a rich portfolio of strong brands ? both global and local. Including many household names such as Oreo, belVita and LU biscuits; Cadbury Dairy Milk, Milka and Toblerone chocolate; Sour Patch Kids candy and Trident gum. We are proud to hold the number 1 position globally in biscuits, chocolate and candy as well as the No. 2 position in gum

Our 80,000 Makers and Bakers are located in our operations in more than 80 countries and are working to sell our products in over 150 countries around the world. They are energized for growth and critical to us living our purpose and values. We are a diverse community that can make things happen, and happen fast.

Join us and Make It An Opportunity!

Mondelez Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact 847-943-5460 for assistance.