Supply Chain Planner/Buyer - Dallas

Job description

Danone North America is the largest Benefit Corporation in the world. Our mission is to bring health through food to as many people as possible.

Danone North America is looking for a Supply Chain Planner/Buyer - Dallas in Dallas, TX.

General Summary

Must be highly competent in displaying leadership abilities that help empower others to performance levels that contribute to the achievement of corporate, plant, and personal goals; a strong team player with an absolute commitment to safety and quality. They must have enthusiasm that energizes and motivates associates.

Job Purpose Summary

Responsible for the procurement and management of materials that support the production schedule, ensuring compliance with Kosher & Organic standards and all while developing and maintaining the purchasing budget.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

·  Daily Management of all raw materials and packaging for the plant including new items and depleting obsolete items
·  Issue purchase orders for all raw materials and packaging; work with Vendors to manage on time delivery and issues that occur
·  Manage min/max inventory level based on requirements, shelf life & storage constraints
·  Coordinate with Scheduling Team and Vendors any last minute inventory issues or line changes that could affect material flow and storage capacity
·  Ensure all material transactions in SAP are completed accurately and in a timely manner
·  Maintain Vendor list by adding/changing as needed
·  Assist in resolving invoice discrepancies with corporate A/P.
·  Work directly with corporate departments such as Procurement, Product Supply, Sales/Marketing, R&D, Creative Services, Engineering, and A/P.
·  Collaborate with Transportation and Logistics Team to transfer raw materials to other production facilities
·  Other duties as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

A. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Thorough understanding of regulatory laws

• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills

• Self Starter with high attention to detail

• Ability to work independently and make informed decisions

• Ability to work with individuals at all levels of the organization

• Ability to multitask and adjust plans as needed

B. Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent of education and experience preferred

• Five years related experience and/or training required

• Food processing experience is preferred

• SAP experience preferred

• Combination of education, experience or training that would provide the level of knowledge, skill and ability required is acceptable

Danone North America is a Certified B Corporation business unit of Danone and operates in the U.S. from headquarter offices in White Plains, NY and Broomfield, CO. For more information, please visit DanoneNorthAmerica.com .　

Danone North America is an equal employment and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, genetic characteristic or any other unlawful criterion.　

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