S&OP Planner

Graham Packaging Company is seeking an S&OP Planner in Neffsville, PA, responsible for analytical support in supply chain processes. Key duties include compiling production plans, managing inventory levels, and collaborating with various teams to meet business goals. The role requires strong communication and analytical skills, with up to 10% travel expected. Graham emphasizes a culture of cooperation, innovation, and accountability among its employees.
Company Statement
Graham Packaging is a people, planet and values-based company and a leader in sustainable packaging manufacturing. From the kitchen to the laundry room, Graham Packaging is part of your everyday life. For employees at Graham, our Blue Culture is part of their everyday lives, too. In other words, Blue is how we do things here. At Graham, we are united by a clear vision. We know our part and help those around us know theirs, encouraging one another to continuously improve. We create a safe, challenging environment to innovate by supporting creative ideas and new ways of thinking. We take the initiative to cultivate our individual growth and help others do the same, while keeping ourselves and one another accountable. And we actively promote cooperation, collaboration, integrity and respect across regions and teams to foster an engaged, diverse and connected workforce. We value our employees, and a Blue Culture allows for the most rewarding employee experience as part of the Graham family. Blue is how we feel about what we do—together—to create a better tomorrow. Working at Graham means you lead constructively with clear goals, use diverse thinking to drive excellence, accountability, innovation, as well as demonstrating collaboration, embracing learning, and taking action for continuous improvement and growth.
Overview

The S&OP Planner will perform analytical activities in support of supply chain processes. This position will be responsible for aligning the tactical and strategic planning horizons. The candidate will work closely with several areas of the organization - Operations Plant and Corporate / Supply Chain Management /Technical / Commercial Sales and Sales Service - to ensure plans meet business goals and customer requirements.

Responsibilities

The primary duties of a S&OP Planner include:
• Compile monthly S&OP production plan
• Determine plant/product inventory levels by SKU using statistical analysis and drive the need for inventory build/reduction and based on these levels determine dunnage required to execute plan and manage dunnage allocation between plants on an ongoing basis.
• Identify production variances to both budget and prior forecast.
• Work with demand planning and financial teams to determine if proper upside and necessary inventory builds are included.
• Upload and validate production and demand files each month
• Review monthly plans with finance and plant personnel to provide insight and explanation of plan.
• Review monthly plans with regional planners to insure appropriate inventory levels are targeted and optimal run cycles are planned at the day to day level.
• Track performance to plan throughout the month to monitor adherence to original production plan and changeover performance (increase/decrease) versus budget/forecast.
• Participate in scoping meetings to provide supply chain insight on available capacity for upcoming projects/potential wins.
• Lead monthly S&OP meeting and be point person on projects, PSI and capacity constraints.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Up to 10% travel may be required

Qualifications

Core Proficiencies and Skills

S&OP Planners are required to interact with other managers, employees, vendors, and customers. Therefore, the following skills and proficiencies are also essential requirements of the position:
• Ability to maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance.
• Computer usage and typing skills are essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, including the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
• Communicates effectively: conveys facts and information clearly both verbally and orally.
• Collaborates well with others: proactively contributes to group objectives; volunteers to help others.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
• BS/BA Degree is required (Supply Chain/Operations or Business Management is preferred).
• Minimum of 1 – 3 years’ experience in any of the following: Production/Supply/Inventory/Material planning
• Previous experience in SAP (PP, MM, APO, SNP or PPDS ) or related ERP system is preferred.
• Previous experience with a Planning Software is a plus (SAP APO or Adexa).
• Must be highly proficient with Microsoft Office tools, such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
• APICS certification preferred

Compensation Statement
The expected salary range for the position described in this posting is made in accordance with the legal mandates of certain jurisdictions within the United States. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on individual qualifications and experience.
Benefits Statement
Benefits include medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in the company’s 401K Employee Saving Plan and may participate in its Employee Wellness Program. Employees will also receive paid time off in accordance with company policy and state law requirements.
EEO Disclaimer
Graham Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.