Manager - Production and Inventory Planning

Kdc/One - Mahwah, NJ

Full-time - Mid Level

Mahwah, NJ

1,001-5,000 employees

Chemical Manufacturing

About the position

KDC/One Acupac is seeking a dynamic and experienced Manager, Production and Inventory Planning to oversee and manage all aspects of our production and inventory operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for materials and production planning, inventory control, procurement, maintaining Bill of Materials (BOM) standards and routers, costing, and demand forecasting. This role requires strong analytical skills and the ability to supervise a team, including a Production Scheduler/Buyer and an Inventory Analyst. In this role, you will develop and implement materials and production plans to ensure timely and efficient manufacturing processes. You will coordinate with various departments to align production schedules with demand forecasts and inventory levels. Additionally, you will oversee inventory management strategies to optimize stock levels, reduce excess inventory, and minimize stockouts. Implementing best practices for inventory accuracy and control, including regular audits and cycle counts, will be a key responsibility. You will manage the procurement process, including supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management, ensuring timely and cost-effective purchasing of materials and services required for production. Maintaining accurate Bill of Materials (BOM) and production routers is essential, as is overseeing product costing activities, preparing quotes, and analyzing cost data to identify cost-saving opportunities. You will lead initiatives to enhance the functionality and efficiency of the ERP (QAD) system, collaborating with IT and other departments to implement system improvements and troubleshoot issues. Furthermore, you will develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts to support production planning and inventory management, utilizing forecasting tools and techniques to predict future demand trends. Your strong analytical skills will be crucial in evaluating performance, identifying issues, and implementing corrective actions. You will generate reports and provide insights to support decision-making processes while supervising and providing guidance to the Production Scheduler/Buyer and Inventory Analyst, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement materials and production plans to ensure timely and efficient manufacturing processes.
• Coordinate with various departments to align production schedules with demand forecasts and inventory levels.
• Oversee inventory management strategies to optimize stock levels, reduce excess inventory, and minimize stockouts.
• Implement best practices for inventory accuracy and control, including regular audits and cycle counts.
• Manage the procurement process, including supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management.
• Ensure timely and cost-effective purchasing of materials and services required for production.
• Ensure accurate maintenance of Bill of Materials (BOM) and production routers.
• Update and review BOMs and routers regularly to reflect changes in production processes or materials.
• Oversee product costing activities, including preparing quotes and re-pricing as needed.
• Analyze cost data to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve profitability.
• Lead initiatives to enhance the functionality and efficiency of the ERP (QAD) system.
• Collaborate with IT and other departments to implement system improvements and troubleshoot issues.
• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts to support production planning and inventory management.
• Utilize forecasting tools and techniques to predict future demand trends and adjust plans accordingly.
• Apply strong analytical skills to evaluate performance, identify issues, and implement corrective actions.
• Generate reports and provide insights to support decision-making processes.
• Supervise and provide guidance to the Production Scheduler/Buyer and Inventory Analyst.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance work environment, encouraging professional growth and development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in production planning, inventory management, or a related field.
• Proficiency in ERP systems, particularly QAD.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively and influence cross-functional teams.
• Certification in management (e.g., APICS, CSCP, CPIM) is a plus.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in the cosmetics or personal care industry.
• Familiarity with advanced forecasting tools and techniques.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.

Benefits

• Competitive Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and Life Insurance and More!
• Flexible Time Off with 10 Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, and Sick/Personal Time
• Annual Incentive Bonus
• Access to Company Perks
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Access to Mental Health & Wellness Programs