Vendor Managed Inventory Planner

About the Role:

We have a current opening for a Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) Planner and are actively reviewing applications.

The Vendor Management Inventory (VMI) Planner is a part of the Ferrero Customer Logistics team within the Supply Chain organization. This is a key customer facing role, supporting the day-to-day VMI operations between FUSA and our VMI integrated customers. Additionally, the VMI Planner will work strategically with the VMI Manager to identify continuous improvement opportunities and develop best practices that translate to cost savings by reducing customer returns & refusals, out of region shipments, and increasing overall Supply Chain efficiency. This position requires exceptional data analytical skills as well as strong systems navigation competencies.

The VMI Planner will work cross-functionally to ensure product availability and timely deployment. This position is also responsible for meeting customer inventory and service level targets. The VMI Planner is responsible for forecasting customer weekly replenishment needs and efficient purchase order cadence, while maintaining targeted inventory levels and overall support of customer every-day, seasonal, and promotional portfolio requirements.

Main Responsibilities:

The VMI Planner is responsible for leading the execution of inventory replenishment and order execution. Key responsibilities include:

• Submit customer purchase orders as needed to maintain in-stock inventory levels and optimize Supply Chain fill rate & on time (OTIF) performance metrics.
• Work with cross functional teams to ensure seamless replenishment execution.
• Optimize cost savings via order/truckload/shipment saturation.
• Deliver on Customer and Ferrero key KPIs of fill-rate & on time (OTIF) in conjunction with claims, returns, and refusal reductions.

VMI Planner Accountabilities:

• Lead VMI order execution.
• Provide uninterrupted support of customer inventory levels and supply chain efficiencies.
• Identify and escalate system or process inefficiencies that negatively impact customer in-stock position or supply chain optimization.
• Identify system and/or process improvement opportunities to the VMI manager, cross-functional teams, and customer stakeholders.
• Work in a matrix capacity within supply chain, sales, and transportation teams to prioritize orders and ensure complete fulfillment for seasonal and everyday order volume.
• Maintain accurate replenishment forecasts by analyzing sales data, monitoring inventory positions and customer (OTIF) performance levels
• Generate Supply Chain cost savings through order saturation (mix and volume) and truckload optimization.

About You:

· Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, or Business Administration

· 3-4 Years Supply Chain / Customer Logistics / VMI (preferred)

· 3-4 Years of SAP/CRM

Competencies

· Problem Solving

· Systems Navigation

· Business Acumen

· Drive for Results

· Matrix Communication skills

· Dealing With Ambiguity

· Process Management skills

· Prioritization skills

Skills

· VMI & EDI Preferred

· Strong SAP / CRM Systems navigation experience

· Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables)

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

As part of our recruitment process, Ferrero may use artificial intelligence (AI) enabled tools to assist with reviewing candidate applications. These tools are used solely to support recruiters by summarizing application information and identifying potential alignment with job requirements. AI does not independently screen out or select candidates, and it does not replace human judgment. Final decisions regarding candidate progression are always made by Ferrero recruiters and hiring managers.

What We Offer:

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The base compensation range for this position is $75,305 - $100,406. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This range represents the anticipated salary for this position at this time.

In addition to base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other benefits.

About Ferrero:

Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com.

DE&I at Ferrero:

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.

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Ferrero is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable human rights laws. Ferrero will recruit, hire, train, and promote all persons without regard to race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, or history of disability (except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is not able to perform the essential functions of the position even with reasonable accommodations), citizenship, or any other protected characteristic.

Ferrero will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise the People & Organization (HR) Representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.