ASSOCIATE MANAGER - CONTRACT MFG SC PLANNING

Auto req ID: 279875BR Job Description This position is responsible for driving the Supply Scheduling process at all seven co-manufacturing locations for the rapidly growing “Value Added Protein” portfolio. The position will interface closely with MRP Planners, Deployers, and external co-man partners; as well as the CMM team and other Supply Chain organization functions. This role is based out of Benicia, CA location and currently follows a hybrid office/WFH schedule. Key Objectives Include: Publish and maintain finished goods production schedule that maximize Fill Rate KPI at the lowest total system cost. Foster a strong relationship with 3rd party manufactures. Serve as the primary voice of Supply Planning during the weekly production calls. Develop, maintain, and improve processes around extracting maximum efficiency and insight from existing Planning (SAP) and Reporting (Tableau) tools. Perform ad hoc analysis to optimize decision making process in order to meet demands of multiple stakeholders. Maintain a strong working partnership with MRP Planners to enable long-term material supply assurance and mitigate near-term risks to production. Collaborate with Integration, R&D, and Sales Strategy functions on Innovation projects to support successful launch and minimize risk of waste. Interface with Inventory Optimization and TCP analysts to ensure optimal inventory targets drive the supply planning process. Serve as a process owner of inventory management from the point of production through distribution to end DC’s. Qualifications/Requirements Bachelor’s degree or higher. 5 years Supply Chain, Operations, Logistics, Business, or related field. Results oriented with strong execution and communication skills. Advanced Planning and Scheduling system knowledge. SAP is a plus. Intermediate-advanced Excel skillset and strong strategic, analytical mindset. Ability to function effectively in a cross-functional setting. APICS CPIM, CSCP, or other professional certifications is a plus. This role may require some travel (<5%) Covid-19 vaccination may be a condition of employment dependent on role and location. For specific information, please discuss role requirements with the recruiter Relocation Eligible: Eligible for Standard Relocation Job Type: Regular All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901 - 4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy Please view our Pay Transparency Statement