Are you ready to take ownership of a dynamic, hands-on supply chain function and lead a high-performing team in a growing organization? This is an opportunity for a skilled Supply Chain Planning Manager who enjoys solving complex challenges, collaborating cross-functionally, and driving results in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
In this role, you’ll oversee daily planning and replenishment across multiple product lines — ensuring production, purchasing, and inventory strategies are tightly aligned with customer needs. You’ll manage and mentor a small team of planners, build strong relationships with internal partners and co-packers, and play a critical part in keeping the supply chain running efficiently and profitably.
What You’ll Do
Manage end-to-end supply chain planning for multiple business segments, maintaining optimal inventory levels and consistent service performance.
Oversee daily production schedules, purchase orders, and ERP accuracy to meet customer and company goals.
Analyze forecast vs. actual demand, identify outliers, and adjust plans in collaboration with sales and logistics.
Track inventory health, address potential shortages or excess stock, and drive proactive solutions.
Lead supplier and co-packer communications, troubleshoot issues, and ensure smooth execution from production through delivery.
Mentor and develop a small team of planners, encouraging accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Implement best practices in planning, forecasting, and data management to enhance supply reliability and efficiency.
Report key performance metrics — including service levels, inventory turns, and forecast accuracy — to senior leadership.
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related discipline.
5+ years of hands-on supply chain or production planning experience in a manufacturing
3+ years leading planners or small supply chain teams.
Solid understanding of ERP systems, inventory management, and data-driven decision-making.
Experience coordinating with co-packers, understanding production line capacity, and managing scheduling efficiency.
Food or CPG background helpful, but not required — manufacturing experience and a drive for operational excellence are key.
Why You’ll Love It Here
Join a collaborative team culture that values initiative, transparency, and results.
Work in a company experiencing strong, sustained growth — where your contributions directly impact success.
Opportunity to shape planning strategy, improve systems, and develop your leadership skills.
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
A supportive environment that encourages continuous learning and long-term career growth.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
