Raw Material Planner

About the role: 

Barry Callebaut is a global organization poised for growth; a company which has embraced the vision to delight its customers, while out-performing its competitors, a business which is committed to sustainability, has innovation in its DNA, is a leader in complex manufacturing and supply chain solutions and is focused on being a best-in-class employer. Barry Callebaut seeks diverse and passionate people who thrive in a dynamic environment, focused on continuous learning, living BC’s Values and of course loving chocolate.

The Raw materials Planner is responsible for planning raw materials supply for all the sites in NA, considering forecast, inventory and lead times from vendors, so the factories can execute production plans.

This position is also responsible for PO creation and follow up with the vendors, as well as keeping informed the factory scheduling team.

Key responsibilities include: 

• Create the needed reports to evaluate raw mats forecast, to actual consumption and inventory position
• Evaluate requirements by site and plan raw mats supply accordingly
• Review the supply plan with each site on a regular basis to get alignment between plan and execution
• Create purchase orders and keep follow up with the vendor
• Provide raw mats supply solutions when needed by coordinating site to site transfers
• The Raw materials Planner provide support to the factories on slow moving/ obsolete raw mats action plans
• The raw materials planner provide support to the factories on raw mats block stock

About you:

• 3 years of experience in similar position
• SAP and BW experience preferred
• Strong background in planning and planning systems
• Strong data analytical skills and great attention to details
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Understanding of the production planning process and sourcing
• Solution oriented

What you can expect from Barry Callebaut:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Environment that welcomes workplace flexibility
• An atmosphere where diversity is embraced, and inclusivity is second nature. We call it #OneBC! Just ask our champions with the Americas Women’s Forum and the Racial Equality Forum!
• Ability to grow personally and professionally within an organization that values development and internal career growth
• Be part of our mission in making sustainability the norm through Forever Chocolate with priorities centered around prospering farmers, zero child labor, carbon and forest positive, and creating 100% sustainable ingredients in all of our products.