At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.

　　Consider applying here, if you want to:

　　Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.

　　Develop lasting relationships with great people.

　　Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.

　　We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.

　　Supply Chain Planning Analyst II, Beverage RM

　　The Supply Chain Planning Analyst 2, Beverage Raw Materials is a key member of the Supply Chain Planning organization supporting beverage manufacturing. The analyst is responsible for ensuring that the raw materials supply chain is continuously maintained, reducing spend and improving service. They are also responsible for driving efficiency and optimization in the raw material planning processes by analyzing and enhancing existing procedures, implementing best practices, and spearheading automation and cost optimization initiatives. These responsibilities go beyond traditional supply chain management to improve overall supply chain performance.

　　Essential Functions

　　Analyze network inventory and demand for components to drive and execute purchasing decisions over a 90 day horizon.

　　Partner with IT teams in implementing projects and setting up the EDI for suppliers for automating the PO communications.

　　Create business process automation tools to streamline time-consuming repetitive tasks, such as data entry, report generation, and workflow management by leveraging technologies such as PowerAutomate and python

　　Collaborate with planning leadership to facilitate brainstorming sessions to identify new metrics that can provide greater transparency into team's performance.

　　Support Change management efforts by creating SOPs, conducting user training sessions, track and periodically report success metrics for improvement initiatives.

　　Perform root cause analysis to understand the reasons behind supply chain inefficiencies such as scrap, excess inventory, supply failures and propose data-driven cost solutions.

　　Development of supplier inventory plans and inventory policies that ensure supply continuity, minimize mutual total cost, and mitigate risk

　　Build supplier relations through frequent interactions with supplier base, incorporating supplier feedback into processes as warranted. Act as liaison between internal teams and vendor teams

　　Work with Sales, Forecasting and Master Planning to align on new item introductions, forecast opportunities, production updates, and other areas

　　Work with suppliers to establish VMI process and practices inclusive of IT infrastructure to support

　　Minimize corporate driven scrap and manage network coordination of raw material utilization through MRP team

　　Develop annual supplier-specific sourcing plan, including alignment on supplier inventory build plan

　　Ensure that all follow-ups are completed in a timely manner and that all communications are addressed within one business day

　　Develop processes for data management and data continuity across teams. Ensure that all data is maintained and reported in a timely manner to ensure supply continuity

　　Assess new purchasing and MRP platforms, methods, and technologies

　　Track and develop metrics to assess adherence to goals for purchasing team

　　Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.

　　Qualifications

　　Minimum Qualifications:

　　2 Years – Experience in Purchasing, MRP, Procurement, Planning or similar function

　　2 Years – Experience in Position

　　0 Years – Experience managing people/projects

　　*experience may include a combination of work experience and education

　　Travels approximately 10%

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　4 Years – Experience in Purchasing, MRP, Procurement, Planning, or similar function

　　4 Years – Experience in Position

　　0 Years – Experience managing people/projects

　　*experience may include a combination of work experience and education

　　Competencies

　　Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, with strong grasp of Microsoft Excel

　　Strong attention to detail and organization

　　Track record of leadership

　　Data-driven approach to problem solving

　　Excellent verbal and written communication

　　Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders

　　Knowing when face to face vs. phone vs. email vs. text communication is appropriate

　　Ability to tailor message to audience

　　This position also embodies the values of Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:

　　Lead Like an Owner

　　Makes safety the number one priority

　　Keeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediately

　　Effectively prioritizes tasks based on department goals

　　Shows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directly

　　Prioritizes resolution of customer issues effectively

　　Responds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customers

　　InnovACT

　　Makes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or products

　　Demonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstances

　　Increases performance through greater efficiency

　　Find a Way

　　Seeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other experts

　　Understands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actions

　　Seeks solutions rather than placing blame

　　Empowered to be Great

　　Consistently looks for ways to improve one’s self through growth and development opportunities

　　Communicates clearly and promptly up, down, and across

　　Communicates effectively to manage expectations

　　Education

　　Minimum Required:

　　Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Economics, Finance or Manufacturing

　　Preferred:

　　Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Economics, Finance or Manufacturing

　　Certification/License:

　　Required: N/A

　　Preferred: Excel, database development, Six Sigma

　　Foreign Language

　　Required: None Required

　　Preferred: Elementary Proficiency in Spanish

　　Typical Compensation Range

　　Pay Rate Type: Salary

　　$77,796.00 - $112,805.00 / Yearly

　　Benefits

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　　Niagara Bottling, LLC has been family owned and operated since 1963. Niagara is a leading bottled water manufacturer in the U.S., supplying major retailers across the nation. With incredible growth over the past several years, the career possibilities at Niagara are endless!

　　Niagara’s culture is fast-paced, innovative and intensely collaborative. Our Team Members are passionate, driven and always find a way to get the job done. We work hard and play hard while staying true to our family atmosphere.

　　From competitive benefits and retirement options to educational reimbursements, ongoing training courses and exciting career advancement opportunities, at Niagara we truly take care of our Team Members.

　　We hope that you consider joining our Niagara family!

　　Niagara Bottling LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in relation to our recruiting, hiring, and promoting practices.