Description

Kenvue is currently recruiting for:

Senior Supply Chain Planner

This position reports to the Supply Planning Manager and is located in Skillman, NJ.

Who we are

At Kenvue , we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we're the house of iconic brands - including Neutrogena, Aveeno, Tylenol, Listerine, Johnson's and BAND-AID® Brand Adhesive Bandages that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent. Our global team is made up of ~ 22,000 diverse and brilliant people, passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact the life of millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage - and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future-and yours. For more information, click here .

Role reports to: Supply Planning Manager

Location: Skillman, NJ (Kenvue's corporate headquarters is currently located in Skillman NJ, but is scheduled to move to Summit, NJ in or around early 2025.)

Travel %: 10%

Pay: $73,000 - $117,300

What you will do

In this role, you will ensure product continuity of supply for all materials that fall under your assigned portfolio of products. This portfolio can include the following types of materials: finished goods, work in process (WIP), raw materials, and packaging components. You will collaborate and partner with the manufacturing sites to ensure supply plans can be successful fulfilled by monitoring capacity, component availability and actively mitigating and resolving any product supply and/or customer service challenges. Manage inventory levels and the deployment of finished goods according to customer demands and company objectives. The planner is responsible for advising management and appropriate internal teams of the current and future status of product supply for existing products as well as for future launches. In addition, the planner is expected to escalate any issues that will impact the organization's ability to meet customer needs and/or fulfill targeted supply plans. Completing special projects utilizing Six Sigma/Process Excellence either as a team participant or leader. Implement supply chain improvements in compliance with Company policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities :

• Operate as Lead Planner for key strategic sites leading all supply planning related discussions.
• Scheduling / Plant Production -Develop capacity-feasible supply plans and provide to the manufacturing sites on a prescribed schedule. Collaborate with assigned sites to develop short-term production schedules by taking into consideration site constraints, customer service and inventory targets. Execute planning scenarios in support of meeting customer service and/or inventory targets with a focus on minimizing E&O inventory, as appropriate.
• Capacity - Handle long term planning for strategic suppliers and participate in supplier capacity reviews.
• Inventory & Service - Deploy inventory planning strategies to maintain and improve service levels and optimize inventory investment. Actively participate in annual Entitlement activities to set inventory goals. Actively resolve SLOB disposition.
• New Products & Product Changes - Actively participate in cross-functional team to ensure planning milestones are completed on time and to achieve an appropriate balance between base business and project requirements to ensure customer service and inventory targets are met. Ensure that supply plans are developed (and communicated to the appropriate site) which are achievable, aligned to the project timeline and deliverables and support meeting launch inventory targets, and are inclusive of any promotional activities. Support Master Data setup in SAP/APO.

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree is required, a focus in Supply Chain Management, Engineering or Logistics is preferred.
• A minimum of four (4) years of professional business experience is required, preferably in one or more of the following areas: Production Planning, Logistics, Purchasing, Distribution, Manufacturing, and/or Transportation.
• Microsoft Office - Intermediate to advance skill level is required. Proficiency to utilize Excel charts, pivot tables, VLOOKUP features without coaching/guidance.
• Handle multiple priorities and work independently while demonstrating initiative and strong analytical savvy.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, decision making, and communication skills.

• Experience in inventory management, SAP APO, or SAP ECC
• Experience with Six Sigma / LEAN / Process Excellence tools and/or certifications
• Project management experience and/or certification
• APICS certification
• An advanced degree is preferred.

What's in it for you

• Competitive Total Rewards Package*
• Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More!
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Employee Resource Groups

*Note: Total Rewards at Kenvue include salary, bonus (if applicable) and benefits. Your Talent Access Partner will be able to share more about our total rewards offerings and the specific salary range for the relevant location(s) during the recruitment & hiring process.

Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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