Maple Leaf Foods is hiring a
Raw Material Planning Specialist

The Opportunity:

- Raw Material Planning Specialist is responsible for managing raw materials to ensure optimal formulation costs through least cost formulations, raw material inventory management, and scheduling efficiency. Scope of position is all LCF system execution and maintenance, and all raw material inventory management. - Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by May 06. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Manages raw material inventories both fresh and frozen
• Produces daily formulations from LCF format system
• Runs weekly production for raw materials based on production plans
• Communicated closed with meat procurement to ensure plant requirements are met either by increasing or decreasing raw material orders
• Produces STO orders from storage warehouse for raw materials
• Communicates substitutions to production when called for raw material is not available and or re-formulates
• Investigates raw material non-compliance issues
• Sets up pre-blending raw material requirements for the next days production
• May require working on an off shift and on weekends based on business requirements
• Maximizing least cost material usage in formulation and pre-blends
• Plan fill rate and conformance targets with regards to raw material supply to satisfy production demands and schedules
• Produces process orders for production within SAP
• Execute detailed scheduling functions with ECP
• Develop and manage inventory control processes and drive continuous improvement
• Single point of contact for ASRS inventory management
• Running least cost formulations to targeted cost savings
• Measurable reduction in tankage of raw materials
• Send out daily schedules for analysis as well as end of day results
• Support Scheduling team with KPI’s reporting as needed
• Shall demonstrate full commitment to the implementation of the requirements of the Global Standard for Food Safety and to processes which facilitate continual improvement of food safety and quality management

What You’ll Bring:

• Post-secondary education in Supply Chain, Operations or Business Management and have knowledge of food processing and distribution
• Between 2-5+ years experience in production control, planning, inventory control and/or materials in a fast paced manufacturing environment
• Excellent working knowledge of data analysis, forecasting methods, supply chain principles
• Proficient in Supply Chain concepts
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills with the ability to influence and impact others at various levels within the organization to achieve results
• Working knowledge of SAP and/or production planning software
• Ability to use complex optimizing tools to reduce production costs including changeovers and downtime
• An analytical mind with strong problem solving skills
• Lean/Six Sigma or equivalent experience
• Excellent organizational and planning skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
• Reliable, trustworthy, self-motivated
• Volume & Complexity of Work - A fast paced work environment with multiple, tight and changing priorities
• Travel Requirements – Minimal
• Physical Requirements- Low
• Ability to work off shifts inclusive of on call support, evenings and weekends

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.