Job Details

Summary

About Amys

At Amys Kitchen,we'remore than just a food companywe'rea family-owned, proudly independent organic, and vegetarian food company on a mission. As a Certified B Corporation, our purpose is clear: to make it simple and enjoyable for everyone to eat well.

We'recommitted to crafting authentic, mouthwatering dishes using only the finest organic ingredients sourced with care. From farm to table, we ensure top-notch quality in every bite, making healthy eating accessible and convenient for all. At Amys,we'renot just serving meals;we'reserving up a taste of goodness, one delicious dish at a time.

Perksare as delicious as our meals!

Comprehensive health plans with Medical, Eye & Dental coverage, including virtual physical therapy options. Lyra mental health support to nourish your well-being.401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, plus Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts to plan for the future.Referral Rewards and Scholarship Program to celebrate and invest in our teams. Tuition Reimbursement Program to fuel your educational pursuits. Family-forming benefits because we support every stage of life's journey. Paid Time Off for vacations and sick days, with 9 paid US Holidays annually to savor those special moments. Amy's product discount reimbursement to keep your pantry stocked, plus remote gym discounts to keep you moving and grooving! Join us and indulge in a career where the benefits are as fulfilling as our food!

California Compensation Range: $75,200 - $112,800

*This range is for California employees who live in the Bay area. Other locations may be subject to a lower range.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Senior Materials Planner plans, orders and administers direct and indirect material requirements to support the manufacturing build plan according to established procedures, practices and policies.The position requires one skilled in communicating effectively with other corporate groups and having the ability to effectively manage changes, including re-scheduling of purchase orders.

• Plan supply of assigned raw materials to ensure the plants are kept in supply for the short range and long range.
• Develop plans to effectively manage through material shortages, and coordinateactivitieswith sourcing, production scheduling, and R & D.

• Ensurethat thesettings inthe materials planning system are such that itis delivering materials on time to supply the plantandreduce materials inventories where appropriate
• Regularly review action messages in the planning system todetermineif there are any problems to be addressed.
• Maintain processes and procedures necessary to support the planning and scheduling activities related to manufacturing, which include coordination of purchasing, production control and inventory control per MRP
• Support new products process by ordering in new materials as needed
• Orders andReleasesdirect material according to MRP requirements.

• Create purchase orders, blanket purchase releases or transfer orders for planned materials.
• Schedule deliveries ofplannedmaterials with the warehouse
• Manage inventory volumes of all planned items to target levels
• Ensure Purchase Orders accuracy to include pricing,quantitiesand delivery dates
• Identifyaging and obsolete materials inventory and create plans to use up or dispose of.

• Power userof MRP system.
• Trains andmentorsmaterial planners.
• Backup for other planners in the department
• Other duties as assigned relevant to materials planning.

It is the responsibility of all employees to uphold the mission of the Amys Food Safety and Quality Policy.This includes following all Food Safety and Sustainability programs andparticipatingin all required training.

Qualifications and Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilityrequired. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• Bachelor's degree (B. A. or B. S.) from four-year College or University; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Some planning or APICS courses preferred.

Experience

• Four to sixyearsofexperience in Planning/Purchasingin a productionenvironmentpreferably in the food industry preferred.
• Materials Planning Systems experience 3-5 years.
• Technical levelexpertisein planning, negotiation and contracting for specification of controlled and commodity materials.
• Microsoft Excel intermediate to advanced level.

Language Skills

• Ability to read,analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations.
• Ability towritereports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Effective communicationshillswith all levels of the organization.
• Strong English skills (both written and verbal)required.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to analyze and solve basic math and algebraic problems.
• Capable of using the computer as a tool: spreadsheets, word processing and presentation skills.MRP experience preferred.

REASONING ABILITYand CREATIVITY

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to creatively solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructionsfurnishedin written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced team environment essential, with a high degree offlexibilityand tolerance to change.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

APICs or ISM certification a plus.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee willbe requiredto stand, walk, sit, reach with hands andarmsand talk or hear. The employee will occasionally lift and/or move 10 to 25 pounds. No specific vision abilities arerequiredfor this position.

Work Environment

While performing the essential functions of the job the employee may be exposed to work near moving mechanical parts.The noise level is moderate. (Example: business office with computers and printers,light traffic.)

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