Co-Pack Planner in Toronto

Reporting to the Co-Pack Planning Manager, the Co-Pack Planner will be responsible for the planning and execution of all co-pack SKUs within Lindt Canada's portfolio. This role develops supply and production plans that align with customer demand while optimizing inventory levels, material availability, manufacturing capacity, and service performance.

The Co-Pack Planner leverages SAP IBP for long-term supply planning and SAP PPDS (Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling) to create and manage detailed production schedules across Lindt Canada's third-party manufacturing network.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain co-pack supply plans in SAP IBP based on demand forecasts, capacity constraints, and inventory targets.
• Create and optimize detailed production schedules in SAP PPDS to maximize capacity utilization and customer service levels.
• Convert supply plans into production orders and release them to co-pack partners based on inventory requirements and material availability.
• Monitor production schedules and adjust plans to address changing demand, material shortages, and capacity constraints.
• Partner closely with Demand Planning, Sales Strategy, Customer Service, Procurement, and Supply Chain teams to align supply plans with customer requirements and service objectives.
• Lead weekly co-pack planning meetings to review production schedules, establish priorities, resolve constraints, and mitigate supply risks.
• Analyze and communicate insights related to inventory, capacity utilization, production performance, shortages, and excess stock.
• Support new product launches, product transitions, and promotional initiatives through collaboration with Packaging Development, Master Data, and cross-functional teams.
• Maintain accurate planning parameters and master data within SAP S/4HANA and related planning systems.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance planning processes, scheduling efficiency, and system effectiveness.
• Own co-pack planning KPIs and lead corrective actions to improve service levels, inventory health, schedule adherence, and capacity utilization.
• Serve as the primary backup for the Material Planner as required.

Requirements:

• Post-secondary education in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in supply planning, production planning, scheduling, or a manufacturing environment.
• Experience developing production schedules, managing capacity constraints, and balancing inventory targets using SAP PPDS or comparable ERP planning and scheduling systems.
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA and SAP IBP preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Results-oriented with a focus on customer service, inventory optimization, and continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate and influence across cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Rewards Package:

The standard hiring range for this role is $67,000-$84,000 CAD per annum with a 10% performance-based bonus. The final agreement upon salary may vary based on market location and factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experience.

We offer a competitive rewards package for our employees as well as a growth-oriented work environment. This includes not only the opportunity to sample our premium chocolate products but the following:

• Health and Dental Plan
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Corporate Gym Discount Rates
• Wellness Program
• Chocolate!

Lindt is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request. Please contact our Human Resources department for more information.

This position will involve the use of AI tools to help screen, assess, or select applicants.

Join our winning culture and become part of our team of passionate and dynamic individuals in our journey to become the leader in the Canadian chocolate market. Our environment characterizes personal commitment, drive, initiative and entrepreneurial spirit, working together as one team to reach outstanding results. We encourage, recognize and reward innovation, personal initiative, leadership and accountability throughout the organization.