Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) Planner
About the Role:
We have a current opening for a Vendor Managed Inventory Planner and are actively reviewing applications.
VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory) is an inventory management system that allows Ferrero to actively monitor and maintain in-stock inventory levels of our key customers. The VMI Planner will manage order frequency and volume, mitigate out of stock risk, while optimizing supply chain efficiencies.
This role reports to the VMI Manager, whom, in conjunction with the Customer Logistics Director, support the strategic implementation of VMI across key Customers. The VMI Planner is responsible for setting replenishment forecasting and has the authority to place customer purchase orders as needed.
Artificial Intelligence Disclosure
As part of our recruitment process, Ferrero may use artificial intelligence (AI) enabled tools to assist with reviewing candidate applications. These tools are used solely to support recruiters by summarizing application information and identifying potential alignment with job requirements. AI does not independently screen out or select candidates, and it does not replace human judgment. Final decisions regarding candidate progression are always made by Ferrero recruiters and hiring managers.
Main Responsibilities:
• Lead VMI order execution.
• Provide uninterrupted support of customer inventory levels and supply chain efficiencies.
• Identify and escalate system or process inefficiencies that negatively impact customer in-stock position or supply chain optimization.
• Identify system and/or process improvement opportunities to the VMI manager, cross-functional teams, and customer stakeholders.
• Work in a matrix capacity within supply chain, sales, and transportation teams to prioritize orders and ensure complete fulfillment for seasonal and everyday order volume.
• Maintain accurate replenishment forecasts by analyzing sales data, monitoring inventory positions and customer (OTIF) performance levels
• Generate Supply Chain cost savings through order saturation (mix and volume) and truckload optimization.
This role requires frequent interaction with:
• All Supply Chain Operations:
o Customer Logistics
o Supply Demand
o Supply Deployment
o Transportation
o DCs & Plants
• Customer Buyer
• Sales/Sales Ops/CPFR (Replenishment team)
About You:
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, or Business Administration
- 3-4 Years Supply Chain / Customer Logistics / VMI (preferred)
- 3-4 Years of SAP/CRM
- VMI & EDI Preferred
- Strong SAP / CRM Systems navigation experience
- Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables)
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The base salary range for this position is $74,000 - $99,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This range represents the anticipated salary for this position at this time.
In addition to base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other benefits.
About Ferrero:
Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com.
DE&I at Ferrero:
Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.
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