Supply Chain Planner Job at Flanagan Foodservice

Flanagan Foodservice Kitchener, ON

We are the premier foodservice distributor in Ontario. Flanagan's provides customized foodservice delivery to a varied portfolio of clients; from restaurants to schools, hospitals and retirement homes, we provide the best quality ingredients to ensure Canadians have an amazing food experience wherever they dine tonight!

Flanagan Foodservice is Canada’s largest independent foodservice distributor. Proudly Canadian and family owned, we have been serving Ontario for 45 years. We meet our customers' unique needs by delivering value, flexibility and an exceptional customer experience. This mission is made possible by attracting the best talent in the industry and by treating our employees like family. Distinguished as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies for 9 consecutive years!

Now hiring a full-time Supply Planner, Kitchener location!

What we offer:
  • Competitive compensation package
  • Comprehensive Flexible Benefits
  • Pension and RRSP plans
  • A Profit Sharing Program
  • Paid Personal Days and a day off for your Birthday!
  • An Annual Fitness/Wellness Benefit
  • Family oriented culture
  • And much more!
What it’s all about:
The Supply Chain Planner is responsible for forecasting, replenishment, and buying products to support the effective flow of inventory through the Flanagan Foodservice network. This role will also generate and maintain various reporting functions to support our customer facing teams.

What you’ll do:
  • Support the forecasting & replenishment of food and beverage items, and other categories as assigned
  • Issuing purchase orders, and liaise with vendors and carriers to bring products in on time and to meet demands
  • Follow up on orders to ensure accurate deliveries
  • Support seasonal forecasting and promo management
  • Managing inventory to meet shelf life requirements
  • Meet established targets for inventory, inventory turns, and fill rates
  • Manage obsolete inventory and write-offs pertaining to the portfolio
  • Communicate and respond to sales team requests on a daily basis or as needed
  • Provide support to the supply chain planning team and coverage as required
  • Collaborate with the Protein Category Manager on executing the marketing strategy
What we need:
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience with Supply planning/buying preferred
  • Post-secondary education in business, supply chain or a related field
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills required
  • Intermediate to advanced level experience using MS Office applications required
  • Strong organization and time management skills required
  • Previous experience in the food/beverage industry considered an asset
  • Strong problem solving and analytical skills required
  • Experience with Replenishment programs such as JDA considered an asset
  • Ability to work independently and support multiple product portfolios
Be part of the Difference!

Flanagan Foodservice Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please let us know by submitting your request to accessibility@flanagan.ca so that arrangements can be made for the appropriate accommodations.


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