ABOUT GOLDEN STATE FOODS
Golden State Foods is a distinguished leader in the foodservice industry, offering an extensive array of products and services to a diverse clientele. Rooted in the values of quality service and integrity, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where employees can advance, innovate, and contribute to our ongoing success.

ABOUT THE JOB
The Demand Planning Manager directs the flow of materials for liquid products production to ensure that raw materials and finished products meet company and customer objectives.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

1. Schedule production for liquid products to ensure an uninterrupted supply of specification products for domestic and international customers and to maximize efficient operations and production. (60%)
2. Manage and coordinate the flow of raw materials, finished goods, and waste through the facility, working with warehouse, production, and purchasing staff, to meet customer requirements at minimum cost. (15%)
3. Manage assigned staff, including selecting employees, assigning work, providing training and development, evaluating performance, and motivating an effective team to meet organizational objectives for diversity, performance, and productivity. (15%)
4. Audit operational procedures and programs related to receiving, shipping, warehousing, purchasing, materials handling, and inventory control to identify areas for continuous improvement. (5%)
5. Communicate with customers and GSF Customer Service function regarding special orders and product requirements to ensure efficient production. (5%)
6. Perform other related and assigned duties as necessary.

LEADERSHIP/MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
Responsible for Managing Planners/Schedulers and purchasing team

PERFORMANCE CATEGORIES

• Productivity/quality standards: minimal customer shortages
• Productivity/quality standards: minimal customer complaints
• Productivity/quality standards: on time loading percentage
• Productivity/quality standards: efficiency, reliability, and timeliness
• Productivity/quality standards: minimal loss and damage
• Inventory levels
• Outages
• Budget
• Cost containment
• Teamwork within the department and across departments
• Project/assignment standards
• Customer satisfaction
• Safety standards and procedures: employees
• Safety standards and procedures: facility and warehouse equipment

WHAT YOU'LL NEED
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and experience equivalent to:

Education/Certification:
Bachelor’s degree in business administration from an accredited college or university

Experience:
7+ years of relevant work experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of (B/basic; J/journey; E/expert):

• Warehousing concepts and techniques (E)
• Inventory, order, financial systems (E)
• Fast food distribution (J)
• Order processing concepts and techniques (J)
• Transportation concepts and techniques (J)
• Food manufacturing (J)
• Management concepts and techniques (J)
• PC word processing/spreadsheet software (J)

Skill and ability to:

• Identify materials flow problems or anomalies and identify appropriate solutions
• Communicate and coordinate effectively with employees verbally and in writing
• Communicate and coordinate effectively with vendors and customers verbally and in writing
• Work effectively in a general business environment, with a focus on high levels of quality and customer service
• Travel via airplane and drive an automobile
• Act in accordance with GSF’s Values and Creed

WHAT YOU’LL GET

• People First: At Golden State Foods, we're not just a company; we're a dynamic community where your talents are celebrated, and your ambitions are nurtured.
• Values Driven: Our core values drive everything we do, creating a culture of innovation, integrity, and excellence. But we're not content with just being great; we strive for greatness in every aspect of our work.
• People Development: At GSF we strive to continually develop our people to prepare us all for the needs of tomorrow.
• Philanthropy & Sustainability: We're committed to making a difference beyond our walls through philanthropy and sustainability efforts across all our locations around the globe.
• Extensive Benefits: Golden State Foods believes in a holistic approach to wellness focusing on the whole person with benefits that support those needs.