Supply Chain Planner

Job Overview:

Our Material Planning team is responsible for the day-to-day planning activities focused on raw material planning, buying, and all activities/strategy across Keurig Dr Pepper’s (KDP) Coffee BU Supply Chain network.

As a Material Planner you will work with Manufacturing, Procurement, Finished Good Planning, Logistics partners to ensure the successful on-time delivery of raw materials to each plant in the hot supply chain network (Right Material, Right Place, Right Time). The key role and responsibility of this position is the execution of daily raw material planning and oversight of buying activities with the objective to ensure raw material availability to support daily production and overall customer service. This role will ensure proper communication of material requirements across both internal and external customers and coordinate between internal functions to ensure material availability through the integrated supply chain. This position will also work on assigned Supply Chain initiatives to support the business.

At Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) the consumer is at the heart of everything we do. Join the team at KDP and make a difference to consumers with one of America’s leading producers and distributors of hot and cold beverages helping to satisfy every consumer’s beverage need, anytime and anywhere.

Position Responsibilities

• Continuously review the finished good forecast, analyzes production plans and inventory reports, availability / requirements for assigned materials

• Generate a stocking strategy to our distribution partners to support warehouse capacity and resource planning

• Assist in the expediting raw materials, when necessary, to support customer order fulfillment

• Recommend and implement production and transportation actions when products are in out-of-stock or allocation situations

• Use of the raw material escalation matrix and partnerships with procurement to ensure redressal of issues between cross functional teams and external suppliers

• Execution of strategies to meet and improve supplier reliability and maximize available supply with increased inventory turns

• Maintain close relationship with finished good multisite planning team (interlinkage of raw to finished good to Service)

• Goals centered on service, working capital, strategies to drive supplier reliability (on time, and in full), and Min/Max adherence for plants and suppliers to include root cause and countermeasure management

Characteristics for Success

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Self-starter with excellent communication skills.

• Ability to be flexible and communicate proactively with global partners

• Ability to multitask and maintain composure in stressful situations

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Total Rewards:

• Salary Range: $62,500 - $88,000

• Actual placement within the compensation range may vary depending on experience, skills, and other factors

• Benefits, subject to election and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Paid Time Off (including paid parental leave, vacation, and sick time), 401k with company match, Tuition Reimbursement, and Mileage Reimbursement

• Annual bonus based on performance and eligibility

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain or similar field preferred

• APICS certification and/or affiliation a plus

• 1-3 years of experience in supply planning / scheduling / fulfillment (preferably for a manufacturer of consumer products)

• Prior experience working with MRP / ERP systems (preferably SAP)

• 2 years’ experience in Excel (performing functions such as pivot tables, v look-up, etc.)

Company Overview:

Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed and partner brands that meet a wide range of needs and occasions. Our North American refreshment beverage business holds leadership positions across carbonated soft drinks, water, juice and mixers with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Dr Pepper®, Canada Dry®, Mott’s®, A&W®, Peñafiel®, GHOST®, 7UP®, Snapple®, Clamato® and Core Hydration®. Our global coffee business spans more than 100 markets and includes the leading Keurig® single‑serve brewing system in the U.S. and Canada, along with powerhouse brands such as Peet’s, L’OR and Jacobs, and other regional coffee leaders. Our more than 50,000 employees aim to enhance the experience of every beverage and coffee occasion while making a positive impact for people, communities and the planet.

We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation and growth. Will you join us?

Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

A.I. Disclosure:

KDP uses artificial intelligence to assist with initial resume screening and candidate matching. This technology helps us efficiently identify candidates whose qualifications align with our open roles. AI does not make hiring decisions; all decisions throughout the hiring process are made by talent acquisition team members. If you prefer not to have your application processed using artificial intelligence, you may opt out by emailing your resume and qualifications directly to [email protected] in lieu of clicking Apply. In order for your application to be considered and opted out of AI, you must include the words "AI Opt-Out" and either job title and location or Job ID # in the email subject line in your email application.

Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. Keurig Dr Pepper recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.