3rd Party Production Planner (6 Months Fixed Term Contract) Bucharest

3rd Party Production Planner (6 Months Fixed Term Contract)
Bucureşti
Bucharest, Bucharest, Romania

Take the leap as a 3rd Party Production Planner (6 months fixed term contract) where you will work with various stakeholders to analyze supply risks and propose solutions that improve service levels and reduce costs. You will ensure that Co-Manufacturers can plan materials and schedules to meet promotional requirements. Additionally, you will manage inventory and transport between the
- manufacturer and the company, resolving any issues to minimize financial risk.  

Based in Bucharest, you will perform in a hybrid working style with 2-3 days in the office, offering the best of both worlds. You will be part of a certified Top Employer, enjoying all the benefits the company has to offer. Ready to elevate your career?

A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing

• Managing On-Pack Promotion Changes: Define packaging needs and review finished goods inventory held with manufacturers and
  - market demand planners to achieve correct promotional rotation. Aim for zero
  - off of packaging components.
• Providing Timely Updates Transactions: Ensure all transactions supporting the buy & sell of company materials are updated promptly.
• Resolving Unpaid Invoices and Financial Variances: Address unpaid invoices from suppliers or financial variances to balance accounts and reduce financial risk. Identify goods receipt/invoice receipt variances for Co-Manufacturing loads weekly.
• Engaging with Stakeholders: Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to assess and rectify variances, ensuring accurate inventory records. Provide
  - end reports on variance progress to Procurement, Distribution to resolve issues.
• Communicating Changes to Co-Man Loads: Ensure changes to loads are effectively communicated to Transport Planning and Co-Manufacturing sites in a timely manner to ensure smooth supply.

We’re Looking for Someone With

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent, preferably in a quantitative field (Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Engineering, or related field).
• Language skills – Advanced level of English, Spanish as a second language represents an advantage.
• Proficiency in working with ERP systems (e. g. , SAP) and Microsoft Office.
• Strong knowledge of all aspects of Supply Chain operations, especially in key areas such as Supply/Production Planning, Customer Service, including best practices, technologies, processes, procedures, and tools.

What’s Next

After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. Visit our How We Hire page to get insights into our hiring process and more about what we offer.   Need assistance throughout the application or hiring process? Email European. Recruitment@Kellanova.com.

If you join our team, you’ll be rewarded for the difference you make. Our comprehensive benefits offer you the support you need through your life events, big or small. Visit our benefits page & be sure to ask your recruiter for more specific information.

Get to Know Us

At Kellanova, we are driven by our vision to be the world’s
- performing
- led powerhouse, unleashing the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our portfolio of iconic,
- class brands include Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, Morning
Star Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Crunchy Nut, among others.

Kellanova’s Culture of Best means we bring our best to all that we do in pursuit of our vision to be the world’s best performing
- led powerhouse. Our culture celebrates boldness and empowers our people to challenge the status quo, achieve results, and win together.

Our focus on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) enables us to build a culture of belonging where all employees have a place at the table and are inspired to share their passion, talents and ideas to work.
 

Mars has agreed to acquire Kellanova in a combination that will shape the future of snacking! The transaction is anticipated to close within the first half of 2025 (subject to Kellanova shareowner approval and other customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals). The companies remain separate until closing.

You can learn more at www.futureofsnacking.com, and our hiring teams will be happy to discuss further questions if your application advances in the hiring process.

We’re on a journey to be the best. You coming?

Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our website here.