Product IBP Manager

Join our amazing family of professionals at Sigma! We believe in truly taking care of our associates to ensure they feel empowered to be their best selves at work. You are not just applying for a job, this is the start of a new career with a fast-growing, innovative global food organization. Ready for your next opportunity? Come join our table! POSITION SUMMARY The key responsibilities of an IBP Product Manager include demand planning by analyzing demand, inventory management, replenishment order placement and tracking, and supply planning by coordinating with production departments to ensure timely delivery of products and optimizing supply chain processes to reduce costs and improve efficiency. Manage finished goods inventory and improving forecast models, strategies, and processes by data analysis. This role requires a strong analytical mindset and the ability to collaborate effectively with various internal departments. Create models, analyze information and provide insight to make informed decisions about forecasts, inventory levels, delivery times and service level evaluations. Collaborate with internal departments (i.e raw material procurement, manufacturers, production plants, marketing, innovation, transportation & warehousing, and sales) ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS • Inventory Management- Developing and implementing supply chain plans to meet demand while optimizing inventory levels and costs. Identifying potential supply chain risks and developing mitigation strategies. Coordinating with suppliers and production teams to ensure timely delivery of products. Create and implement process improvements to improve order fill rates, reporting formats and maintain optimum inventory level while streamlining plant production, including but not limited to, IT, sales, accounting, transportation & warehousing, and procurement. • Forecasting/Planning- Consistent communications with sales and production team to ensure product order is produced/filled; ensure orders are filled with minimal shortages; maintain adequate inventory and production level for orders; manage the process of service level, material coverage, inventory and production control. • Data Analysis -Analyzing data to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for improvement. Preparing reports and presentations to communicate key insights and recommendations. Gather and maintain data requirements for forecast; report the variances; forecast monthly, quarterly and annual variances in collaboration with sales and IBP Demand team; revised forecasts; forecast production schedule based on models and data; communicate schedule, changes and forecast issues with internal departments. Communicate potential shortages or delays with sales, transportation & warehousing in advance. • Collaboration –Building strong relationships with stakeholders and acting as a trusted advisor. Effective data driven communications to allow collaboration with business partners; Procurement, Sales, & Production to plan efficiently to meet customer demand and achieve KPI’s. • Other duties as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain or Accounting • Three (3) years’ of Management experience, Scheduling, Inventory Management • Product management experience Preferred Qualifications • Master’s degree in Business, Supply Chain or Accounting • Five (5) years’ experience in meat industry KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES (KSA’s) • Working knowledge of SAP • Working knowledge of sales, marketing and demand planning • Knowledge of the principles of optimization and how optimization is performed using software packages • Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel, proficiency with Data Analysis, Pivot tables, and complex graphs • Familiarity with network optimization, inventory optimization, product flow analysis, operations planning, and cost to serve analysis. • Knowledge of product management methodologies, concepts, processes and documentation. • Ability to manage tight deadlines, organize and prioritize work independently • Possess strong analytical skills in reviewing data to identify trends and opportunities • Knowledge of supply chain functions, forecasting tools/software • Analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions • Ability to communicate across all levels of the organization, present complex ideas concisely and clearly articulate ideas verbally and in writing • Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines through sound project management, prioritization. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS • Usual office environment with frequent sitting, walking, and standing, and occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and balancing. Frequent use of eye, hand, and finger coordination enabling the use of office machinery. Oral and auditory capacity enabling interpersonal communication as well as communication through automated devices such as the telephone. COMPENSATION ·Depending on geography, skills, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. · This position is eligible for an incentive bonus, based on achievements of company targets and individual performance expectations BENEFITS The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: · medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, 10 days paid time off, paid parental leave, paid holidays, & state mandated sick time, if applicable EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Sigma provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Sigma complies with applicable federal, state and locals’ laws, including fair employment practices and equal employment opportunity when conducting recruiting and hiring, governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. CA/ Los Angeles: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the LA Fair Chance law Job Type: Full-time Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid time off • Parental leave • Professional development assistance • Referral program • Retirement plan • Tuition reimbursement • Vision insurance Compensation Package: • Bonus opportunities Schedule: • Monday to Friday Work Location: Hybrid remote in Phoenix, AZ 85007