Current jobs related to Display Mgmt Planner - Battle Creek - WK Kellogg Co

At WK Kellogg Co, we exist to create joy and connection to inspire Gr-r-reat days. We believe that doing good is always good for business and we have stood for this since Kellogg Company was founded more than 118 years ago. We are passionate about doing our part to make nutritious foods, create social connectivity and respect natural resources. Together, these actions create positive progress for people and the planet – today and for years to come. We have big plans for how we are going to accomplish this, and we would love for you to join us in this effort.

As the Display Management Planner, you will manage the incoming customer display orders and work with external partners to develop a schedule and troubleshoot any potential delays to on-time, in full delivery.

This role reports to the Value-Added Services End to End Site Lead and collaborates closely cross-functionally with managers and employees throughout the organization. Externally, this role will interact with third-party service providers.

This is a Hybrid role that requires the incumbent to live within sixty miles of the Battle Creek, Michigan Headquarter Office. This incumbent must have the ability to work a full shift, come to work on time, work overtime as needed and the ability to work according to the necessary schedule to meet job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation is an essential function of this position. Must be able to use effective verbal and written communication skills on a daily basis. Must have the ability to work in conditions that include multiple and sometimes conflicting priorities, extended work schedules, and specific time constraints. Ability to lead, align, manage, resolve conflict, and work in an ever-changing environment. Occasional travel (up to 25%) to other corporate office location. 

HERE’S A TASTE OF WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Focus on Process Improvement: Apply operational expertise and root cause analysis ensuring streamlined External Manufacturing Operations.
• Develop Strong Relationships with Stakeholders: Partner with 3rd party supplier to manage their weekly schedule to meet our customer’s requested delivery date. Act as a Liaison between Customer Service, Supply Planning, Commercial Strategy, Sales and External business partners/locations.
• Demonstrate Keen Attention to Detail:  Ensures accurate process adherence (order lead time, schedule adherence, inventory reconciliation) Facilitate progress on production purchase orders to meet customer requested delivery dates. Monitor inventory and determine based on orders and the forecast when production is needed.
• Be a Solutionist: Research and resolve operational issues such as component shortages prior to production. Resolves issues with internal partners and vendors through research and follow up.
• Lead and Support: Provide on-going support for VAS locations through weekly calls and regular e-mail communication. Provide support across the organization with a cross functional team including sales, customer service and commercial strategy to build a plan to best service our customers.

YOUR RECIPE FOR SUCCESS

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or five years’ experience is required.
• SAP and Excel expertise; Basic understanding of SharePoint, and Microsoft Office. 
• Investigative Mindset – Ability to work with complicated data and a desire to research and develop solutions.
• Effective communication skills. 
• Ability to balance multiple workstreams simultaneously with varying deadlines, and work with a sense of urgency.
• Ability to prioritize work and perform analytical functions to resolve issues.
• Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) experience a PLUS.

At WK Kellogg Co, our success depends on our most vital asset — our people. That’s why we’re committed to providing you with benefits and programs that support your Total Health and your journey to be and feel your best — physically, financially, emotionally, and socially. Our benefit offerings include:

• Healthcare coverage, including vision and dental.
• Savings and Investments contributions and match
• Paid Time Off
• Life and AD&D insurance coverage

Our comprehensive and competitive benefits not only deliver value to you and your family, but also offer choice to meet your unique needs and knowledge to empower confident decision-making.

ABOUT WK KELLOGG CO

At WK Kellogg Co, we bring our best to everyone, every day through our trusted foods and brands. Our journey began in 1894, when our founder W.K. Kellogg reimagined the future of food with the creation of Corn Flakes, changing breakfast forever. Since then, we have embraced the same spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship in everything we do, channeling our founder’s passion and commitment to creating high quality and delicious products while fostering communities. Our iconic brand portfolio includes Frosted Flakes, Rice Krispies, Froot Loops, Kashi, Special K, Raisin Bran, Frosted Mini Wheats, and Bear Naked. With a presence in the majority of households across North America, our brands play a key role in enhancing the lives of millions of consumers every day, promoting a strong sense of physical, emotional and societal wellbeing. Our beloved brand characters, including Tony the Tiger and Toucan Sam, represent our deep connections with the consumers and communities we serve. For more information, visit www.wkkellogg.com. 

If we can help you with a reasonable accommodation throughout the application or hiring process, please email Recruitment@wkkellogg.com

THE FINER PRINT

The ability to work a full shift, come to work on time, work overtime as needed and the ability to work according to the necessary schedule to meet job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation is an essential function of this position.

WK Kellogg Co 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 US applicants:

Where required by state law and/or city ordinance; this employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For additional information, please follow this link.

Let’s create gr-r-reat days,

WK Kellogg Co Recruitment