Raw Materials and Finished Goods Planner
Top Benefits
About the role
About The Role Responsible for the planning and forecasting of activities related to in house production. Optimize constraints, work with the internal team as well as all Supply Chain members on planned capacity. Maximize resources and minimize inventory, maintain a high delivery performance. Coordinating activities between customer service, Subcontractor, Barry Callebaut (BC) planning teams and transportation of all activities. Is cognizant and understanding of food safety and ensures, along with BC QA that all these expectations are met. Responsible for the Planning flows and is alert when changes happen planned or unplanned by scheduling finished goods, semi-finished products, raw materials and packaging. Releases raw materials and packaging from our contracted suppliers. Systems are used and data is the key to making proper decisions. Demonstrate ownership of all planning activities and assist with innovation/new partner/new projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor daily line schedules and material flows, ensuring smooth coordination across the BC network.
- Maintain strong cross‑functional collaboration to align planning with multidisciplinary teams.
- Manage material deliveries to maximize OTIF performance.
- Convert mid‑term plans into daily schedules and support team execution.
- Provide accurate product availability dates to sales and customer service.
- Record, communicate, and follow up on non‑conforming products in SAP.
- Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual inventory activities to meet year‑end targets.
- Report quality issues to BC and third‑party QA teams and escalate supplier issues to sourcing.
- Manage internal and external product returns and keep sourcing or planning updated on changes.
- Participate in planning meetings, coordinate overtime when needed, and communicate relevant updates across customer service, traffic, quality, and production.
About You
- Associates degree or equivalent plus a minimum of 5+ years of relevant manufacturing experience in a food environment.
- Experience working in SAP and MRP, as well as proven math skill.
- Computer Skills (Proficient use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Salesforce, SAP, VMware)
- Detail & results oriented
- Ability to work within a fast-paced environment, managing many moving pieces and wearing many different ‘hats’
- Ability to work with deadlines
- Works well in a team as well as independently
- Adaptability
- Effective Team Leadership
- Ability to evaluate priorities and react as issues arise
Careers fueling the world’s best chocolate!
The base rate of pay for this role is $64,000 to $78,000/yearly CAD. This salary represents the anticipated salary for this position at this time. Salary will vary based on knowledge, skills and abilities.
In addition to rate of pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other benefits.
Barry Callebaut can offer you a challenging and dynamic international environment that includes a broad range of opportunities for personal growth and development. Apply for one of our interesting positions and start a great career in the wonderful world of CHOCOLATE. Barry Callebaut is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fair and accessible employment practices that attract and retain talented employees. Should you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at the Brantford site.
At Barry Callebaut, we are committed to Diversity & Inclusion. United by our strong values, we thrive on the diversity of who we are, where we come from, what we’ve experienced and how we think. We are committed to nurturing an inclusive environment where people can truly be themselves, grow to their full potential and feel they belong. #oneBC - Diverse People, Sustainable Growth.
About Barry Callebaut Group
With annual sales of about CHF 10.5 billion in fiscal year 2023/24, the Zurich-based Barry Callebaut Group is the world’s leading manufacturer of chocolate and cocoa products – from sourcing and processing cocoa beans to producing the finest chocolates, including chocolate fillings, decorations and compounds.
The Group runs more than 60 production facilities worldwide and employs a diverse and dedicated global workforce of more than 13,000 people.
The Barry Callebaut Group serves the entire food industry, from industrial food manufacturers to artisanal and professional users of chocolate, such as chocolatiers, pastry chefs, bakers, hotels, restaurants or caterers. The global brands catering to the specific needs of these Gourmet customers are Callebaut® and Cacao Barry®, Carma® and the decorations specialist Mona Lisa®.
The Barry Callebaut Group is committed to make sustainable chocolate the norm to help ensure future supplies of cocoa and improve farmer livelihoods. It supports the Cocoa Horizons Foundation in its goal to shape a sustainable cocoa and chocolate future.
Raw Materials and Finished Goods Planner
Top Benefits
About the role
About The Role Responsible for the planning and forecasting of activities related to in house production. Optimize constraints, work with the internal team as well as all Supply Chain members on planned capacity. Maximize resources and minimize inventory, maintain a high delivery performance. Coordinating activities between customer service, Subcontractor, Barry Callebaut (BC) planning teams and transportation of all activities. Is cognizant and understanding of food safety and ensures, along with BC QA that all these expectations are met. Responsible for the Planning flows and is alert when changes happen planned or unplanned by scheduling finished goods, semi-finished products, raw materials and packaging. Releases raw materials and packaging from our contracted suppliers. Systems are used and data is the key to making proper decisions. Demonstrate ownership of all planning activities and assist with innovation/new partner/new projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor daily line schedules and material flows, ensuring smooth coordination across the BC network.
- Maintain strong cross‑functional collaboration to align planning with multidisciplinary teams.
- Manage material deliveries to maximize OTIF performance.
- Convert mid‑term plans into daily schedules and support team execution.
- Provide accurate product availability dates to sales and customer service.
- Record, communicate, and follow up on non‑conforming products in SAP.
- Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual inventory activities to meet year‑end targets.
- Report quality issues to BC and third‑party QA teams and escalate supplier issues to sourcing.
- Manage internal and external product returns and keep sourcing or planning updated on changes.
- Participate in planning meetings, coordinate overtime when needed, and communicate relevant updates across customer service, traffic, quality, and production.
About You
- Associates degree or equivalent plus a minimum of 5+ years of relevant manufacturing experience in a food environment.
- Experience working in SAP and MRP, as well as proven math skill.
- Computer Skills (Proficient use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Salesforce, SAP, VMware)
- Detail & results oriented
- Ability to work within a fast-paced environment, managing many moving pieces and wearing many different ‘hats’
- Ability to work with deadlines
- Works well in a team as well as independently
- Adaptability
- Effective Team Leadership
- Ability to evaluate priorities and react as issues arise
Careers fueling the world’s best chocolate!
The base rate of pay for this role is $64,000 to $78,000/yearly CAD. This salary represents the anticipated salary for this position at this time. Salary will vary based on knowledge, skills and abilities.
In addition to rate of pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other benefits.
Barry Callebaut can offer you a challenging and dynamic international environment that includes a broad range of opportunities for personal growth and development. Apply for one of our interesting positions and start a great career in the wonderful world of CHOCOLATE. Barry Callebaut is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fair and accessible employment practices that attract and retain talented employees. Should you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at the Brantford site.
At Barry Callebaut, we are committed to Diversity & Inclusion. United by our strong values, we thrive on the diversity of who we are, where we come from, what we’ve experienced and how we think. We are committed to nurturing an inclusive environment where people can truly be themselves, grow to their full potential and feel they belong. #oneBC - Diverse People, Sustainable Growth.
About Barry Callebaut Group
With annual sales of about CHF 10.5 billion in fiscal year 2023/24, the Zurich-based Barry Callebaut Group is the world’s leading manufacturer of chocolate and cocoa products – from sourcing and processing cocoa beans to producing the finest chocolates, including chocolate fillings, decorations and compounds.
The Group runs more than 60 production facilities worldwide and employs a diverse and dedicated global workforce of more than 13,000 people.
The Barry Callebaut Group serves the entire food industry, from industrial food manufacturers to artisanal and professional users of chocolate, such as chocolatiers, pastry chefs, bakers, hotels, restaurants or caterers. The global brands catering to the specific needs of these Gourmet customers are Callebaut® and Cacao Barry®, Carma® and the decorations specialist Mona Lisa®.
The Barry Callebaut Group is committed to make sustainable chocolate the norm to help ensure future supplies of cocoa and improve farmer livelihoods. It supports the Cocoa Horizons Foundation in its goal to shape a sustainable cocoa and chocolate future.