Job DescriptionPosition SummaryThe Manager, Supply Planning is a leadership role responsible for driving service excellence, cost optimization, and working capital efficiency through effective supply planning within the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process.This role oversees end-to-end production, distribution, inventory and customer requirement delivery, to deliver measurable improvements in service levels, cost reduction, and inventory optimization across the integrated supply chain network, directly supporting division strategic objectives through the ability to provide scenario planning that mitigates risks and identifies opportunities.The Manager, Supply Planning, will need to demonstrate strong leadership and development capabilities, sound decision-making ability in complex, dynamic environments, excellence in stakeholder management and communication and strong business acumen and strategic thinking capabilities.ResponsibilitiesStrategic Supply Planning Value CreationMonthly Supply Planning:Develop and execute tactical supply plans that meet demand requirements and achieve Beer division targets for service, cost, and working capital, fostering collaboration across all S&OP stakeholders.Supply Plan Ownership:Own the creation of optimized monthly network supply plans ensuring continuous, efficient finished goods supply while minimizing inventory and maximizing resource utilization.Network & Inventory Optimization:Continue to balance monthly demand requirements with the network optimization and inventory management strategies, managing exceptions to balance cost efficiency, service levels, and working capital, adapting to evolving demand and supply constraints.Cost Reduction & Process Improvement:Identify and capitalize on opportunities for cost savings and process enhancements through based on latest demand trends.Strategic Scenario Analysis:Drive decision-making across cross functional stakeholders by defining, modeling, and presenting multiple supply scenario factors in capacity constraints and changing market demands.Stakeholder Alignment:Ensure alignment among manufacturing, warehousing, and suppliers through effective participation in IBP Supply Review & related activities, and facilitate cross-functional collaboration across internal and external partners (e.g., Manufacturing, Logistics, Procurement Demand Planning, Ops Finance).Leadership & Team Development:Cultivate a high-performance culture rooted in urgency, continuous improvement, and accountability, while empowering and developing both direct and cross-functional teams.Performance Management:Set clear performance objectives, monitor results, and drive KPI improvements in working capital (Distributor/DC Inventory DOH, inventory turns, actual vs. target) and service (OTIF, Out-of-Stocks).S&OP Supply Review Support the monthly supply review process, ensuring comprehensive evaluation of supply capabilities, constraints, and risks using exception management.Drive the development of supply scenarios that balance service levels, cost, and risk, incorporating input from all relevant stakeholders.Drive resolution of supply-demand mismatches through collaborative problem-solving sessions with key stakeholders, utilizing data driven decision making.Collaborate with Demand Planning to reconcile supply capabilities with demand forecastsWork closely with Procurement to ensure material availability and supplier capacity alignmentCoordinate with Manufacturing and Logistics leadership to optimize capacity utilization and network efficiencyAlign with Brewing team to optimize brewing plan with supply planDrives data and metric driven Supply Planning process, reviews post-game performance results with S&OE intel, and works with peers and team to drive KPI improvements (i.e., plan adherence, accuracy, value add) for supply planning effectivenessContinuous Improvement:Continuously evolve team workload to adjust ways of working to best fit newly learned methods and/or enhanced team capabilities, ensuring objectives, deliverables and expectations for the team are clear, concise and delivered on time.Implement standard operating procedures for Supply planning activities across the S&OP horizon in partnership with Advanced Planning.Create a culture of continuous improvement, reviewing processes to identify gaps and find solutions, using a continuous improvement mindset in support of the team and cross functional partnerships performance.Success Metrics:Service Level Excellence- OTIF, Perfect order fulfillment rate, Customer satisfaction scoresDrive industry-leading customer service levels, through robust shortage management processes to minimize customer impact, early warning systems for potential service disruptionsFollow service recovery protocols for critical customers and products based on Advanced Planning segmentation strategy.Lead root cause analysis of service failures and implement corrective actionsCost Leadership- YoY total landed cost reduction strategic plan achievements, production efficiency improvements, Logistics/Labor/Network cost optimizationDrive strategic target achievement and/or cost reduction initiatives through improved planning efficiencyOptimize production plan to minimize total landed cost, minimize overtime and premium labor costsMitigate any unforeseen deployment constraint impact on total supply plan impact on total landed costOptimize network utilization, reduce inefficient Logistics costs, DC capacity constraints, increase direct import strategic plan adherence through better planning and executionWorking Capital Management- Inventory turns improvement, working capital reduction targets, Days inventory outstanding, Obsolescence reductionLead initiatives to maintain strategic inventory strategy, reducing obsolescence and wasteExecute strategic inventory optimization strategies and develop any risk mitigation strategies across all nodes and SKUsExecute strategic optimal safety stock levels based on service requirements and variability and develop any risk mitigation strategiesDrive improvements in inventory turns through better planning practicesOperational Excellence- Supply plan accuracy and adherence, Team development and retention, Process improvement implementation, Supply review meeting effectiveness, quality of supply review recommendationsWorking Relationships:Reports to: Director, Supply PlanningKey Interfaces:Demand PlanningAdvanced Supply PlanningIBP Governance (S&OE, S&OP)IBP&E Advanced Analytics/EnablementSupply Chain (Procurement, Logistics, Mfg.)Finance (FP&A, Ops)SC Leadership TeamRole ExpertiseBachelor’s degree in supply chain management and/or 6+ years’ experience in supply chain. MBA Preferred.Preferred to be bilingual in English and Spanish to interact with diverse team and key stakeholdersProven knowledge of standard planning concepts, practices, and procedures within the CPG, preferably Beverage Alcohol, industry.Strong collaborator with cross-functional teams from Commercial, Supply Chain, finance, and digital.Talent management experience and demonstrated results in managing and developing a team of strong skilled professionals required.Experience leading transformational change initiativesPlanning Expertise4+ Proven experience in supply planning methodologiesExpert knowledge of inventory management and production planning principlesFinancial modeling experienceProven track record of delivering measurable improvements in service, cost, and working capitalDeep understanding of technology enablement and current technology planning tools (i.e. o9, Blue Yonder, SAP). Experience with capacity planning and constraint-based planning tools.High level of business acumen is required, including the knowledge and ability to have an E2E holistic perspective.Comfortable with process discipline and process adherence, and able to identify and take opportunities to develop, further and strengthen a processIndividual SkillsStrategic mindset – able to see big picture and future direction of the business, then translate into achievable new business development opportunities.Leadership– Set the direction for the team from company/department visions/strategies and inspire the team to achieve goals. Change management and process improvement expertise.Communication – Effectively transmit ideas, instructions, opinions, or emotions to others; deconstruct information into smaller categories in order to draw conclusion at an executive level.Business Acumen– Ability to understand and interpret business situations, make informed decisions, and take effective actions. Includes understanding of business operations, financials, technical requirements and industry specific concepts.Adaptive – Enable flexibility and support that fits team members unique needs. Ability to continually grow from their experiences, adapt to new situations within the organizations/industry and adopt different mindsets.Decision making– Critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, and information processing in complex dynamic environments. Set the pace for team and highlight the route each team member is expected to take.Integrity – Supporting teams in tough times, taking responsibility for issues under their purview and helping others without expecting something in return.Mindset & Behaviors:Passion to build relationships cross-functionally and leverages those relationships to deliver meaningful change.Believes in a non-hierarchical culture of collaboration, transparency, safety, and trust.Empowers others to fail, learn, and grow.Possesses and challenges their team to bring a spirit of intellectual curiosity, creativity, and innovation.Result-oriented, recognizing that achieving long-term success isn't a one-time event, but a continuous journey.Physical Requirements/Work EnvironmentMust be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time and work on a computer for extended periods. Lifting may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Travel LocationChicago OfficeAdditional LocationsJob TypeFull timeJob AreaSupply ChainThe salary range for this role is:$110,800.00 - $173,400.00This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. Our compensation is based on cost of labor. For remote locations or positions open to multiple locations, the pay range may reflect several US geographic markets, including the lowest geographic market minimum to the highest geographic market maximum. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, the prevailing minimum wage for the location, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs. At Constellation Brands, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and any other benefits to eligible employees.Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.Equal OpportunityConstellation Brands is committed to a continuing program of equal employment opportunity. All persons have equal employment opportunities with Constellation Brands, regardless of their sex, race, color, age, religion, creed, sexual orientation, national origin or citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics), marital status, gender (including gender identity or gender expression), familial status, military or veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related conditions (or any other group or category within the framework of the applicable discrimination laws and regulations).