Production Planner - Robert Half : Job Details

Production Planner – Hybrid | Growing Food Company | Bergen County, NJ

Join a company where people come first!

We're a growing, employee-friendly food company located in Bergen County, NJ, and we're looking for a Production Planner to join our collaborative and passionate team. We offer a hybrid work schedule, a supportive company culture, and great employee perks, including wellness initiatives, professional development, and team-focused events.

As a Production Planner, you will manage the production schedule across our network of co-packers, support customer orders, forecast demand, and monitor materials to ensure on-time delivery and inventory accuracy. You'll be a key connector across departments like Inventory Control, Customer Service, Quality, Purchasing, and Logistics—ensuring that the right products are in the right place at the right time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain supply plans for finished goods while balancing shelf-life, customer needs, and co-packer capabilities.
• Create detailed production and inventory plans across internal operations and external co-packers.
• Track raw material deliveries and manage production schedules with co-packers to ensure timely order completion.
• Monitor variances in supply/inventory plans and proactively address unexpected demand or supply issues.
• Communicate inventory or service risks with internal partners to align on solutions.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with co-packers, including performance management and business reviews.
• Identify slow-moving materials or excess inventory and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with procurement, logistics, and IT to improve planning accuracy and service levels.

What We're Looking For:

• 2–4 years of experience in production planning, manufacturing, or related fields.
• Hands-on experience using SAP or similar ERP/MRP systems.
• Background in forecasting, procurement, scheduling, and working with co-packers.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Hybrid work model: Enjoy flexibility while staying connected.
• Positive, team-oriented culture where your voice is heard.
• Comprehensive benefits and perks that support your professional and personal growth.
• Growth-focused organization with opportunities to advance and innovate.

Ready to make an impact at a company that values you?

Apply now to join our team and help us deliver excellence from production to shelf.