Account Planner (Supply Chain / Demand Planning)

Account Planner (Supply Chain / Demand Planning) Fort Worth, TX | Day shift | $65,000 – $77,500 per year About the opportunity Our client, a leading specialty beverage contract manufacturer, is growing quickly and adding new equipment and capacity. They are looking for an Account Planner to join their Fort Worth team. This person makes sure customer orders are produced accurately and on time, with the right materials and the right volumes. You will sit between the customer, the production floor and the supply chain team. What you will do Manage the demand planning process for your assigned customers, giving visibility to major shifts in demand and to inventory or supply concerns. Manage capacity planning and production priorities so there are no shortages in forward-month demand. Review customer orders and forecasts, and keep demand forecasts accurate and up to date. Work with Manufacturing, Warehouse, Purchasing, Marketing and Product Management to build the demand plan from customer requirements and material availability. Build strong working relationships with customer teams and communicate directly with them about upcoming demand. Monitor inventory levels and production schedules, and keep material stock in line with customer demand, warehouse space and schedules. Identify potential shortages early and recommend solutions before they become problems. Prepare daily reports and support the weekly Production Planning meeting. Use ERP and Excel to track demand, inventory and production. Coach and support team members as needed. What we are looking for Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in business management, supply chain, operations or engineering. 3+ years of planning experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment. 3+ years of experience with ERP/MRP systems and Vendor Managed Inventory (SAP preferred). Advanced Excel skills. A solid understanding of manufacturing operations and the supply chain (forecasting, inventory, scheduling). Strong analytical and root-cause problem-solving skills, ideally with a lean approach. Strong written and verbal communication, and comfort working with customers as well as internal teams. The ability to manage several competing, time-sensitive priorities with attention to detail. Beverage, food, CPG or contract manufacturing experience is a plus. Compatible backgrounds: Demand Planner, Production Planner, Supply Chain Planner, Customer Supply Chain Planner, Materials Planner, Master Scheduler, Inventory Planner. Why join Stable, fast-growing company with ongoing investment in new equipment and operations. Day shift. Competitive salary of $65,000 – $77,500 depending on experience. Opportunity to work directly with leading beverage brands.

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