Materials Planning Manager

Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill's global team of 160,000 employees who are committed to safe, responsible and sustainable ways to nourish the world. This position is in Cargill's animal nutrition and health business, where we improve lives through better nutrition. Our team researches, innovates and creates solutions that deliver healthy results for our customers.Job Purpose and ImpactThe Material Requirements Manager will lead and develop our team that plans, schedules and handles raw materials inventories needed for production We seek a seasoned professional who will direct, advise and make decisions on all major material requirements planning activities for a medium-sized team with medium or high impact on working capital. Key AccountabilitiesReview and publish material requirements planning metrics targets.Provide support and direction to ensure raw materials are sourced in alignment with the master production plan.Provide support and advice to ensure appropriate data and inputs are used for material requirements planning.Support team in handling raw material inventories to target levels and managing exceptions.Lead and develop a team, coach and make decisions related to talent management, hiring, performance, and disciplinary actions.Other duties as assigned QualificationsMinimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience Preferred QualificationsTwo years of supervisory experienceSeven years of experience with at least three in material requirements planning, supply/inventory planning, master production planning or production scheduling