Supply Planning Analyst

About Bob Evans Farms, Inc.

For over 75 years, Bob Evans Farms has delivered delicious, quick-to-table, farm-inspired food that makes mealtime a little bit easier and a lot more delicious. We're proud to be the No. 1-selling refrigerated dinner sides*, including many varieties of wholesome, feel-good favorites such as mashed potatoes and macaroni & cheese, sold in grocery stores across the country. We're also a leading producer and distributor of sausage and egg products including liquid eggs. In addition to our flagship Bob Evans ® brand, our product portfolio includes Simply Potatoes ® , Egg Beaters ® and Owens ® Sausage. Bob Evans Farms is based in Columbus, Ohio, and is owned by Post Holdings, Inc., a consumer-packaged goods holding company. For more information about Bob Evans Farms, Inc., visit www.bobevansgrocery.com .

The Supply Planning Analyst will be responsible for inventory planning and execution to ensure optimal product availability. This role manages finished goods inventory across third-party warehouses and distribution centers, balancing customer demand with cost-effective production and capacity utilization. The planner partners closely with cross-functional teams—including demand planning, operations, customer service, transportation, warehousing, marketing, and sales to deliver high quality results.

• Responsible for item level planning using demand plans and safety stock strategy with a goal of maintaining appropriate amounts of inventory while keeping service levels high.
• Develop short- and long-term supply plans based on forecasts, actual orders, and available inventory.
• Maintain inventory levels at distribution center to prevent both stockouts and excess stock, while also managing budgets related to supply and production.
• Monitor and analyze available capacity in internal network, as well as co-manufacturers, to produce inventory in the most cost-effective manner.
• Address quality issues with co-manufacturers.
• Review and address any invoice discrepancies.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including, but not limited to, demand planning, plant operations, customer service, transportation, warehousing, marketing, sales.
• Monitor internal and external key performance indicators including forecast accuracy and vendor scorecard metrics.
• Engage in continuous improvement as it relates to processes and material availability.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain or related field.
• 3+ years experience in Supply Chain
• Experience with Oracle
• Proven oral and written communication skills
• Problem solving, analytical skills and the ability to balance multiple tasks simultaneously
• Excellent computer skills (MS office, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Strong mathematical and documentation skills
• Excellent customer service skills and experience