Material and Inventory Planner

Material and Inventory Planner

Supply Chain Organization, SLC (on-site)

The Material and Inventory Planner will support the growing Calyx Operations ecosystem through the effective management of supply chain activities including; inventory management, Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs, and other duties as assigned ensuring service, cost, and cash targets and achieved. 

The Material and Inventory Planner should be an analytically and results oriented individual with demonstrable experience in product manufacturing, operations, and supply chain. This leader will have defined initiatives and shown success through data-backed execution. This role reports to the Director of Supply Chain and is on-site at our high-tech facility in West Valley City.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

S&OP / Demand & Supply Planning

• Own the monthly S&OP meeting. Gather demand inputs (sales pipeline, promotions, run-rates), prepare the supply plan, and drive cross-functional consensus.
• Translate the demand plan into MPS/MRP signals for both internal materials/ chemicals and externally produced products.
• Build and maintain item planning parameters (safety stock, reorder points, MOQ, lead time, yield).

Inventory Management

• Set and manage inventory targets by SKU/customer, balancing service levels and working capital.
• Monitor slow-moving/obsolete risk; recommend disposition and root-cause corrective actions.
• Track and report inventory turns, days on hand, and service-level attainment.

VMI & Replenishment

• Run VMI for assigned accounts: forecast at SKU/site, publish reorder proposals, and execute replenishment within agreed min/max and kanban rules.
• Maintain customer scorecards (fill rate, OTIF, forecast accuracy) and lead weekly customer touchpoints.

Data & Systems

• Maintain clean master data; build dashboards for plan vs. actuals.
• Use ERP/MRP (NetSuite experience preferred) and spreadsheets.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE:

• Service: OTIF ≥ target; backorders minimized
• Forecast Accuracy: ≥ target at family/ level (MAPE/Bias)
• Inventory: Turns and DOH on target; excess/obsolete trending down.
• Inventory Accuracy: 98% inventory accuracy across raw materials, finished goods and consignment inventory.
• Process: S&OP calendar hit every month with clear decisions and action

REQUIREMENTS: 

• Degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field, MBA a plus
• Analytical mindset, with strong statistical and problem-solving skills. Lean Six Sigma certification a plus
• A career path from operations or supply chain management is ideal
• Supply chain / sourcing including logistics experience preferred, managed or worked with warehousing / distribution companies a plus
• Product manufacturing experience required, Packaging experience a plus
• Highly effective vendor management experience required
• ERP experience required, Netsuite experience preferred
• Strong verbal and written communications skills, with the ability to develop effective internal and external relationships with vendors

MORE ABOUT US:

Our team is composed of bright, hardworking, creative, and highly motivated individuals looking to make an impact on the world. We seek like-minded colleagues who share our values and want to apply their experience, energy, and enthusiasm to help grow and scale a dynamic business in a rapidly expanding industry. The Calyx Containers culture fosters the personal and professional growth in a challenging and rewarding environment. We operate at a fast pace, demand high personal standards, and offer everyone the opportunity to contribute, skill-build, and develop their talents.

Benefits and Perks offered to full time employees:
-Flexible Paid Time Off
-Comprehensive benefits offerings including: Medical (with company-funded HRA), Dental, Vision, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Headspace Care Mental Health support...all effective the first day of the month following hire.
-401(k)
-Ability to make an immediate impact
-Monthly team meetings and frequent social events

An ideal Calyx candidate looks like:
-Has experience in the cannabis and/or packaging industry
-Thrives in a fast-paced environment
-Handles ambiguity with a positive attitude
-Rolls up their sleeves to help their team

How success is measured at Calyx:
First 30 days spent getting to know the company and our team!
Ability to make an immediate impact - we’re growing quickly and want you to help cultivate that!
Living our core values:
--X-treme Ownership
--Be Quick, But Don’t Hurry
--Sustainability Is Multi-Dimensional
--We Are Square: Quality Does Not Cut Corners
--Customer Is The Only Boss
--Earn Success Every Day
--The Biggest Failure Is The Failure To Ask For Help
--Better Together: Cultivate An Inclusive Environment

Calyx Containers is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe strongly in fair hiring practices and in creating a welcoming environment for all team members. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibilities.
Calyx is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@calyxcontainers.com. (Please note that applications should not be emailed to this address).