Senior Product Owner (Blue Yonder), Supply Chain (...

Full Job DescriptionRich's, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $4billion, Rich's is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich's-Infinite Possibilities. One Family.Purpose StatementThe Global Product Owner is responsible for building and enhancing the planning toolset. They will drive the vision and strategy of Global BlueYonder implementation and ensure consistent value creation throughout the delivery process. They are responsible for ensuring all stakeholders have visibility of progress and that requirements are being met on both what has been implemented but also future roadmap on the global rollout.The right candidate is a strategic thinker with the ability to respond quickly to changing business needs and priorities. They need to understand end-to-end supply chain planning processes including demand planning, supply planning, inventory planning, fulfillment planning, production planning and scheduling and material requirements planning. Prior experience with the BlueYonder Technology is a major advantage. This position will lead all Planning COE's and identify opportunities to improve productivity and align with BlueYonder on enhancements and roadmap. They will also align with all transformational project leaders to ensure connectivity. The candidate must possess the ability to rapidly earn trust with both stakeholders and team members and be able to work effectively with cross-functional teams.Key Accountabilities and Outcomeso Drives Blue Yonder solutions and technical support for Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Fulfillment Planning, Sequencing and Inventory Optimizationo Ensures connectivity of process and application with upstream and downstream functions (Marketing, Sales, Demand, Fulfillment, etc.)o Participates in recurring Agile ceremonies including Sprint Planning, daily standups, sprint demos, backlog refinement etc.o Responsible to develop and execute Governance meetings to ensure technology / adoption are proactively being reviewed.o Manages Planning COE roles to ensure best practices, prioritization of enhancements, ongoing education, shared learnings etc.o Delivers on-time, on-budget, on-quality producto Establishes KPIs for planning team, in concert with organizational goals and develop optimization levers to provide clarity to planners on expected outcomes and actionable roadmaps.o Performs regular assessment of the end-to-end supply chain planning process for effectiveness, productivity and resilience and drive continuous improvement.o Manages talent within the team and develop their competencies and career growth plan.o Establishes a high-performance culture of accountability (clear targets and expectations), transparency, collaboration and continuous learning. Identify opportunities and avenues for team to learn and expand their skillset.o Participates in industry, supply chain and technology forums and bring best practices around end-to-end supply chain planning, planning strategy, industry trends and share lessons with the team.o Evaluates new technology features and opportunities, and develops implementation plans to deliver new capabilities that enhance user experience and incremental business value'.Knowledge, Skills, and ExperienceBusiness Acumen:* Proficient understanding of demand and supply chain response planning performance KPIs.* Expert understanding of the planning and cross-functional levers for improving demand and supply chain response.* Demonstrated ability as a strategic thinker, able to convert ideas into practical solutions that deliver tangible results.* Expertise in collaborating with inter-company, cross-functional, multi-cultural, and geo-graphically distributed teams to effectively meet objectives.* In-depth understanding of SKU segments and supply chain value profiles, along with corresponding cross-functional and organizational goals and response Skills:* Proficient negotiation skills for effective stakeholder management and decision-making.* Expert in collaborative decision-making, fostering teamwork and consensus-building across the organization.* Proficiency in people and team development, nurturing talent and building high-performing teams.* Excellent communication skills, including verbal and written, to facilitate clear and impactful interactions.* Expertise in presentation and storytelling, enabling effective communication of complex concepts and ideas.* Demonstrated ability in change enablement, guiding teams through organizational transformations.* Proficient in decisiveness and risk-taking, making sound judgments in challenging / Analytical Skills:* Expert knowledge of BY (JDA) LDE, D360, IO, ESP, BTL, and Sequencing tools, utilizing them to drive operational excellence.* Deep understanding of inventory optimization engine and parameters, optimizing inventory levels.* Proficiency in data analytics, enabling data-driven decision-making and insights.* Expert problem-solving skills, addressing complex supply chain challenges with innovative solutions.* Familiarity with IT Software Development Lifecycle, facilitating smooth implementation of software solutions.* Proficient in scenario planning, preparing for various supply chain contingencies.* Familiarity with Project Management and Agile / SaFe Methodologies, supporting efficient project delivery.* Familiarity with SaaS and Cloud Infrastructure, leveraging modern technologies to enhance supply chain capabilities.* Expert in data-driven insight generation, using data to identify opportunities and drive improvements.* In-depth knowledge of end-to-end supply chain and operations, understanding the entire value chain.* Up to 20% international travel#LI-BE2#LI-RemoteCOMPENSATIONIn accordance with state law, the rate or range provided is Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich's"), reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may be higher or lower, based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, shift differential, and Range/Hourly Rate$145,008.45-$217,512.67Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich's"), are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants.Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Rich's. Please contact Rich's Human Resources department at if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process. Minimum Salary: 52,118 Maximum Salary: 52,118 Salary Unit: Yearly

Created: 2024-10-29