Supply Chain Planning Jobs in New Jersey

INTRODUCTION

The Supply Chain Planning & Reporting Specialist is responsible for facilitating the monthly Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process to ensure alignment between demand, supply & cross functional teams toward achieving overall business objectives & the Operational Plan. This role analyzes historical sales data, forecasts, inventory levels, and operational capacity to develop actionable insights that influence decision-making.

MEASURES OF SUCCESS:

- Partner with Sales and Marketing teams to validate demand forecasts and integrate market intelligence, including promotions, seasonality, and new product launches, into planning assumptions.
- Analyze historical sales trends and forecast performance to support accurate demand planning initiatives.
- Develop, maintain, and analyze KPI dashboards and reporting tools related to forecast accuracy, inventory turns, fill rate, service levels, and Plan vs. Actual performance.
- Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports to support leadership decision-making and operational reviews.
- Coordinate and prepare materials for monthly S&OP meetings, including Demand Review and Supply Review sessions.
- Present key findings, supply-demand gaps, risks, and recommendations to cross-functional stakeholders and leadership teams.
- Conduct “what-if” scenario analysis to evaluate the impact of supply chain disruptions, capacity limitations, or shifts in customer demand.
- Support contingency planning and risk mitigation strategies through data-driven analysis.
- Conduct system data audits and partner with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure accuracy of information.

IDEAL CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES:

- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or a related field required.
- 2–5 years of experience in Supply Chain, Demand Planning, Inventory Planning, Business Analytics, or a related analytical role.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex datasets and identify trends.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and Power Query.
- Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics.
- Familiarity with business intelligence and data visualization tools including Tableau or Power BI.
- Excellent communication & presentation skills with the ability to translate data into actionable business insights that influence business decision making.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborative mindset with experience working cross-functionally across Sales, Operations, Finance, and Supply Chain teams.

BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS:

- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
- Free Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance.
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
- 401k with a 3% company match and annual profit-sharing bonus!
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Discounts on Pet supplies, cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more.
- Education Assistance. (both college degrees and professional certifications)

Referral Program with a cash bonus.

LOCATION:

Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2022 net sales of $3.3 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the Pet and Garden industries. The Company’s innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro®, Aqueon®, Cadet®, Farnam®, Ferry~Morse®, Four Paws®, Kaytee®, K&H®, Nylabone® and Pennington®, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central Garden & Pet is based in Walnut Creek, California and has over 7,000 employees across North America and Europe.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.