Planning and Distribution Manager

People are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in working together, speaking honestly, taking ownership, and creating value in everything we deliver. Our culture is built on collaboration, accountability, and a shared commitment to growing stronger together. Joining the team means being part of an environment where people support each other and take pride in making a real impact. 

We believe the best results come from collaboration, sharing perspectives, and working as a team. 

A workplace where collaboration is encouraged and valued:

Salary range 005: $84,200-$105,200 (Salary will be determined based on skills, education, training & experience related to the position.)

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7am-4pm with flexibility needed for operational needs

Competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package focusing on your physical, financial, and emotional health to include the following perks as well as the standard benefit offerings: 

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance 

• 401(k) with 7% company contributions 

• 3 weeks Paid Time Off

• Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays

• Paid parental leave

• Advancement Opportunities

How you will contribute to collective success:

We are looking for a Planning and Distribution Manager in Le Sueur, MN.

The Planning and Distribution Manager is responsible for planning, directing, coordinating, and managing all activities related to distribution and logistics, including, but not limited to: Cheese and Whey shipping, inventory of finished goods production, purchasing of materials and packaging, inventory management, managing distribution and warehouse personnel, and managing external warehousing logistics and processes.

• Manage the activities of personnel engaged in the shipping of cheese and whey products to customers.

• Manage ERP system and train personnel in use and management of the systems.

• Train personnel involved in distribution activities. Create and develop Standard Operating Procedures and training programs to ensure that the tasks are carried out with safety, quality, and productivity in mind.

• Ensure staffing is appropriate and trained to function in each area for optimal and efficient receipt, shipment, transfer, and fulfillment of products.

• Manage in coordination with the Plant Manager to develop processes related to shipping and inventory management.

• Work with the appropriate people in other departments to manage all the quality-related requirements within the shipping/receiving process; implement process improvements as needed.

• Oversee Inventory Management including inventory receipts through POs and batch processing, physical inventories, ordering packaging supplies and salt.

• Compiles, analyzes and reports on various aspects of obtaining, maintaining and distributing inventories.

• Direct implementation of objectives, goals and policies of direct and indirect reports.

• Manage loads with shipping clerks to include manifest, bills of lading, invoices, orders and other records to define shipping priorities, work assignments and shipping methods.

• Coordinate and direct sales orders with Custom and Whey sales.

• Oversee and ensure GMPs are followed and the overall cleanliness of the warehouse is maintained.

• Responsible for ensuring staff and all warehouse infrastructures are compliant with FDA/SQF/NSF regulations.

The type of team player who fits with the team:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field required.

• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.

• Minimum five (5) years of supply chain management experience required.

• Supply Chain / APICS certification preferred.

A role for those who know performance is built together.

We dairy you! JOIN AGROPUR.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. 

In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.