JOB PURPOSE

Supply Chain Planning & Scheduling Trainee's will gain knowledge and develop a deep understanding of Seaboard Foods' fresh pork processing specifically within the areas of planning & scheduling while also gaining knowledge in other areas of the supply chain including inventory & logistics. Trainees will receive management, departmental, and leadership training necessary to prepare them for a scheduling or other supply chain focused role within Seaboard Foods. The role of accountability will be in the corporate office in the Kansas City metro area. Trainees are expected to travel frequently to work with our plant operations team in Guymon, OK. Upon completion of the training period (time period varies by individual and open positions), scheduling trainees will be prepared for a role of accountability in transportation, scheduling, planning or inventory.

ABOUT US

At Seaboard Foods, we create the most sought-after pork. A top U.S. pork producer/processor and leading exporter to 30+ countries, we are committed to bringing excellence to the table, seeking a better way to produce wholesome pork and connect every step between our farms and family tables. More than 5,400 employees in five states work on our farms, feed mills, and processing plant to produce Prairie Fresh pork, ensuring the well-being of our animals, the environment, our employees, and the communities we call home. We are a Fortune 500 employer, recently nominated by the Business Journal as one of the "Best Places to Work", representing our dynamic culture, where our employees can contribute and understand why they matter.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Develop thorough understanding of shipping, traffic & transportation systems along with standard operating procedures, as well as the coordination required between sales, scheduling, shipping, and transportation.
• Schedule and monitor shipping schedule and customer loads.
• Understand the supply planning/scheduling processes/systems and assist both the corporate and plant scheduler/planner as needed; cover areas/plants during PTO and/or other absences.
• Support internal or customer projects aimed at reducing unallocated inventory and improving quality, pricing, shortages, overages, shipping or any other related opportunities.
• Analyze data to identify areas of opportunity and maximize profitability across all aspects of operations.

• Understand how standard yields are established and work closely with FP&A, sales and product management to maintain accurate data for planning purposes.
• Develop and/or enhance Product Availability Models using scheduling tools that support product availability ensuring plant capacities, hog weights & inventory are effectively planned
• Coordinates the analysis of operational information by collecting and summarizing data using Microsoft Excel and other department software & tools such as Tableau.
• Analyze data to understand the relationships of weights and yields among different product lines.

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS IN ALL ROLES: instills trust, communicates effectively, action-oriented, ensures accountability, and drives results.

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES for this role: Manage Complexity and Situational adaptability

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year university or college, an Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school preferred; or two to four years demonstrated experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Related areas of study include supply chain operations, industrial engineering, business management, information systems or other related field or experience.
• Process minded, numbers-oriented and logistics driven.
• Enjoys problem solving and works well in a rapidly changing environment.
• Good critical thinking and judgement skills to reach the best possible solution to a problem.
• Ability to communicate effectively with and create content that is easily interpreted by a diverse group of people such as employees, supervisors, and senior management.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical and work demands listed here represent those an employee should possess to successfully perform the job's essential functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Primarily an office environment with some need to work in the field.
• The hours and days of work are established by departmental needs and at the discretion of management. After-hours, weekends, and overnight travel as requested.

WHY SEABOARD FOODS?

• Medical, vision & dental benefits upon hire
• 401K with company match
• Paid Time Off & Company Holidays
• Wellness Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee pork purchase program

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Seaboard Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by law.