Program Planner

The McLane team is the driving force behind our success. A diverse group of professionals, from Sales and IT to Dispatchers and Mechanics, work together seamlessly to keep our operations running smoothly. Their dedication, expertise, and collaborative spirit are essential to achieving our goals and supporting other teams within the organization. As a member of our team, you'll have the chance to learn from industry leaders, develop your skills, and build lasting connections with colleagues nationwide.  

The Program Planner is responsible for ensuring an adequate inventory of all new or promotional products is on hand in all locations to support the marketing efforts of our customers. Manage sell-through of inventory to limit financial exposure associated with obsolescence. Communicate within McLane, with customers and suppliers regarding promotional efforts or activity needed to successfully support the initiative. The purchase of promotional stocks has significant implications within the business. Dollar expenditures are routinely seven figures. Purchasing decisions impact division capacity and manpower planning as well as inbound freight. Failure to properly execute will result in losses for the customers involved and badly tarnish the image of McLane. Repeated failures could lead to loss of account. 

• →Work with chain on promotions and menu changes. Ensure information provided is accurate and sufficient to support the planned activity. 
• →Review and monitor new item and/or new vendor set up requests for reasonableness and accuracy of data. 
• →Analyze and load promotional forecast data into purchasing system.  Identify concerns with the forecast or promotional inventory build. 
• →Purchase or monitor the purchase of all items across all divisions in support of chain promotional efforts. Monitor the build-up and sell-through of inventory to ensure against inventory obsolescence. 
• →Communicate to all affected parties the timing and special circumstances associated with promotions, new items, item replacements, limited time offers, toy items etc. Interactions will include Chain personnel, Franchisees, Distribution Centers, Pricing, Logistics, Accounting, IT and others. 
• →Coordinate and monitor auto-shipments, restrictions or allocations to support chain or manage tight supplies. 
• →Work with C.O.M. Team to ensure accuracy of customer order guides. 
• →Participate in chain and/or concept purchasing group conference calls. 
• →Determine franchise- and store-level participation in promotions and special product offerings. Obtain documentation and maintain compliance with AIP requests. 
• →Responsible for billing and collection of funds due resulting from inventory transfers, storage fees, product recalls, vendor shipping errors etc. 
• →Other duties may be assigned. 

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business or related field. 
• Have 2 years purchasing experience in a high volume, high inventory turn environment. 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Demonstrated analytical skills with strong attention to detail. 
• Strong computer literacy with demonstrated ability in working with spreadsheets. 
• Prior foodservice industry experience in procurement, operations or sales. 
• This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards.

• Teamwork oriented 
• Organized 
• Problem solver 
• Detailed 

We’ve been forging our path as a leader in the distribution industry since 1894. Building an expansive nationwide network of team members for 130+ years has allowed us to stay agile for our clients across the restaurant, retail, and e-commerce industries. We look to the future and are ready to continue making industry-defining moves by embracing the newest technology into our practices, continuing team member training, and emphasizing our people-centered culture.  

Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws.  

All 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. 

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