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Capacity Planning Senior Analyst

Massillon, Ohio

Capacity Planning Senior Analyst

Massillon, OH (Hybrid Schedule)

 

The Capacity Planning Senior Analyst plays a critical role in establishing an efficient and optimized plan to balance demand and supply within a dynamic food manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for analyzing production capabilities, forecasting capacity needs, and developing data-driven strategies to align manufacturing resources with demand. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, cross-functional collaboration, and a deep understanding of manufacturing operations and supply chain planning.

Your Seat at the Table:

  • Capacity Analysis & Modeling
    • Develop and maintain capacity models for manufacturing lines, equipment, and staffing requirements across 17 facilities.
    • Analyze historical production data and forecasted demand to identify capacity constraints and opportunities.
    • Develop capacity modeling tools that are architected to inherently capture and reflect historical performance trends and their operational impacts, enabling more responsive and strategic planning.
    • Discover and champion immediate to 5-year capacity strategies to support business growth and seasonal fluctuations.
  • Scenario Planning & Optimization
    • Conduct what-if analyses to evaluate the impact of new product introductions, line changes, or shifts in demand.
    • Partner with operations and engineering to assess feasibility and productivity of capacity solutions.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
    • Work closely with Demand Planning, Production Scheduling, Material Planning, Commercialization, Engineering and Operations teams to align capacity plans with business objectives.
    • Lead structured and collaborative Supply Review meetings with site leaders to drive the integrity of capacity plan inputs and ensure alignment on the forward-looking projection.
    • Guide the operations leadership team, as part of the Executive S&OP process, through the network capacity outlook, as well as capacity opportunities, risks, and mitigation strategies.
    • Develop dashboards and reports to cross-functionally communicate capacity utilization, constraints, bottlenecks, and KPIs.
  • Continuous Improvement
    • Identify and implement process and modeling improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and scalability of capacity planning.
    • Stay current with industry best practices and emerging technologies in supply chain analytics and manufacturing planning.

What you Bring to the Table:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Analytics, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in capacity planning, production planning, or supply chain analytics
  • Strong proficiency in Excel, ERP systems, and systematic planning tools
  • Experience with data visualization tools and statistical analysis
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic and cross-functional environment

Preferred Skills:

  • Knowledge of food manufacturing processes, regulatory requirements, and shelf-life considerations
  • Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies
  • Familiarity with automation and digital transformation initiatives in manufacturing and planning
  • Experience in implementing integrated planning tools

 

We Offer a Feast of Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Flexible Spending Account, Retirement Savings Plan with Match, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Group Critical Accident Insurance, Group Critical Illness Insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and numerous opportunities to volunteer in the communities in which we operate.

 

You will be considered for employment in our inclusive workplace

Because at Shearer’s, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

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