Supply Planning Coordinator

About O-I

O-I is a leading global manufacturer of glass bottles and jars, with a legacy spanning over 120 years and more than 1,800 patents. We provide premium, sustainable glass packaging for renowned brands in food, beverages, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. Our mission is to innovate in the glass packaging industry to create a healthier, more sustainable, and engaging future. Our Packaging Solutions division strives to be a world-class distributor and aims to be the benchmark for engaging emerging and small customers globally, while fostering an inclusive environment with growth and advancement opportunities.

Role Overview

The Supply Planning Coordinator is crucial in ensuring product availability throughout the O-I Packaging Solutions network. Reporting directly to the Supply Chain Lead, this role collaborates extensively with sourcing, manufacturing, sales, and service teams to develop supply plans, manage inventory, and coordinate intercompany transfers to meet client demands. This position emphasizes data-driven decision-making and cross-functional teamwork to balance customer service, inventory optimization, production capacity, and cost controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Formulate and manage sourcing strategies and inventory replenishment schedules that align with demand forecasts.
• Monitor and coordinate production plans with sourcing partners, adapting to changing forecasts, inventory levels, and customer needs.
• Work closely with Demand Planning, Sales Service, and Business Management to resolve supply chain challenges and establish aligned supply strategies.
• Contribute to Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) by sharing critical insights about inventory, capacity, supply, and logistics for informed decisions.
• Control inventory levels to meet customer service goals while optimizing working capital.
• Analyze inventory safety stock, targets, forecasting inputs, and trends to enhance supply chain efficiency.
• Prepare and maintain reports covering inventory status, stock transfers, and supply chain dashboards.
• Manage Stock Transfer Orders and intercompany inventory movements across warehouses and facilities.
• Oversee daily to monthly inventory control activities across company and third-party warehouse sites.
• Support repackaging, decoration, and special project initiatives to satisfy customer and operational requirements.
• Provide analytical assistance on business projects, continuous improvement efforts, and operational performance reviews.

Impact and Scope

• Enhances business results by boosting supply chain efficiency, service dependability, and cost management.
• Acts as a strategic liaison, connecting teams and minimizing silo-related inefficiencies.
• Promotes a culture of data-centric decision-making, accountability, and ongoing improvement.
• Helps identify and mitigate supply chain risks through proactive problem-solving.
• Balances day-to-day operational excellence with longer-term strategic transformations.
• Requires strong data analysis, business case development, organizational skills, and conflict resolution abilities.

Candidate Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in supply chain, business, engineering, operations management, logistics, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• Between 3 and 5 years of experience in supply chain planning, production scheduling, inventory management, logistics, or related areas.
• Comprehensive understanding of supply chain operations including planning, inventory control, logistics, and forecasting.
• Experience with ERP systems, particularly SAP; familiarity with SAP APO and planning tools is an advantage.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Office suite.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities capable of handling extensive data and deriving actionable insights.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills with a proven ability to collaborate across teams.
• Capable of managing multiple priorities effectively in a dynamic environment.
• APICS certifications such as CPIM, CSCP, or CFPIM are preferred.

Additional Information

• Salary Range: $70,000 to $87,000 annually, adjusted according to experience and job-related factors.
• Relocation assistance is available.
• Generous vacation and paid holidays.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Pre-tax benefit accounts.
• Well-being programs with employer contribution opportunities.
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Disability insurance coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plans with company contributions and financial advisory services.
• Employee Assistance Programs.

O-I is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities who contact the company accordingly.