Supply Planning Manager

DLF North America is currently recruiting for a Supply Planning Manager for our operation located in Albany, Oregon.

DLF Group is the world leader in the development and sale of high-quality grass seeds for the agricultural forage and (professional) lawn markets. By continuously developing new innovative varieties and products, and with a strong focus on quality and reliability, DLF Group offers demonstrable value to the business of their customers and other relationships.

DLF North America SBU, is one of our four Strategic Business Units. DLF employees are characterized by a high level of competency, passion, and commitment. In everything we do we act with respect, trust and integrity.

Come grow with DLF!

Check us out www.dlf.com (Global) & www.us.dlf.com (USA) & www.ca.dlf.com (CA) & visit our careers page at https://careers.dlf.com.

About the job

The Supply Planning Manager supports operational excellence by managing supply planning activities, aligning resources with demand, and ensuring adherence to governance standards. This role is responsible for defining and improving planning processes, driving consistency across teams, and supporting decision-making through data-driven insights. Additionally, the Supply Planning Manager will play a key role in preparing the organization for the future implementation of Anaplan, ensuring current practices are system-ready and scalable.

Job Responsibilities:

• Execute day-to-day supply planning activities to ensure alignment between supply, demand, and resource capacity.
• Support governance and compliance activities within supply chain planning, ensuring adherence to organizational standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (procurement, operations, finance, etc.) to ensure supply plans align with business priorities and service-level goals.
• Develop and document planning processes, procedures, and workflows to drive standardization and efficiency.
• Monitor supply performance, identify risks or gaps, and recommend corrective actions to maintain service and cost objectives.
• Contribute to readiness for Anaplan implementation by aligning processes and ensuring data, workflows, and planning practices are system-ready.
• Provide data-driven insights and reporting to support decision-making and continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

• 3–5 years of experience in supply planning, operations planning, or supply chain management.
• Strong understanding of supply chain principles, demand/supply balancing, and resource planning.
• Experience with ERP systems; exposure to Anaplan or advanced planning tools a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in Excel and reporting tools.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills; ability to collaborate across functions.
• Comfortable managing competing priorities.

Compensation and Benefits: 

DLF USA Inc. offers a compensation plan that includes a base salary, benefits that include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plan with company contribution, paid holidays, vacation, and personal days. Compensation will be based on experience.

Why work for DLF? 

We do good things! Turf grass is more than just a pretty sight – it helps fight climate change by trapping carbon and preventing soil erosion, making it a vital ally in preserving the environment. Grass acts as a natural filter, purifying water and improving air quality.  Perennial forage grass and legume crops also provide essential habitats for diverse wildlife, showcasing the crucial role of supporting biodiversity and sustaining ecosystems. Grass, alfalfa and clover feed animals and produce oxygen. Just a few reasons.... and many more! Check us out!

Ready to make an impact? We invite you to come and grow with us!

If you meet the above qualifications and are interested in joining our DLF team, please apply to the role on our careers page. https://careers.dlf.com. Please upload your resume and a cover letter highlighting your talent and why you fit this role.

We thank all applicants who apply for this position but advise only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

DLF USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities will be provided upon request during the recruitment, assessment, selection, and placement process. Alternate format available upon request.