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KENT WORLDWIDE · 1 month ago

INTEGRATED BUSINESS PLANNING MANAGER

Muscatine, IA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

KENT WORLDWIDE is a family-owned company committed to excellence in animal care, human nutrition, and specialty ingredients. They are seeking an experienced Integrated Business Planning (IBP) Manager to lead the IBP process, ensuring alignment between demand, supply, and financial plans while driving cross-functional collaboration to achieve business objectives.

Animal FeedManufacturingWholesale

Responsibilities

Own the Integrated Business Planning process for the business unit, ensuring compliance with corporate standards and governance

Lead and oversee the monthly IBP cycle, ensuring effective execution of Demand Review and Supply Review meetings led by the Demand and Supply Managers

Lead Integrated Reconciliation and Management Business Review sessions to align demand, supply, and financial plans across functions

Track and report KPIs such as forecast accuracy, inventory health, service levels, and financial alignment to measure process effectiveness

Identify potential risks and opportunities within the planning horizon and develop actionable mitigation strategies

Serve as the main point of contact between the business unit and the corporate IBP governance team, ensuring consistent communication and alignment

Drive initiatives to enhance IBP effectiveness, streamline processes, and embed best practices across the organization

Work closely with operations, procurement, transportation, and warehousing teams to address supply constraints and ensure alignment with demand requirements

Utilize scenario analysis and contingency planning to proactively address demand variability or supply disruptions, ensuring timely recommendations that safeguard business continuity

Partner with R&D/Innovation teams to incorporate new product launches into demand and supply plans

Ensure accuracy of data inputs and collaborate with IT/analytics teams to optimize planning tools and reporting capabilities

Ensure IBP outputs align with budgeting and financial forecasting cycles

Lead efforts to educate stakeholders on IBP principles and processes

Prepare and present IBP insights and recommendations to senior leadership

Qualification

Integrated Business PlanningSupply Chain ManagementDemand PlanningMicrosoft D365SAPOracleAnalytical SkillsData ModelingScenario PlanningCommunication SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Finance, or a related field

5+ years of experience in supply chain planning, demand planning, or integrated business planning within a manufacturing or distribution environment

Experience facilitating cross-functional processes and working with senior leadership

Proficiency in planning systems and tools (e.g., Microsoft D365, SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP platforms)

Strong analytical skills with expertise in Excel, data modeling, and scenario planning

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Knowledgeable about supply planning and end-to-end supply chain concepts

Company

KENT WORLDWIDE

Since 1927, KENT WORLDWIDE has been guided by a deep commitment to animal care, human nutrition, and doing what’s right — values that have shaped its evolution into a globally diversified company.

Founded in 1927

Muscatine, Iowa, USA

1001-5000 employees