CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact.
What does that mean for you? You’ll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. You’ll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. You’ll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our Hybrid Work Model.
Key Responsibilities May Include:
- Analyze data and manage stock to meet demand while preventing overstocks, ensuring optimal inventory levels.
- Monitor and control stock at plants and manufacturers to optimize capacity, reduce costs, and ensure proper stock rotation.
- Use forecasting tools such as SAP, JDA, and Excel to manage orders and predict future demand based on business needs.
- Collaborate with Supply Chain and commercial teams to align business goals with budget and service level agreements (SLAs).
- Develop and update optimization tools to streamline planning processes, minimize unnecessary movements, and improve operational efficiency.
- Prepare and present reports on stock levels, forecasts, and operational performance to support data-driven decision-making.
- Coordinate production planning and logistics to align production volumes with customer demand and safety stock levels.
- Lead initiatives to prevent overstocking and enhance storage, stock rotation, and transportation plans, maximizing handling capacities.
TACTICAL PLANNING
Use Supply Chain and Inventory Management techniques to develop production and transportation plans ensuring high service levels at low cost.
Identify & implement relocation flows to guide master planning Forecast all flows and stocks with the IT Supply Chain Tools.
Produce optimal network location and capacity. Build optimal supply plans
Deliver scenario and contingency planning framework
FORECASTING
Collaborate with sales management team to gather field intelligence regarding customer ordering behaviour
Participate in monthly reviews of demand forecast with Sales, Sales Finance, and Planning managers and directors
Maintain customer forecast profiles Produce optimal network location and capacity.
STRATEGIC PLANNING
Be an essential part of the S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) process in all its stages.
Manage use of CHEP optimization tools to deliver accurate data & reporting.
Track outcomes of short term planning & budget to forecast demand, depict trends and assess variances
Complete ad hoc analysis as required
Identify short, medium and long term opportunities for company direct cost saving and assess their potential impact
Profile
Bachelors degree, Bachelors Science degree on engineering discipline (preferable) or demonstrated equivalent experience in SC Planning Analysis.
Ideally : Knowledge of CHEP, JDA, Power BI, SAP, Blue View
At least 3 years business experience in Supply Chain Management in a manufacturing environment (Production Planning / Logistics Planning / Procurement Planning / Network Optimization)
Advanced experience in Supply Chain Management tools (JDA Manug./ SAP APO, etc.), either as a user or consultant.
Experience with S&OP and with Sales Forecasting and demand planning
Language: Italian, English
Computer: Strong Excel Skills, SAP (ERP + BW / BI) , JDA, Power Query, power BI.
Personal: flexible; collaborative ; problem solving; comfortable working in international environment; strong analytical skills, strong communication skills
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree; an engineering discipline is preferred, or equivalent experience in supply chain planning analysis.
- At least 3 years of business experience in supply chain management within a manufacturing environment.
- Experience in production planning, logistics planning, procurement planning, or network optimization.
- Advanced experience using supply chain management tools such as JDA Manug. or SAP APO, either as a user or consultant.
- Experience with S&OP, sales forecasting, and demand planning.
- Italian and English language proficiency.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
- Knowledge of CHEP, JDA, Power BI, SAP, and Blue View.
- Strong analytical, communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and adaptability skills.
CHEP Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about CHEP and has not been reviewed or approved by CHEP.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) employer match is portrayed as competitive and supportive of long‑term savings. Retirement programs are frequently positioned as a strong part of the total rewards package.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — The Brambles MyShare plan offers company‑matched share purchases after a holding period, enhancing long‑term wealth potential. This structure can be particularly valuable for those planning to stay through the match cycle.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO, paid holidays, and paid volunteer time are consistently highlighted as strengths, with PTO often increasing with tenure. Time‑off programs are described as solid compared with typical offerings.
CHEP Insights
What We Do
CHEP is a global leader in managed, returnable and reusable packaging solutions, serving many of the world's largest companies in sectors such as consumer goods, fresh produce, beverage and automotive. CHEP’s service is environmentally sustainable and increases efficiency for customers while reducing operating risk and product damage. CHEP’s 7,500-plus employees and 300 million pallets and containers offer unbeatable coverage and exceptional value, supporting more than 500,000 customer touch-points in 49 countries. Our customer portfolio includes global companies and brands such as Procter & Gamble, Sysco, Kellogg's, Kraft, Nestlé, Ford and GM. CHEP is part of Brambles Limited. For more information, visit www.chep.com. Reliability. Flexibility. The success of your business depends on both. With CHEP, you can be confident that you’ll get the equipment you need, when and where you need it. Our scale is unmatched, with more than 110 million pallets and over 530 service centers across North America. So you no longer need to worry about seasonal peaks or unexpectedly high demand. With our broad array of solutions and our pragmatic, roll-up-your-sleeves know-how, we give our consumer goods customers the platforms, the quality, the supply and the support they need to make more money on every unit load. Because everything just works better.
