Manager-Supply Planning

We, at Leggett & Platt Inc., are searching for a Manager- Supply Chain within our US Spring team to help support our bedding  business.  Did you know we have been revolutionizing the sleep industry since 1883?  That’s right!  In fact, we hold the original patent on a spiral steel coil bed spring, filed way back in 1885.  Since then, we have been an industry leader in guaranteeing you get the best sleep possible.  If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives.

As a Manager- Supply Chain you will have the opportunity to collaborate with Master Schedulers, Branch Managers, Purchasing Managers, and others across the business to implement and standardize effective supply planning processes.  Your contributions will have a direct impact on the business by enhancing Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) processes and drive operational excellence and process improvements.  The team you will be working with is collaborative and innovative, and values challenging work and diversity of thought. 

So, what will you be doing as a Manager- Supply Planning?

• Collaborate with cross-functional partners, including the Demand Planning team, Manufacturing branches, DC managers, and Business Unit leadership, to help build an integrated and effective supply chain.
• Partner with and learn from experienced planners and leaders, supporting production planning for Comfort Core, Grids, and Open Coil production lines.
• Contribute to the S&OP process, supporting improvements that align planning and inventory with business objectives.
• Assist in the coordination between Wire and Spring production planning to help drive stability and alignment across the vertically integrated supply chain.
• Support ongoing efforts to streamline and improve supply planning processes, helping to reduce inefficiencies and non-value-added work.
• Learn and apply principles of lean manufacturing, APICS best practices, and ERP (LPCS) utilization.
• Assist in evaluating freight and warehouse planning requirements to support cost-effective decisions.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects and develop your expertise in process reengineering.
• Help develop and support master production planning efforts that improve utilization of labor and equipment across manufacturing branches.
• Work with teams to forecast raw material requirements and support inventory optimization.
• Assist in planning and executing manufacturing operational run sequencing strategies.

To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

• 5-10 years of experience in a supply chain, scheduling, operations, or planning role (e.g. production scheduling, inventory management, procurement, capacity planning.)

Things we consider a plus:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Logistics, Operations, or a related field.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, LPCS).
• Proficiency in Excel and data analysis (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.).
• Professional Development: Interest in or working toward certifications such as APICS (CPIM, CSCP) or Oliver Wight S&OP is a plus.
• Soft Skills: Strong communication, curiosity, and a desire to learn and grow into a leadership role. Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional environment.

What to Do Next

Now that you’ve had a chance to learn more about us, what are you waiting for! Apply today and allow us the opportunity to learn more about you and the value you can bring to our team. Once you apply, be sure to create a profile, and sign up for job alerts, so you can be the first to know when new opportunities become available.

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• Put People First reflects our commitment to safety and care of each other, learning and development, and creating an inclusive environment of mutual respect, empathy and belonging.
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• Do Great Work…Together occurs when we engage without hierarchy, collaborate as a team, embrace challenges, and work for the good of all of us.
• Take Ownership and Raise the Bar demonstrates our responsibility to add value and make a difference, challenge the status quo and biases to make things better, foster innovative and creative solutions to drive impact, and explore new perspectives and embrace change.

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We welcome and encourage applications if you meet the minimum qualifications. Even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications, we’d love the opportunity to consider you.

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