CASE STUDY

Optimized Master Planning Tool to Achieve 96% OTIF for PE-Owned Pet Treat Manufacturer

Challenge

A private equity-owned pet treat manufacturer faced a lack of visibility into the supply chain ranging from raw materials to finished goods, causing missed orders and $200K+ of annual penalties.

The company aimed to develop a recovery plan in line with real business data and incorporate all relevant organizational stakeholders.

Approach

  • Evaluated organizational data capabilities, including gaps between data and planning processes
  • Developed MRP-style Planning Tool to aid in inventory recovery and assist with long-term production planning
  • Performed capacity assessment to identify opportunities for increased throughput and yield
  • Reengineered supply chain meetings to be more data-driven with accountability for decision-making and mishaps
  • Forecasted raw material usage based on production plan

Results

I.

Established rolling 13-week master planning process to build recovery plan based on forward-looking sales

II.

Achieved schedule attainment of 96% by driving a fixed weekly baking & packaging schedule based on demand

III.

Developed KPIs to monitor manufacturing plant progress to achieve recovery plan

IV.

Implemented cross-functional Supply Chain Review meeting to ensure alignment between Sales and Operations personnel

Results

I.

Established rolling 13-week master planning process to build recovery plan based on forward-looking sales

II.

Achieved schedule attainment of 96% by driving a fixed weekly baking & packaging schedule based on demand

III.

Developed KPIs to monitor manufacturing plant progress to achieve recovery plan

IV.

Implemented cross-functional Supply Chain Review meeting to ensure alignment between Sales and Operations personnel

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