As the Director of Planning at Tropicale Foods, LLC, Michelle Simutis plays a pivotal role in bridging the gap between sales and supply chain operations, ensuring that the company meets its ambitious growth targets while maintaining operational efficiency. With a strong focus on the Sales,...
As the Director of Planning at Tropicale Foods, LLC, Michelle Simutis plays a pivotal role in bridging the gap between sales and supply chain operations, ensuring that the company meets its ambitious growth targets while maintaining operational efficiency. With a strong focus on the Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) process, Michelle leads her team in transforming sales forecasts into actionable demand plans, ultimately guiding the production process to ensure timely order fulfillment. Her expertise in beverage manufacturing and food and beverage operations allows her to adeptly manage the complexities of capacity planning across multiple production facilities and co-manufacturers.
Michelle’s collaborative approach is essential in her interactions with key stakeholders, including sales teams, manufacturers, and 3PL partners. By fostering open communication and sharing critical insights, she ensures that inventory levels are optimized and that the company can respond swiftly to market demands. One of her key projects includes spearheading the upcoming ERP launch in 2024, which aims to streamline operations and enhance data visibility across the organization. This initiative is expected to significantly improve decision-making processes and operational agility.
In addition to her operational responsibilities, Michelle is deeply involved in SKU rationalization and innovation strategies, working closely with the sales team to identify opportunities for growth in the dietary supplements and dairy products sectors. Her commitment to continuous improvement in manufacturing processes and supply chain operations not only drives efficiency but also positions Tropicale Foods as a leader in the competitive food and beverage industry. With a keen eye for detail and a strategic mindset, Michelle Simutis is dedicated to delivering exceptional results that align with the company’s vision for sustainable growth.
