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Our Global Supply Chain is a network of more than 300 manufacturing plants, distribution centers and other facilities designed and located to support our direct sales, marketing and distribution activities. We enable company growth by delivering savings through more efficient operations and high levels of service that create competitive advantage while earning and keeping customers' trust.
We are seeking a Planning Manager to be responsible for a larger and/or more complex organization. As the Planning Manager, you will drive improvement of supply assumptions, exception management and root cause analysis to identify deviations and issues for the long-term planning. You will act as a strategic partner, skilled in change management and highly proficient in influencing across a wide network of both internal and external stakeholders. You may manage a team of individuals with varying levels of experience.
What's in it For You:
- Opportunity for a long-term career path that allows for exposure into all areas of Ecolab's supply chain
- Access to best-in-class resources, tools, and technology
- Thrive in a company that values sustainability, drives a safety-focused culture and has been recognized as one of the most ethical companies in the world
What You Will Do:
Leadership and Oversight:
- Provide leadership and direction for the planning team, overseeing day-to-day activities and strategic decision-making
- Set clear objectives and guide the team to ensure alignment with overall supply chain goals
- Lead and facilitate regular team meetings to discuss progress, challenges, and opportunities
Escalations and Decision-Making:
- Handle escalations and complex issues related to toller management, finished goods planning, and inventory
- Make critical decisions that impact the efficiency and effectiveness of the supply chain operations
Projects and Process Improvement:
- Lead and drive projects focused on cost savings, process improvements, and supply chain optimization
- Identify opportunities for streamlining processes, reducing lead times, and improving overall supply chain performance
Talent Development:
- Develop and mentor team members, providing guidance, training, and support to foster talent and skill development
- Conduct performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback to enhance individual and team performance
- Other areas of responsibility could include, but are not limited to, one or more of the following:
- High level sourcing decisions & manufacturing plans
- Driving improvement of supply assumptions
- Root-cause analysis for deviations in long-term planning processes
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Team & Talent development
- Order level service
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree
- 6 years of Planning, Logistics, Manufacturing experience
- 1 year experience leading others
- Proficiency with an ERP, advanced planning system, analytical system or equivalent
- No immigration sponsorship for this role
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or related field of study
- Advanced technical or business degree, MBA preferred
- Experience in operational excellence and project management such as TPM, Lean Six Sigma, continuous improvement, Green Belt, etc.
- APICS Certification
- Direct people management experience
- Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills to drive decisions and build consensus among stakeholders
- Ability to create, clearly articulate and execute on a strategic vision
- Strong business acumen and experience collaborating with Operations, Marketing and Customers
- Skilled in resolving conflict situations effectively
Benefits
Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families. to see our benefits.
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Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.
In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA). Our goal is to fully utilize minority, female, disabled and covered veteran individuals at all levels of the workforce. Ecolab is a place where you can grow your career, own your future and impact what matters.
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.