JOB DESCRIPTION
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 Planner to manage a medium product portfolio, network, or division. As the Planner, you will be accountable for the Demand, Supply, or Raw Material plan to ensure customer requirements are met through S&OP, Mid-Long Term Capacity Planning, or Material Resolution. You will act as a liaison between production and various other internal and external stakeholders.
What’s in it For You:
1. Opportunity for a long-term career path that allows for exposure into all areas of Ecolab’s supply chain
2. Access to best-in-class resources, tools, and technology
3. 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:
4. Accountable for the Demand, Supply, or Raw Material plan to ensure customer requirements are met through S&OP, Mid-Long Term Capacity Planning, or Material Resolution
5. May also manage short-term supply or raw material scheduling/planning for a large facility and/or complex product line
6. Intermediate problem identification/solving and navigating ambiguous situations
7. Utilizes project management skills to participate in and/or lead small to medium scope/business impact continuous improvement activities
8. Applies knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance organizational goals
9. Builds internal/external partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
10. May help design and establish new processes or solutions to drive value through increased efficiency or performance
11. Manages daily operational partnerships with internal plants, warehouses and/or external suppliers
Minimum Qualifications:
12. Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Statistics, Supply Chain Management, Operational Management, or other relevant areas of expertise.
13. 2 years of work experience in supply chain planning, finance, marketing, or a related analytical discipline
14. Significant experience with SAP is a core prerequisite.
15. High level of proficiency with MS Office, primarily Excel including proficiency in Pivot charts and tables, V/H/X Look up and other slightly more advanced formula.
16. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with different audiences
17. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to drive decisions and build consensus among stakeholders
18. Ability to navigate complex policy, process, and people-related organizational dynamics
19. A track record of successfully delivering to Key Performance Indicators and business objectives
20. Experience with cross-functional collaboration and communication skills
21. Demonstrated ability for using a strategic mindset
Preferred Qualifications
22. Advanced technical or business degree, MBA preferred
23. Experience in operational excellence and project management such as TPM, Lean Six Sigma, continuous improvement, Green Belt, etc.
24. APICS Certification
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, colour, 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.
Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging
Ecolab is committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and furthering the principles of Equal Opportunity to Employment. We will recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance in all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement. Ecolab 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, or disability.