Planner Lead
Ecolab
Ecolab is seeking a Lead Supply Planner to join our Supply Chain Planning team and play a key role in driving transformation and improvements across our third-party operations. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams within the Supply Chain to develop and execute accurate supply plans that meet customer needs and support company growth.
What’s in it For You:
Opportunity for a long term career path that allows for exposure into all areas of the 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
Comprehensive benefits package starting day 1 of employment- medical, dental, vision, matching 401k, company paid pension, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement and more!
What You Will Do:
Lead a team of 10+ planners across various countries, accountable of the supply of more than 400 suppliers, both Equipment and Chemicals products
Set performance review, monitor KPIs (Order placed on time, Order confirmed, Order delivery on time…), and lead actions to maintain and improve
Manage the supply of a large product portfolio: Accountable for the Supply plan of products to ensure customer requirements are met through
Support the team on back-orders resolution with Supply Chain stakeholders and take necessary actions to expedite deliveries, avoiding disruption to our customers
Utilize project management skills to lead complex, large scope/business impact continuous improvement activities
Coordinate and execute tactical actions to meet service and inventory target
Utilize root cause analysis and Kaizen methodology to identify failures/waste and find sustainable solutions
Build and maintain strong relations with supply chain stakeholders (vendors, procurement, network planners…)
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree
6 years of experience in Business, Supply Chain or a related field
3 years of experience in Supply Planning
Strong business acumen and experience with the divisions, markets, customers and products in the demand plan
High quality of work and engagement in assigned tasks, using your proactiveness, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Very good organizational and time management skills and know how to meet deadlines
Strong desire to challenge and improve status-quo
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Immigration sponsorship not available for this role
Preferred Qualifications:
CPIM Certified
High level proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Microsoft Excel, and Power BI
Proficiency in SAP
Ability to work in an international matrixed environment
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.