Job DescriptionThis role is accountable for planning & managing the distribution for the Research and Fine Chemicals businesses. Responsibilities include material replenishment, inventory management, and order fulfillment across >3000 materials at this location. This role ensures on-time stock transfer orders are placed with internal and external source locations to achieve inventory targets for the line of business. You will partner with 3rd party warehouse resources to ensure receipt of inbound materials, delivery creation for outbound materials, and timely transactions to maintain SAP inventory record accuracy.
You will partner with logistics, commercial, and customer care resources to escalate and resolve barriers to customer delivery, including process improvement projects. You will drive Inventory optimization efforts to improve alignment of inventory levels to targets, including efforts to disposition excess inventory. You will have significant authority to work cross-functionally to deliver best in class delivery and inventory performance.
Key Responsibilities- Lead SIOP supply planning process, including translation of demand plan into feasible supply plan requirements, Capacity planning (assets, materials supply, contract manufacturers), and identify and escalate materials constraints with procurement for resolution for the specific line(s) of business under your responsibility.
- Own material availability for Order fulfillment - ensures finished goods are positioned in the right place at the right time to meet demand
- Manage and respond to MRP exception messages on replenishment orders to maintain target stocking levels and meet demands of each product.
- Resolve barriers to Sales Order fulfillment including escalation of blocks, alternate pack sizes, alternate shipping locations to achieve targeted service levels by customer segment.
- Ensure inventory, past due, distribution site performance reporting accuracy, including adherence to cycle counting processes.
- Maintain monthly Revenue projections based on open orders and available materials.
- Provide sales and customer service teams with visibility of order status.
- Drive Inventory reduction efforts, including off-quality, expiring shelf life, and slow-moving items, for sales or disposition to achieve the inventory DOS KPI.
- Participate and lead project teams to solve x-functional issues impacting the SIOP and Order Fulfillment processes.
- Partners with 3PL and Logistics teams ensure inventory accuracy remains at or above targets.
- Maintain and govern MRP master data for the responsible line(s) of businesses.
- The preferred location is Houston, TX. Morris Plains NJ would be considered.
QualificationsYOU MUST HAVE: - 5+ years of professional planning experience in material replenishment, inventory management, and order fulfillment to deliver revenue, customer delivery, cost, and inventory performance.
- Demonstrated success in fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
- Self-starter with ability to independently drive improvements.
- Strong SAP skills and experience.
- Strong analytical and communication skills.
WE VALUE:- BS degree in Supply Chain management, or a related field.
- APICS CPIM certification.
- Green Belt certification.
- Familiar with standard inventory concepts, practices and procedures.
- Experience with large product portfolios (high SKU count).
- Team oriented and collaborative.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to multitask with strong project management and problem-solving skills
- Proven results delivering innovative solutions to complex supply chain problems
- Experience on leading / driving change, and mentoring peers
- Passion for driving continuous improvement/lean six sigma
COMPENSATIONThe annual base salary range for this position is $93,712K - $117,110K. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Solstice Advanced Materials considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities or the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR SOLSTICE ADANVED MATERIALIn addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Solstice Advanced Materials employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts
