Ashland has an exciting opportunity for a SBU Planning Lead to join our Life Sciences business. This remote role is a very visible, significant role within the Company and the Supply Chain function. This position will report to Global SC Director, Life Sciences.
**This role is open to anyone living on the East Coast or Central Times zones**
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Leading Sales & Operational Planning (S&OP) activities for assigned SBUs & regional BU, to balance customer service, capacity, inventory & operational costs.
- Facilitating resolution of near-term supply issues in partnership with Business Management, Commercial teams, and Regional Supply Chain.
- Working with assigned manufacturing locations in the development and execution of production plans.
- Working with Supply Coordinators on resupply planning through hub & spoke networks, for the assigned SBUs.
- Monitoring of key performance metrics focused on service, inventory, and execution to meet targets & drive continuous improvement.
- Actively contribute to the organizational goals by taking initiative, executing on goals and focusing on performance and safety
- Improve the organization capacity and capabilities through building collaborative relationships, optimizing diverse talent and utilizing positive communications and influence with others
- Up to 20% travel (likely once a quarter, scheduled)
In order to be qualified for this role, you must possess the following:
- 5 -7-year experience in Supply Chain Planning, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Logistics or Finance within an International working environment.
- Experience with SAP.
- Experience with Advanced Planning software systems preferred.
- Must be proficient in Excel, with access a plus.
- Excellent communication (written & verbal in English), logic, and reasoning skills; additional languages are a plus.
- Positive, results-driven attitude.
- Flexible work schedule preferred to allow support for regions in various time zones.
- Demonstrated responsible and ethical behavior at all times.
- The ability to help the company drive greater value through understanding the business, and making complex decisions.
The following skill sets are preferred by the business unit:
- Bachelor’s degree; MBA a plus
- APICS CPIM certification a plus
- Lean / Six Sigma certification if preferred
- Five years of SC planning experience
Perks of working at Ashland:
- Team recognition rewards, sponsored lunches and monetary incentives based on performance
- Comprehensive Benefit package, Medical, Dental and Vision starting on Day 1 for you AND your family
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Supporting work/life balance, we offer Flexible office location – Remote/Hybrid
