Lead Expert Material Planning - Princeton, NJ

Lead Expert Material Planning

Somerset, NJ

Hybrid

Band H

 

We are currently hiring for a Lead Expert Material Planning role in our Somerset, NJ site.  Material Planning plays a critical role within our supply chain supporting the delivery of our customer commitments, as well as top and bottom-line results.  In this role you will be responsible for leading the Material Planning team for our Somerset, NJ and Van Nuys, CA sites.  You will work with cross-functional partners ensuring the efficient flow of materials in support of customer and site requirements while managing both tactical and strategic initiatives to enhance value delivery. 

 

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated. 

 

 

Your key responsibilities

 

• Deliver a competitive and symmetrical service, lead time, inventory, cost and organization targets​
• Lead Agilex material planning activities by implementing a performance driven culture based on continuous improvement and symmetrical SC (cost-cash-service)​
• Lead the daily, weekly, monthly routines of the Agilex material process for the business unit. Support global and Agilex teams ensuring customers’ needs are met and business unit’s targets are met.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize working capital while reducing lead times, increase planning system proposal usage.
• Steer the team to adhere and embrace positioning recommendations and options for effective material distribution for symmetry.
• Ensure adoption of digitalization initiatives as a core competency for teams

 

We bring

 

• Empowerment to make meaningful contributions while upholding ethical standards.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement for those who embrace innovation and take initiative.
• Dedication to creating better futures for customers, communities, people, and the planet.
• Responsibility and accountability in living company values and driving sustainable solutions.
• Supportive environment where individuals are empowered to progress and contribute to meaningful change.
• An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future

 

You bring

 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain or Chemistry
• Proficient in Supply Chain Planning/Material Replenishment and inventory management techniques
• Min 4-7 years experience in Material Planning in a high item count industrial environment
• Management experience preferred while also being a self-directed individual skilled at working in a fast-paced environment open to constant change in demands
• Good knowledge of MS Office, SAP ERP systems; experience in Kinaxis, o9 or similar is preferred
• Experience with APICS CSCP or CPIM certification preferred

 

 

The salary or hourly wage scale provided reflects the pay range dsm-firmenich expects to pay the successful candidate for the position. Individual pay offered will be based on the applicant’s job-related skills, experience, relevant education, or training, and primary work location. Salary $94,600 - $105,000.

 

In addition to base salary, we also offer a comprehensive total rewards package, inclusive of annual incentive pay, a retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs and a broad range of other benefits. All benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements.

 

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.

 

As a committed equal opportunity employer, we ensure our recruitment practices are inclusive and fair. We encourage  the recruitment of a diverse workforce, representative of the communities in which we work, by using inclusive language, diverse interview panels, diversified sourcing strategies. Selection is based on qualifications, competency, experience, performance history and fit with the team to advance fair and equitable opportunity.  

 

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