
S&OP Manager Job
- Wauwatosa, WI
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Lead the S&OP process and arbitrate shipments based on customer segmentation, service offer and working capital targets
- Measure and coordinate to resolve Plant and PFG Schedule Adherence issues.
- Develop business cases for changes in supply chain operations; including, but not limited to: debottlenecking, staffing, equipment purchases/releases, lease arrangements, changes in distribution network, etc.
- Coordinate with global supply chain counterparts for optimized planning and execution activities
- Proactively manage the inventory component of working capital to meet or exceed financial targets of the division
- Serve as the business coordinator for domestic and international shipments
- Implement logistic savings and cost avoidance initiatives in conjunction with corporate logistics
- Manage the tolling operations as required by the Sales and Operations planning process and strategy coordinating assets and supply of material components
- Serve as Depot Coordinator for specific BU managed warehouses, in compliance with the Logistics Directive D-HS11, managing insurance requirement documents and periodic HES site review and approvals
- Responsible for master data integrity: creation/change/obsoleting requests
- Ensure SAP material, location, contracts, service purchases are set up and transactions are consistent with Supply Chain and Accounting requirements
- Create Master Supply Plan (12-18 month rolling) by plant & workcenter in support of monthly SIOP to achieve DSI, NPS and OTIF targets
- Lead S&OP process and meeting and resolve mismatches and gain consensus among all stake holders
- Implement and manage swaps and trading opportunities, as applicable
- Manage the demand forecast (vs business plan, revised forecast plan and actual sales) relative to our inventory and production capabilities and adjust accordingly to support the BU financial forecast
- Convert regional sales forecasts to a supply plan to maximize customer service and optimize production, distribution, and working capital expenses
- Develop production volume plan and track the overall execution of the plan
- Collaborate with manufacturing sites on S&OP reviews to ensure timely supply of product and track actual vs. plan
- Resolve supply/demand mismatches and employ optimal alternatives
- Oversee finite plant scheduling activities
- Partner with manufacturing and tolling sites to improve production scheduling and raw material procurement
- Proactively manage working capital targets including blocked & aged inventory
- Maintain inventory accuracy by ensuring that inventory reconciliation is done in accordance to corporate guidelines
- Follow the logistics strategy and execution for domestic and export transportation, inter-plant transfers and fleet management guidelines
- Develop and track appropriate metrics to drive results and continuous improvement
- Champion changes to the business or forecast strategy as appropriate
- Champion opportunities to improve supply capabilities as appropriate
- Execute the BU Service Offer: Monitor adherence, performance and financial impacts via supply chain KPIs and Cash Dashboards
- Serve as the gate-keeper for incorporating new product SKUs into the S&OP process, including material master maintenance
- Participate in the scale-up and commercialization of new products
- Contribute to the implementation of processes and tools for improved inter-region activities as designated by the Supply Chain Directors
- Execute the BU Service Offer. Monitor adherence, performance, and financial impacts
- Manage the implementation and continuous improvement of digital initiatives, reporting, and process/performance improvement.
- Manage the adaptation of tools by the broader organization
- Develop procedures and work instructions in support of Global Process Standards, ISO requirements and standard daily work
- Provide SAP expertise to support new initiatives & implementations, as well as existing processes
- Analyze Inventory Reports, develop and facilitate action plans to assure supply plans deliver resulting OTIF, Target DSI and NPS targets
- Attract, develop and retain talent in alignment with the organizational strategy and needs of the business
- Develop talent via cross-training, assignments, formal education, and mobility
- Support teamwork via group initiatives, management meetings, communications and cross functional assignments
- Manage direct and indirect reports
- Heavy use of computer software, both PC based and enterprise system, combined with frequent interpersonal communication.
- Regular interactions - remotely and in person - with operations contacts.
- Supports the site HES policy and complies with all regulatory and internal requirements
- Participates in HES activities provided by site management and Arkema Inc. (e.g., Behavioral Base Safety, SafeStart, etc.)
- Supports and promotes the reporting of all health, safety, environmental, near-miss, accident or injury incidents
- Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain/Logistics, Business, or Technical field, MBA or advanced degree is a plus
- 6-8 years of of relevant hands on supply chain planning and operational experience in a multi-site global manufacturing organization.
- Chemical processing value chain including batch manufacturing capability highly desirable
- Knowledge and work experience of standard ERP system and data warehouse is a must. SAP experience is highly preferred.
- Proven knowledge and application of advanced SC planning, inventory management, and project management methodologies
- Experience in Transportation Management Systems preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (advanced Excel skills) required
- Experience in SC Optimization Systems (i.e. Picaso) and system integrations
- Proficient in Power BI Dashboards
- APICS Certification is a plus
- Excellent skills required in SAP including MM/PP, SD and F&P
- Project Management experience required
- 2 years of Supervisory experience preferred (may be responsible for managing 1 or 2 direct reports)
- Understanding/management of working capital preferred
- Customer Focus and Results Oriented
- Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to create a climate of trust and respect
- Proven ability to perform detailed supply chain modeling
- Ability to analyze data and provide forecast projection
- Ability to initiate and implement process improvement
- Demonstrated performance in building and growing relationships
- Strong problem solving and collaboration skills
- Ability to communicate appropriately, depending on context and nature of the audience