Head of Supply Chain Planning (m/f/d)

Clariant SE; Gersthofen, Frankfurt, Knapsack; Vor Ort; EUR 80.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Clariant SE is seeking a Head of Supply Chain Planning to join their team in a diverse, multinational environment. This role offers the opportunity to lead supply chain initiatives, focusing on demand forecasting, inventory management, and cross-functional collaboration. Ideal candidates will have significant experience and leadership in supply chain management, along with a commitment to sustainability and innovation.

Leistungen

Attractive, performance-based compensation

Modern benefits

Diverse, multinational work environment

Impactful projects

Qualifikationen

• 10+ years of experience in a global environment.
• 5+ years in leadership roles.
• Proficiency in SAP.

Aufgaben

• Developing and overseeing demand forecasting.
• Managing procurement for timely raw material availability.
• Optimizing the distribution network to minimize costs.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Proactivity

Resourcefulness

Goal-oriented

Cross-functional change management

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, operations, business administration, engineering or related fields

MBA or Master's in supply chain management

Tools

SAP

Jobbeschreibung

Drive the Change! Join Us as Head of Supply Chain Planning (m/f/d). We are open to hire in Frankfurt, Knapsack, and Gersthofen.

Responsibilities

• Demand Forecasting: Developing and overseeing the process of forecasting demand for the company's products.
• Inventory Management: Strategizing and implementing inventory management practices to maintain optimal inventory levels, minimizing excess inventory while ensuring sufficient stock for customer demand and production.
• Production Planning: Collaborating with production teams to develop production plans aligned with demand forecasts and inventory targets, including scheduling, supplier coordination, and efficiency optimization.
• Supply Planning: Managing procurement to ensure timely availability of raw materials, negotiating contracts, and mitigating supply chain risks.
• Distribution Planning: Optimizing the distribution network to minimize costs and lead times, ensuring timely delivery, selecting transportation modes, and managing warehouse locations.
• Performance Monitoring: Tracking KPIs like forecast accuracy, inventory turns, and on-time delivery, analyzing data to improve processes.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Working with sales, marketing, finance, and operations to align supply chain efforts with business goals.
• Continuous Improvement: Seeking opportunities to enhance processes, reduce costs, and adopt new technologies and best practices.
• Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating risks such as supplier disruptions and geopolitical issues through contingency planning and diversification.
• Leadership and Team Management: Leading and developing the supply chain team, setting goals, and fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, operations, business administration, engineering, or related fields.
• MBA or Master's in supply chain management is beneficial.
• 10+ years of experience in a global environment.
• 5+ years in leadership roles.
• Proficiency in SAP.
• Experience leading the S&OP process.
• Experience building planning systems and teams.
• Ability to manage cross-functional change initiatives.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Proactive, resourceful, and goal-oriented.

Beneficial but not essential

• CSCP, CPIM, CPSM certifications.
• Six Sigma Green or Black Belt.
• Change Management experience.

Our Offer

• A diverse, multinational work environment where your contributions matter.
• Impactful projects influencing the company, customers, and sustainability.
• Attractive, performance-based compensation with modern benefits.

Your Contact

Wencke Leyens-Wiedau
Talent Acquisition Manager EMEA
Phone: [phone]

Clariant is a Swiss-based global specialty chemicals company committed to sustainability and innovation, guided by our tagline "Greater chemistry - between people and planet." We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a workplace where all employees feel respected and supported. Join us to help create solutions that benefit both society and the environment.