Associate Planning Manager

RXinsider LTD.; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 86,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Ecolab is seeking an Associate Planning Manager in Green Tree, PA to lead material planning and scheduling for daily operations and strategic TPM initiatives. You will drive lean improvements, optimize inventory targets, and collaborate with stakeholders to resolve production challenges.

The role emphasizes leadership, analytics, and the ability to navigate complex situations while supporting continuous improvement and operational excellence across the supply chain.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or related field required.
• 5 years of Planning, Logistics, Manufacturing experience required.
• Experience leading and/or developing others.
• Proficiency with an ERP, advanced planning system, analytical system or equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and motivate others.
• Leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills to drive decisions and build consensus among stakeholders.
• Experience navigating through ambiguous and complex situations.
• Some experience in resolving conflict situations effectively, with minimal noise.
• No immigration sponsorship is available for this role.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coach the Material Planning and Scheduling team focused on day-to-day tactical tasks.
• Provide input to the creation of a strategic roadmap and be responsible for execution of TPM pillars and Lean manufacturing, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Optimize planning processes to support delivery, production, and financial (inventory) goals.
• Work with various internal and external stakeholders to resolve issues quickly and implement improvements.
• Provide direction, delegate and remove obstacles to accomplish goals.
• Support order prioritization and late order communication to customers.
• Ensure adequate coverage of the department and backup coverage.
• Conduct onboarding and cross-training for team members.
• Provide support as needed to plant operations.
• Foster a collaborative work environment.
• Other areas of responsibility could include sourcing and purchasing goods and services, vendor communication, purchase order authorization, ensuring adherence to the production schedule, identifying/correcting potential production problems, order level service, planning for NPIs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Influence & motivation

Conflict resolution

Decision making

Stakeholder management

Ambiguity navigation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, engineering, or related field

Tools

ERP / Advanced planning system

Job description

Associate Planning Manager – Green Tree, PA

We are seeking an Associate Planning Manager to join our supply chain network with responsibility for our Green Tree, PA production and raw material planning. As the Associate Planning Manager, you will optimize planning processes to support delivery, production, continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and working capital goals. You will work with various internal and external stakeholders to resolve issues quickly and implement improvements.

What’s In It For You

• Opportunity for a long-term career path that allows for exposure into all areas of Ecolab’s supply chain
• Access to best-in-class resources, tools, and technology
• Thrive in a company that values sustainability, drives a safety-focused culture and has been recognized as one of the most ethical companies in the world

What You Will Do

• Direct and coach the Material Planning and Scheduling team focused on day-to-day tactical tasks
• Provide input to the creation of a strategic roadmap and be responsible for execution of TPM pillars and Lean manufacturing, with a focus on continuous improvement
• Optimize planning processes to support delivery, production, and financial (inventory) goals
• Work with various internal and external stakeholders to resolve issues quickly and implement improvements
• Provide direction, delegate and remove obstacles to accomplish goals
• Support order prioritization and late order communication to customers
• Ensure adequate coverage of the department and backup coverage
• Conduct onboarding and cross-training for team members
• Provide support as needed to plant operations
• Foster a collaborative work environment
• Other areas of responsibility could include, but are not limited to, one or more of the following:
  • Sourcing and purchasing goods and services
  • Vendor communication
  • Purchase order authorization
  • Ensuring adherence to the production schedule
  • Identifying/correcting potential production problems
  • Order level service
  • Planning for NPIs

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or related field of study
• 5 years of Planning, Logistics, Manufacturing experience
• Experience leading and/or developing others
• Proficiency with an ERP, advanced planning system, analytical system or equivalent
• Demonstrated ability to influence and motivate others
• Leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills to drive decisions and build consensus among stakeholders
• Experience navigating through ambiguous and complex situations
• Some experience in resolving conflict situations effectively, with minimal noise
• No immigration sponsorship is available for this role

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced technical or business degree
• Experience in operational excellence and project management such as TPM, Lean Six Sigma, continuous improvement, Green Belt, etc.
• APICS Certification
• Direct people management experience
• Strong business acumen and experience collaborating with Operations, Marketing and Customers

Annual Or Hourly Compensation Range

The pay range for this position is $85,900.00 - $128,900.00. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.

Benefits

Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families.

If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits at jobs.ecolab.com/working-here.

Potential Customer Requirements Notice

• Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.

Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)

Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website.

Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging

At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are inclusive. We are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran. In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through affirmative action (AA). We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.