Capacity & Demand Manager

Evonik; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 84,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-one benefits

Health coverage

401(k) plan

Annual bonus

Paid time off

Job summary

Evonik Corporation seeks a Supply Chain Planner to align production and inventory with customer demand. You’ll collaborate with Production, Procurement, Logistics and Sales to balance capacity, material availability and priorities, and support monthly S&OP and process improvements.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Logistics or 5+ years SCM experience (or high school with 10 years), strong Excel and SAP/IBP skills, and cross‑functional communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics or related field with 5 years SCM experience OR high school with 10 years SCM experience.
• Strong Excel skills with the ability to analyze and interpret data.
• Experience with SAP and planning systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with demand, supply, production, inventory, or capacity planning.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work across departments.

Responsibilities

• Develop production and demand plans to ensure customer needs are met.
• Manage inventory, raw materials, capacity, and supply across multiple production sites.
• Monitor forecasts, shortages, and daily supply chain needs; communicate issues and priorities.
• Partner with Production, Procurement, Logistics, and Sales to maintain a smooth supply chain.
• Lead and support planning processes, tools, and systems, including SAP and IBP.
• Prepare and present monthly S&OP and mid-term planning reports.
• Manage product allocations by balancing demand, production capacity, material availability, and business priorities.
• Support supply chain improvement projects, reporting, product transfers, and new product introductions.

Skills

Excel proficiency

SAP experience

Analytical thinking

Supply chain planning

Cross-functional communication

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics

High school diploma + 10 years

Tools

SAP

Job description

What we offer

At Evonik, you’re part of a global chemical company working in many sectors that go beyond chemistry. From lipids for tomorrow’s medicines, biosurfactants for green detergents, additives for plastics recycling or membranes to help drive forward the energy transition, you’ll play an essential part in helping the world’s most essential industries succeed.

Our success hinges on a diversity of ideas powered by people, not egos. Whether you’re a scientist or engineer, new to the team or established, in business, production, or anything in between – we cheer each other on. Because we believe we can do anything. Explore everything. And Be Part of Something Special!

Find out more about the many benefits we offer:

https://www.evonik.com/en/careers/why.html

Meet the team and get to know the people behind Evonik:

https://www.evonik.com/en/news/meet-the-team.html

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

This role is responsible for planning production and inventory to make sure customer demand is met and materials are available when needed. You’ll work closely with Production, Procurement, Logistics, and Sales to manage forecasts, capacity, shortages, and supply chain priorities. The role also supports monthly S&OP meetings, planning systems and process improvements, and serves as a key backup to the Supply Chain Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop production and demand plans to ensure customer needs are met.
• Manage inventory, raw materials, capacity, and supply across multiple production sites.
• Monitor forecasts, shortages, and daily supply chain needs; communicate issues and priorities.
• Partner with Production, Procurement, Logistics, and Sales to maintain a smooth supply chain.
• Lead and support planning processes, tools, and systems, including SAP and IBP.
• Prepare and present monthly Supply & Operations Planning (S&OP) and mid-term planning reports.
• Manage product allocations by balancing demand, production capacity, material availability, and business priorities.
• Support supply chain improvement projects, reporting, product transfers, and new product introductions.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related fieldplus 5 years of Supply Chain experience ORHigh school diploma/GEDplus 10 years of Supply Chain experience.
• Strong Excel skills with the ability to analyze and interpret data.
• Experience working withSAPand supply chain planning systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with demand, supply, production, inventory, or capacity planning.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work across departments.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and make informed decisions based on demand, capacity, and material availability.

The Evonik Group adopts an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) approach. Candidates are assessed based on their educational qualifications, experience, job competencies and potential and shall not be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, nationality, disability or sexual orientation or other classifications protected by local, state, or provincial regulations.

Summary Compensation & Benefits:** **

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position._(Specific rate to be determined, but not limited to, geographic location, education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data)._

Pay Range:$83,900 - $151,800

Preferred location is Milton, WI or Janesville, WI; however, candidates based at or near any Evonik location within the United States will be considered.

Why Choose Evonik?

• Immediate Benefits: All our benefits kick in from day one!
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Legal Support: Access to MetLife Legal Service.
• Robust 401(k) Plan: Generous employer contributions, company match, and retirement benefits.
• Competitive Pay: Eligibility for annual merit and bonus
• Time Off: Competitive PTO policy in addition to floating holiday schedule
• Recognition: Celebrate milestones with company-recognized service award

Join our team at Evonik and be part of an exciting, innovative environment where you’ll tackle engaging tasks alongside a supportive team.

Your Application

Your Talent Acquisition Manager:

Malika Carrington [C]

Company is

Evonik Corporation