Capacity Planning & Integrated Business Planning (IBP) Manager

ADP, Inc.; New Holland (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

ADP, Inc. seeks a Capacity Planning & Integrated Business Planning (IBP) Manager to align demand plans with manufacturing and logistics constraints.

The role bridges sales and marketing goals with supply chain realities to maintain high service levels while optimizing working capital. You will lead the IBP process, own capacity planning, and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless operations across a global network.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 5–10 years of progressive experience in S&OP, demand planning and capacity planning in global manufacturing environments.
• Certifications such as APICS CPIM/CSCP are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead Integrated Business Planning (IBP) process with cross-functional teams (Sales, Operations, Finance, Supply Chain).
• Own capacity models, asset utilization tracking, and rough-cut capacity planning to meet demand.
• Stress-test demand changes against material, labor, and machine constraints and run what-if scenarios.
• Govern inventory strategies including safety stock optimization and lead-time management.
• Monitor KPIs (schedule adherence, OTIF, etc.) and drive continuous process improvements.

Skills

Strategic planning

Cross-functional leadership

Analytical thinking

Data-driven decisions

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field

Job description

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Capacity Planning & Integrated Business Planning (IBP) Manager

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1295

Overview:

This strategic role will be responsible for aligning demand plans with constraints that include inventory targets, manufacturing, and logistics constraints to develop a single executable operational plan. This role bridges commercial goals provided by the sales and marketing team with supply chain and operational realities (resources) across a global network to ensure high customer service levels while optimizing working capital and alleviating resource constraints.

A day in the life | Responsibilities we trust you with

• Integrated Business Planning “IBP” Process Leadership:Facilitate monthly cross-functional review cycles involving Sales, Operations, Finance and Supply Chain to drive senior leadership consensus on capacity and supply plans.
  • Analyze current network performance to identify areas of improvement and develop strategies for improvement
• Network Capacity Planning:Own capacity models, asset utilization tracking, and rough-cut capacity planning to elevate short- and long-term sufficiency against the unconstrained demand plan.
  • Collaborate with demand planners to align supply chain activities and ensure accurate forecasting and inventory management.
• Demand and Supply Reconciliation:Stress-test demand changes against material, labor, and machine constraints, running simulation scenarios (what-if analyses) to mitigate bottlenecks and supply risks.
  • Work closely with procurement, logistics, and production teams to ensure and document seamless operations.
• Inventory Management:Govern inventory strategies, including safety stock optimization, lead-time management, and working capital efficiency across the manufacturing and logistics network.
• Performance Tracing and Continuous Improvement:Update and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as schedule adherence, attainment, and delivery performance (OTIF) to drive process maturity.
  • Utilize data analytics to create KPIs, monitor and make informed decisions.
  • Identify process improvement opportunities and best practices.

What you must know | Education and experience

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
• 5-10 years of progressive experience in S&OP, Demand Planning, and manufacturing capacity planning within capital-intensive or global manufacturing environments.
  • Proven experience in supply chain planning or related roles.
• Certifications: Credentials such as APICS, CPIM, or CSCP are highly desirable.
• Process mapping/documentation experience preferred.

What you need to be good at | Competencies and skills

• Ability to foster collaboration and teamwork across departments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Your working relationships | Leadership

• This position requires the ability to work collaboratively with other departments and at all levels of management.
• Builds positive working relationships within the department and other departments.
• Leads by example.

Your work environment | Working conditions and safety considerations

• The physical effort required in this job is negligible effort in lifting, operating equipment, standing, and bending/stooping/twisting; requires minor effort in moving, and moderate effort in walking.
• Required to be able to read documents and computer screens.