Head of Planning

Roquette; Geneva (IL); On-site; USD 132,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Annual performance bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Retirement contribution

Professional development opportunities

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Roquette seeks a seasoned Head of Planning for North America to lead Demand, Supply, Production, and Inventory planning across the US, Canada, and Mexico from Geneva, IL. You will drive IBP/S&OP processes and develop a rolling 24–36 month plan to balance service, inventory, and cost.

The role requires a strong background in planning analytics, ERP/APS systems, and leadership of multi-site teams, with a focus on working capital optimization and risk management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; MBA or supply chain specialization preferred.
• APICS/ASCM, CSCMP, CLTD, or Six Sigma certifications preferred.
• 10+ years in progressive planning roles with leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the North America Planning organization across Demand, Supply, Production, Inventory, and Planning Analytics.
• Own and lead the monthly IBP and S&OP processes.
• Develop and maintain a rolling 24- to 36-month demand and supply plan.
• Drive forecast accuracy improvement and demand sensing capabilities.
• Align commercial demand with manufacturing, procurement, transportation, and logistics strategies.
• Establish inventory policies and replenishment methodologies.
• Lead executive supply chain reviews and trade-off decisions.
• Develop contingency plans for disruptions and volatility.
• Drive planning process standardization and continuous improvement.
• Ensure planning master data governance and integrity.
• Leverage analytics and digital planning tools to improve planning effectiveness.
• Partner with Finance on budgets, forecasts, and working capital objectives.
• Identify and implement planning automation opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with policies and internal controls.

Skills

Demand planning

Supply planning

Production planning

Inventory planning

Planning analytics

IBP / S&OP

ERP systems

Data analytics

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain/Business

MBA or Supply Chain specialization preferred

APICS/ASCM/CSCMP/CLTD/Six Sigma certifications preferred

Tools

ERP

Advanced Planning Systems

Job description

Roquette is a family-owned global leader in plant-based ingredients and a leading provider of pharmaceutical excipients.

Want to help us make a difference?Using plant-based resources, we collaborate with our customers and partners to imagine and offer ingredients to better feed people and treat patients.
Each of our ingredients responds to unique and essential needs, and they enable healthier lifestyles.

We are looking for our next Head of Planning - North America , within our Supply Chain Team. The Head of Planning NORAM is responsible for providing strategic leadership across Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Production Planning, Inventory Planning, Integrated Business Planning, Sales & Operations Planning, Planning Analytics, and Planning Master Data across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

This role is accountable for balancing customer service, inventory, manufacturing capacity, working capital, and profitability objectives while ensuring an integrated and aligned supply chain planning process across North America.

The position serves as the primary planning leader supporting executive decision making through scenario analysis, risk management, and business planning governance.

This position is located in Geneva, Illinois, United States. (Geneva, IL, US).

Compensation:

The current salary range for this role is estimated to be $132,000 - $198,000. In addition, this position may also earn performance-based incentive compensation. The posted range reflects the compensation framework for the role. The specific compensation offered to a candidate will be influenced by a variety of factors including, but not limited to, skills, qualifications, experience, location, and internal equity.

What We Offer:

• A highly collaborative team environment with ample room for career growth.
• Competitive pay, annual performance bonus, comprehensive benefits, retirement contribution, and professional development opportunities.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Paid parental leave programs.
• Student loan repayment assistance and tuition reimbursement program for select roles.
• Annual wellness benefit and wellness-centered programs

What You’ll Do:

• Lead the North America Planning organization across Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Production Planning, Inventory Planning, and Planning Analytics.
• Own and lead the monthly Integrated Business Planning (IBP) and Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes.
• Develop and maintain a rolling 24- to 36-month demand and supply plan.
• Drive forecast accuracy improvement, forecast bias reduction, and demand sensing capabilities.
• Align commercial demand plans with manufacturing, procurement, transportation, warehousing, customer service, and supply chain strategies.
• Establish inventory policies, safety stock strategies, and replenishment methodologies.
• Lead executive supply chain reviews and provide recommendations regarding service, inventory, capacity, and risk trade-offs.
• Develop contingency plans and mitigation strategies for supply disruptions and demand volatility.
• Drive planning process standardization and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure planning master data governance and integrity.
• Leverage advanced analytics and digital planning tools to improve planning effectiveness.
• Partner with Finance to support annual budgets, forecasts, strategic plans, and working capital objectives.
• Identify and implement planning automation opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and internal controls.

What You’ll Need:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Transportation, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field required. Master’s degree (MBA or Supply Chain specialization) preferred. APICS/ASCM, CSCMP, CLTD, Six Sigma certification preferred.

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of progressive planning and supply chain experience.
• Minimum 5 years of leadership and team management experience.
• Proven experience balancing customer service, inventory, and cost objectives.
• Experience leading integrated business planning, demand planning, supply planning, and inventory optimization programs.
• Experience in working capital management.
• Strength in data analytics and business intelligence.
• Expertise in ERP and Advanced Planning Systems.
• Experience supporting annual budget planning and leading multi-site operations across the United States, Canada, and Mexico preferred.

Supervisory Responsibility

• Leads the NORAM Planning organization
  • Direct management of Supply/Demand Planning and Supply Planning team members.
  • Responsible for coaching, developing, and leading a high-performing planning organization.

Work Environment

• Office environment.
• Regular collaboration across geographically dispersed organizations throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
• Visits to manufacturing sites, warehouses, and office locations required.

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit, stand, and utilize standard office equipment.
• Ability to work effectively across manufacturing, warehouse, and office environments.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

• Full-time position.
• Days and flexible hours of work are required to meet facility demands.

Business Travel

• Up to 25% travel across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

AAP/EEO Statement

Roquette is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. AAP, EEO, Drug-Free Workplace.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, and responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Roquette is proud to be a global company where you can find personal and professional growth through multiple diverse experiences.

Roquette strives to create a dynamic workforce while remaining firmly committed to equal opportunity by complying with EEO laws.

As we continue to grow, Roquette understands that to be successful we must always be inclusive in our approach.

To find out more about our products, values and sustainable development ambitions visit us at www.roquette.com and at www.sustainability.roquette.com