Manager SCM Excellence and Business Processes

LANXESS; Woodbridge Township (NJ); On-site; USD 121,600 - 202,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global bonus program

Retirement plans

Health programs

Life insurance

Flexible working hours

Job summary

LANXESS is seeking a Supply Chain Excellence lead to implement and optimize SCM tools like SAP IBP and PP/DS across the Lubricant Additives business unit. You will work to improve service levels, inventory, and cash flow by leveraging analytics and standardized processes.

The role requires 5–10 years of experience, strong cross‑functional collaboration, and deep SAP planning knowledge. This on‑site position in Fords offers a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Sciences, Engineering, Finance or related field (Preferred)
• 5–10 years of professional work experience
• Strong cross‑functional collaboration, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Advanced technical knowledge of SAP IBP, SAP MRP/PPDS, and supply‑chain planning processes
• Strong analytical skills, documentation, testing, process governance, and continuous‑improvement mindset

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement Supply Chain Excellence initiatives of SCM tools, SAP IBP, SAP PP/DS, and related supply chain business processes.
• Identify improvement opportunities of supply chain analytics, reporting capabilities, and performance metrics to improve service levels and costs.
• Drive continuous improvement and standardization across IBP processes to enhance performance and results.
• Support change management, user training, knowledge transfer, and documentation across sites and departments.
• Partner with senior SCM leadership to provide regular project updates, KPI tracking, and governance metrics.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Documentation

Governance

Education

BS/BA in SCM or related field

Tools

SAP IBP

SAP MRP/PPDS

Supply chain planning

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement Supply Chain Excellence initiatives of Supply Chain Management (SCM) tools, SAP IBP, SAP PP/DS, and related supply chain business processes, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and transformation initiatives
• Identify improvement opportunities of supply chain analytics, reporting capabilities, and performance metrics to improve service levels, inventory optimization, working capital, cash flow, Integrated Business Planning (IBP) effectiveness, and overall supply chain costs
• Drive continuous improvement, and process standardization initiatives across operational and strategic Integrated Business Planning (IBP) processes to enhance supply chain performance and business results
• Support change management, user training, knowledge transfer, and documentation to ensure adoption and sustainability of new processes across all sites and departments within SCM for the Lubricant Additives business unit
• Partner with senior SCM leadership in the Business Unit to provide regular project updates, KPI tracking, and governance metrics supporting strategic decision-making

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Sciences, Engineering, Finance or related field (Preferred)
• 5–10 years of professional work experience
• Strong cross‑functional collaboration, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Advanced technical knowledge of SAP IBP, SAP MRP/PPDS, and supply‑chain planning processes
• Strong analytical skills, documentation, testing, process governance, and continuous‑improvement mindset

Location

Fords

Employee Type

Regular

Who We Are

LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with about 12,000 employees in 32 countries. The core business of LANXESS is the development, manufacturing and marketing of chemical intermediates, additives and consumer protection products. LANXESS has achieved leading positions in the Dow Jones Best‑in‑Class Index and the MSCI ESG and ISS ESG ratings, among others, for its commitment to sustainability.

What We Offer

• Compensation: We offer competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program. The established pay range for the grade of this position is $121,600 to $202,600. Please note, the actual compensation may vary based on geographic location, work experience, education, and skill level.
• Comprehensive Benefits: We provide a variety of benefits to support your financial security, health and wellbeing including retirement plans, health programs, life insurance and medical care.
• Work‑Life & Flexibility: We support you in maintaining a balance between working hours and personal life. With our global “Xwork” program, we offer flexible working arrangements in all countries in which we operate.
• Training & Development: We are committed to your professional and personal development and encourage you in the ongoing pursuit of education, training and knowledge through both formal and informal learning.
• Diversity: LANXESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, age, social class, physical ability or attributes, religion, national origin, veteran status and political beliefs.