Manager Supply Chain - Allied

Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc.; Hilliard (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with match

Employee stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. is seeking a strategic Supply Chain Manager to lead Allied business planning, S&OP, and inventory strategies. The role reports to the Director of Supply Chain, Allied, and focuses on aligning demand, supply, capacity, and business priorities to enable growth.

You will shape planning capabilities, drive cross-functional alignment, and build scalable processes with a leadership mindset to improve customer outcomes and operational performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• 7+ years in supply chain planning, inventory management, operations, or related fields.
• Experience leading S&OP and cross-functional planning processes.
• Proven track record optimizing inventory and service performance.
• Experience leading, coaching, and developing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead supply planning, inventory strategy, and S&OP for Allied businesses.
• Develop integrated supply and inventory plans aligning demand with capabilities.
• Ensure planning decisions translate into executable actions across network.
• Own and improve the monthly S&OP process including demand/supply reconciliation.
• Optimize inventory, service levels, cost, capacity, and risk management.
• Partner with Operations, Logistics, Customer Service, Commercial, Finance, and Product Management teams to improve alignment.
• Identify and mitigate planning, inventory, service, and operational risks.
• Monitor KPIs and provide actionable insights for decisions.
• Lead continuous improvement and scalable planning capabilities.
• Coach, develop, and lead a high-performing planning team.

Skills

Supply chain planning

Inventory management

S&OP

Analytical thinking

Executive communication

Cross-functional leadership

Continuous improvement

ERP systems

Excel

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

APICS/ASCM certification

Tools

ERP systems

Planning tools

Excel

Job description

Overview

Advanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. With a vast manufacturing and distribution network, we deliver high-quality products across multiple industries while recycling over half a billion pounds of plastic annually. At ADS, we foster a culture where diverse perspectives drive better ideas, ensuring every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to make an impact.

Responsibilities

Lead the Next Phase of Growth for Our Allied Businesses

Advanced Drainage Systems (ADS) is seeking a strategic and results-drivenSupply Chain Manager to lead supply planning, inventory strategy, and Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) for our growing Allied businesses. This is anewly created leadership positionreporting to theDirector of Supply Chain, Allied, created to strengthen planning capabilities, improve operational performance, and support increasing demand across the business. This role will play a critical part in aligning customer demand, supply, inventory, manufacturing capacity, and business priorities while building scalable processes for future growth. As a key member of the supply chain leadership team, you'll have the opportunity to influence decision-making, drive cross-functional alignment, and help shape the future of supply chain planning for a rapidly growing business.

Why This Role Matters

As demand grows and priorities evolve, the Allied businesses need a leader who can balance customer service, inventory investment, manufacturing capacity, and operational risk while developing the processes and capabilities needed for long-term success.

This role offers:

• High visibility across the organization
• Direct partnership with senior business and operations leaders
• Opportunity to shape and mature S&OP capabilities
• Leadership responsibility for planning talent and team development
• Meaningful impact on business performance and customer outcomes

What You'll Do

• Lead supply planning, inventory strategy, and S&OP for the Allied businesses.
• Develop integrated supply and inventory plans that align demand with manufacturing and logistics capabilities.
• Ensure planning decisions translate into executable actions across the manufacturing and distribution network.
• Own and continuously improve the monthly S&OP process, including demand and supply reconciliation, inventory and capacity reviews, risk assessment, and executive decision support.
• Optimize inventory, service levels, cost performance, capacity utilization, and risk management.
• Partner with Operations, Logistics, Customer Service, Commercial, Finance, and Product Management teams to improve alignment and execution.
• Identify and mitigate planning, inventory, service, and operational risks.
• Monitor key performance indicators and provide actionable insights that support business decisions.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and build scalable planning capabilities.
• Coach, develop, and lead a high-performing planning team.

What Success Looks Like

You’ll drive measurable improvements in:

• OTIFNE
• Fill Rate
• Inventory Health
• Excess & Obsolete Inventory
• Days of Supply
• Schedule Attainment
• S&OP Action Closure and Execution

What You’ll Bring

Required

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• 7+ years of experience in supply chain planning, inventory management, operations, or related disciplines
• Experience leading S&OP and cross-functional planning processes
• Proven success optimizing inventory and service performance
• Experience leading, coaching, and developing teams

Preferred

• Manufacturing and distribution experience
• APICS / ASCM certification
• Experience supporting business transformation or process improvement initiatives

Skills for Success

• Expertise in supply chain planning, inventory management, and S&OP
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Ability to translate complex data into actionable insights
• Strong communication and executive presentation skills
• Proven ability to influence and align cross-functional stakeholders
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Experience with ERP systems, planning tools, Excel, and data analytics

Company Benefits:

Health & Welfare Benefits: Medical and prescription drug plans, telemedicine (with medical plan), High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) and Health Savings Account (HSA), dental and vision plans, virtual physical therapy*, an employee assistance program (EAP)*, and voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnification programs.

Financial Benefits: Retirement 401k program with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (voluntary), financial wellness planning*, paid parental leave*, flexible spending accounts (FSA) for child care and health care, short-term and long-term disability*, basic life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D)*, adoption financial reimbursement*, tuition reimbursement*, voluntary life insurance (for employees, spouses, and children), and voluntary identity theft and fraud protection.

*100% paid by ADS.

Why Join ADS?

Growth Opportunities & Global Presence: With a global network of approximately 70 manufacturing plants and 40 distribution centers, ADS offers extensive opportunities for career growth and development in various locations around the world.

Inclusive and Creative Work Culture: ADS fosters a culture of passion, innovation, and continuous improvement, empowering employees to shape industry-leading solutions. We value diverse perspectives, recognizing that they drive better ideas, processes, and performance. Our workplace is built on respect, inclusivity, and shared responsibility, ensuring every team member feels valued and contributes to our collective success.

Innovative & Sustainability Focused: Advanced Drainage Systems is one of the largest plastic recyclers in North America, ensuring over half a billion pounds of plastic is kept out of landfills every year.

Learn More: https://www.adspipe.com/about-us

EEO Statement

ADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.