Sales & Operations Execution Coordinator

Avantor; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase program

11 paid holidays

18 PTO days

Job summary

Avantor is seeking a Planning/S&OE Coordinator to own end-to-end planning processes, align demand and supply, and support weekly/daily execution. You will collaborate with sales, production, procurement, and logistics to resolve bottlenecks and ensure customer expectations are met under pressure.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in a related field and 5+ years in supply chain or production planning, with SAP, Power BI and MS Office proficiency. APICS/CPIM certification is desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in supply chain, operations, or production planning.
• Familiarity with S&OP or S&OE processes is preferred.
• APICS/CPIM certification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate weekly and daily S&OE plans and act as a liaison between sales, production, procurement and logistics.
• Develop and track KPIs such as service levels, inventory accuracy, and order fulfillment rates.
• Analyze variances between plans and actual performance and provide actionable insights.
• Develop contingency plans to mitigate supply chain risks and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

ERP SAP

Microsoft Office

Power BI

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field

Tools

APICS/CPIM certification desirable

Job description

The Opportunity:

At Avantor, people are the most important part of our success because they drive our global performance. That’s why our Operations, Lab Services, Sales, and many other Avantor teams rely on our talent acquisition initiatives to attract, engage and hire the right talent. Avantor’s Planning vertical is a crucial part of this mix, enabling all our internal teams worldwide to grow beyond their limits. The S&OE (Sales & Operations Execution) Coordinator is the end-to-end process owner of the S&OE process responsible for managing daily and weekly operations plans, aligning demand and supply activities, and ensuring that short-term operational goals are met. The role involves close collaboration with sales, production, procurement, and logistics teams to address real-time challenges and adjust plans as needed to meet customer expectations, while aligning closely with Sales and Operating Planning (S&OP) processes. This person is a well-rounded individual who encompasses strong analytical and communication skills. They can work under pressure and cross-functionally, to drive alignment with limited guidance and supervision.

What we’re looking for:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.

Experience: 5+ years of experience in supply chain, operations, or production planning. Familiarity with S&OP or S&OE processes is preferred.

Who you are:

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in using ERP systems (SAP), Microsoft Office Suite and Power BI.
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• APICS/CPIM certification desirable.

How you will thrive and create and impact:

Coordination and Communication

• Support execution of the S&OE plan on a weekly and daily basis.
• Act as a liaison between sales, production, procurement, and logistics teams.
• Communicate operational changes and adjustments to stakeholders promptly.
• Facilitate daily or weekly meetings to address bottlenecks or urgent issues.

Performance Monitoring and Reporting

• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as service levels, inventory accuracy, and order fulfillment rates.
• Analyze variances between plans and actual performance, providing actionable insights.
• Prepare and share reports with management on operational performance, including executive level communication.

Issue Resolution

• Work with planning and cross functional teams to identify and address short-term supply chain disruptions or constraints.
• Collaborate with teams to resolve issues affecting order fulfillment or production schedules.
• Develop contingency plans to mitigate risks in operations.

Continuous Improvement

• Support initiatives to improve efficiency in operational execution.
• Provide feedback to enhance S&OP processes based on S&OE insights.
• Develop reporting requirements and future tools to drive towards data driven decision making.
• Contribute to streamlining workflows and optimizing resource utilization.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science. The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor. We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world.

Pay Transparency:

The expected pre-tax pay for this position is $78,000.00 - $125,350.00 Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the Know Your Rights poster.

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Benefits:

• Avantor offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness programs, health savings and flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with company match, and an employee stock purchase program.
• Employees also receive 11 paid holidays, accrue 18 PTO days annually, are eligible for volunteer time off and 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave (except in states that offer paid family leave).

Company:

Avantor®, a Fortune 500 company, is a leading global provider of mission-critical products and services to customers in the biopharma, healthcare, education & government, and advanced technologies & applied materials industries. Our portfolio is used in virtually every stage of the most important research, development and production activities in the industries we serve. One of our greatest strengths comes from having a global infrastructure that is strategically located to support the needs of our customers. Our global footprint enables us to serve more than 225,000 customer locations and gives us extensive access to research laboratories and scientists in more than 180 countries. We set science in motion to create a better world.