Senior Global Planner

US10793-ALAM Air Liquide Advanced Materials Inc.; Branchburg Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Annual travel 5%

Bonus 10%

Job summary

Air Liquide Advanced Materials in Branchburg, NJ seeks a Senior Global Planner to develop and execute global supply planning strategies, optimizing costs, capacity and reliability across product categories.

You will lead demand forecasting, coordinate with sales, operations, procurement and logistics, and drive KPI improvements through the S&OP process in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, operations management, engineering or a related field.
• Master's degree is a plus.
• 3-5 yrs (7-10+ yrs) proven experience in global planning, supply chain management, or related roles within a complex manufacturing or distribution environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute & manage global supply planning strategies by product category, with the objective of optimizing supply chain costs, capital and reliability.
• Lead, guide & collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather demand forecasts, production plans, inventory data to support the global planning process.
• Conduct analysis of demand patterns, market trends, and supply chain constraints to ensure accurate and robust planning.
• Define, calculate, justify and maintain global planning parameters (service factors, safety stock, reorder points, lead times).
• Manage & facilitate demand planning meetings with ALAM distribution channels and provide financial analysis to support working capital requirements.
• Coordinate with ALAM affiliates and stakeholders to align inventory, capacity and resource utilization across locations.
• Define, monitor and optimize KPIs (forecast accuracy, inventory turns, service levels, production efficiency).
• Collaborate with technology teams to identify, implement and leverage planning systems and tools.
• Drive supply chain visibility and regular reporting through the S&OP process.
• Stay updated with industry trends and best practices in global planning and supply chain management.
• Participate in cross-functional projects to enhance operational efficiency and mitigate risks.
• Maintain coordination with ALAM sales, products and customer service to ensure supply reliability.
• Drive adherence to ALAM S&OP process and refine planning areas.
• Lead cross-functional alignment through process performance metrics and reviews.
• Manage supply chain development for new molecules or sites.
• Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives across sites and the global chain.
• Lead supply chain taskforces coordinating all activity to ensure required supply to ALAM customers.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management/engineering

Master's degree

Tools

ERP systems

Demand planning software

Capacity modeling tools

Job description

R10102638 Senior Global Planner (Open) Location: Branchburg, NJ (HO) - US Hwy 22 W - Advanced materials The science of electronics is transforming exponentially through innovation and connectivity around the planet. Every day, breakthroughs are making technologies - from micro-processors, memory chips and flat panels to photovoltaic cells - even smaller and more powerful, opening up countless new possibilities in how the world lives, works and connects. Air Liquide Advanced Materials grows by enabling our customers to innovate. Our ALOHA and Voltaix products are critical to the manufacturer of the newest computer chips required for Big Data and the Internet of Things. How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? As a Global Planner, you will play a critical role in strategic resource allocation, optimization and capacity planning within our organization. You will be responsible for developing, implementing and managing global supply planning strategies to optimize the utilization of resources, meet customer demand, and support the achievement of business objectives. Your expertise in supply chain management, demand forecasting, and capacity planning will be essential in coordinating and aligning planning activities across multiple locations and timeframes. Global Planners will be assigned by product segment and be responsible for identification and clear articulation of global demand, supply, capacity and inventory requirements, constraints, mitigation & optimization plans defined and confirmed through the S&OP process. Air Liquide is Hiring for a Senior Global Planner! We are looking for YOU!

Salary & Benefits

• Salary Range $130k - $165k
• Bonus: 10%
• Annual Travel: 5% based on business needs
• Work schedule: Hybrid 3 - 2

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute & manage global supply planning strategies by product category, with the objective of optimizing supply chain costs, capital and reliability considering factors such as customer demand, production capacity, inventory levels, lead times, mobile asset requirements & qualified customer supply lines
• Lead, guide & collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, operations, procurement, logistics and ALAM distribution channels, to gather demand forecasts, production plans, inventory data to support the global planning process and successfully execute supply planning strategies.
• Conduct analysis and evaluation of demand patterns, market trends, and supply chain constraints to ensure accurate and robust global supply chain reliability.
• Define, calculate, justify and maintain global planning parameters, such as required service factors, safety stock levels (DOI), reorder points, and lead times, based on business requirements and optimization models.
• Manage & facilitate formalized demand planning meetings with ALAM distribution channels and provide financial analysis and justifications to support working capital requirements to ensure supply chain reliability.
• Coordinate with ALAM affiliates, Finite Planners and other stakeholders to align inventory, capacity and resource utilization across different locations, ensuring optimal production and distribution strategies.
• Define, monitor, analyze and optimize key performance indicators (KPIs), such as forecast accuracy, inventory turns, service levels and production efficiency, to identify areas for improvement, develop action plans and lead/manage implementation of supply optimization initiatives.
• Collaborate with technology teams to identify, implement and leverage planning systems and tools, ensuring their effective implementation, utilization and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Drive supply chain visibility, transparency, alignment and continuous improvement through regular reporting and communication of global planning metrics, forecasts, and performance updates to key stakeholders through the S&OP process.
• Stay updated with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in global planning and supply chain management, incorporating relevant insights into the planning processes.
• Participate in (Lead) cross-functional projects and initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, mitigate risks, and support strategic objectives.
• Maintain close coordination with ALAM sales, products, customer service and AL affiliates to ensure reliability of supply.
• Drive adherence to and refinement of the ALAM S&OP process & performance especially in the areas of demand, supply, capacity, inventory.
• Drive cross functional alignment and accountability through process performance metrics, execution reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage supply chain development and activation for new molecules or new sites
• Identify, initiate & lead continuous improvement initiatives improving supply chain effectiveness across multiple sites & the global supply chain.
• Lead supply chain taskforce coordinating all activity internal and external to facilitate required supply to ALAM customers.
• Facilitate and act as single point of contact for affiliate communications during supply chain taskforce
• Act as a formal mentor to Finite or Global planning team members Writing of SOP's, SWI's, scheduling guidelines and competencies for S&OP and other planning related actions.
• Drive and replicate supply chain operational excellence and best practices across multiple sites.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, operations management, engineering or a related field.
• Master's degree is a plus.
• 3-5 yrs (7-10+ yrs) proven experience in global planning, supply chain management, or related roles within a complex manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret and analyze large datasets and make data-driven decisions.
• Proficient in using planning software and tools, such as ERP systems, demand planning software, and capacity modeling tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at various organizational levels.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Knowledge of lean and continuous improvement principles, with experience in driving process optimization and efficiency gains. (Green or Black Belt certification)
• Familiarity with global trade regulations, logistics, and inventory management practices. (w/certifications)
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic environment, demonstrating resilience and flexibility.
• APICS certification strongly encouraged & desired

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