Strategic Supply Planner | Naperville, IL (Hybrid)

Ecolab Deutschland GmbH; Naperville (IL); Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Strategic Supply Planner based in Naperville, IL. This hybrid position focuses on managing inventory and service, supporting manufacturing operations, and collaborating with diverse teams to meet strategic goals. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities await you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunity to take on meaningful challenges

Long-term career path exposure

Access to best-in-class resources

Qualifications

• 2 years of work experience in supply chain planning or related field.
• Experience working with ERP systems or advanced planning tools.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead North America supply planning for assigned equipment product families.
• Balance production across the network to maintain capacity.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and business teams to align supply with demand.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Cross-Functional Communication

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Statistics, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Advanced planning tools

JDA Master Planning

Job description

Strategic Supply Planner - Naperville, IL (Hybrid)

Join Nalco - an Ecolab company as a Strategic Supply Planner based in Naperville, IL. This hybrid role sits out of our corporate headquarters supporting our equipment manufacturing operations by managing capacity, service, and inventory across a network of production sites. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure supply meets demand, drive strategic planning initiatives, and support our mission of protecting people and vital resources.

What’s in it for you

• Starting Day 1: Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, matching 401K, company-paid pension, stock purchase plan, paid parental leave, select discounted childcare resources, and more

• The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments

• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth

• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best

• Opportunity for a long-term career path that allows for exposure into all areas of Ecolab’s supply chain

• Access to best-in-class resources, tools, and technology

• Thrive in a company that values sustainability, drives a safety-focused culture and has been recognized as one of the most ethical companies in the world

What You Will Do

• Lead North America supply planning for assigned equipment product families

• Balance production across the network to maintain capacity and support seasonal or maintenance-related shifts

• Develop and maintain inventory strategies to meet service and working capital goals

• Collaborate with manufacturing, business, and marketing teams to align supply with demand

• Identify and resolve capacity constraints and lead crisis management efforts

• Support new product introductions and phase-outs in coordination with plant planners

• Monitor and optimize key planning parameters in JDA Master Planning

• Contribute to S&OP and other strategic planning meetings

Position Details

• Location: Naperville, IL

• Work Model: Hybrid (flexible onsite days)

• Travel: Up to 10%

• Visa Sponsorship: Not available for this position

• Relocation: Not offered

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Statistics, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field

• 2 years of work experience in supply chain planning, finance, marketing, or a related analytical discipline

• Experience with ERP systems, advanced planning tools, or equivalent software

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced technical or business degree, preferred

• Experience with TPM, Lean Six Sigma, continuous improvement, or APICS certification

• Background in equipment manufacturing environments

• Demonstrated ability to build cross-functional partnerships and communicate effectively

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

• Ability to navigate ambiguity and deliver results

About Global Supply Chain

Ecolab’s Global Supply Chain division is the backbone of our operations, ensuring the safe, efficient, and sustainable delivery of products and services to customers around the world. We are committed to innovation, operational excellence, and building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

#ECLTeam #USSC #LI-Hybrid

Immigration Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range

The pay range for this position is $64,000.00 - $96,000.00. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.

Benefits

Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families.Click here to see our benefits.

If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits at jobs.ecolab.com/working-here.

Potential Customer Requirements Notice

To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to:

- Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.

- Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website.

Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging
At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are inclusive. We are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA).

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.