Supply Chain Manager

Eastman Chemical; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastman Chemical seeks a seasoned Performance Films NAR Supply Chain Manager to lead regional supply chain strategies in a fast‑growing business. The role partners with Product, Commercial and Manufacturing teams to align demand and supply, driving service levels, working capital, and cost optimization across the region.

You will own the regional 0–6 month supply plan, mentor teams, and collaborate across functions to translate customer feedback into actionable supply chain improvements, while

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Research or similar.
• Minimum 10 years in a leadership supply chain role with IBP/S&OP, inventory and performance management.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage regional supply chain strategies.
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver service, cash and cost goals.
• Own 0–6 month regional supply plan and related processes.
• Select, train, and mentor supply chain team members.
• Translate customer needs into regional supply chain actions.
• Contribute to regional contracts with Logistics and Procurement.
• Collaborate with Commercial, Product, Manufacturing, Logistics, Pricing and Procurement.
• Design and maintain work instructions for ERP tools to ensure compliance.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership / coaching

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical mindset

Planning & forecasting

Stakeholder influence

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering or Supply Chain

MBA is a plus

Tools

SAP

SAP IBP

OMP

APO

Job description

Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company’s innovation‑driven growth model takes advantage of world‑class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables. As a globally inclusive and diverse company, Eastman employs approximately 14,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2023 revenue of approximately $9.2billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visit www.eastman.com.

Role Profile

The Performance Films NAR Supply Chain Manager provides leadership and is accountable for maximizing Supply Chain effectiveness and efficiency in meeting the demands of a rapidly growing business with a fluid supply & demand environment. He/she is responsible for setting the appropriate regional Supply Chain strategy in line with the Businesses’ Operating Model and acts as a strategic thought partner for the regional Product, Commercial & Manufacturing teams, as well as the Global Supply Chain Director, who the role reports into.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage supply chain strategies on a regional scale.
• Leads direct and indirect cross‑functional teams to execute against strategy and deliver desired business outcomes in service, cash & cost.
• Owner of the short‑term horizon regional supply plan (0‑6 mth) and related processes and routines.
• Selects, trains, and mentors other supply chain team members; build, lead, and coach high‑performing teams.
• Understands customers’ needs through WWCAR & Customer Feedback and provides solutions to enhance Supply Chain offerings consistent with business segment strategies.
• Provides input to regional 3rd party service provider contracts in close cooperation with Logistics and procurement; ensures business requirements are met.
• Works closely with Commercial, Product, Manufacturing, Logistics, Pricing and Procurement teams to ensure customer and business objectives are being met.
• Work closely with Centre of Excellence to design, maintain and ensure compliance of work instructions pertaining to local laws and regulations to facilitate effective and efficient use of ERP systems and related planning & execution tools (SAP, OMP is a plus).
• As well as all other duties assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Training:

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Research or similar. MBA is a plus.
• A minimum of 10‑year experience in a leadership position in a supply chain environment with focus on IBP/S&OP, inventory management, supply chain performance management.

Skills and Experience:

• Strategic Thinking – Developing compelling and effective supply chain strategies that are aligned with segment strategies
• Coaching – Has demonstrated Leadership skills. Leveraging & translating strategy into coaching conversations that build capability of team members.
• Strategy to Execution Alignment - Integration of long‑and short‑term planning horizons to ensure execution is aligned with strategy. Able to develop SORs that adequately capture business choices and risks and develop recommendations with good business judgement.
• Analytical and process oriented. Good understanding of supply chain operations
• Able to collaborate effectively with stakeholders and influence them to achieve common business goals
• Deep knowledge of SAP environment and demonstrated experience with a supply planning application (APO, SAP IBP, OMP, etc.)