S&OP Planner (F/M/X)

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

About the role

• Our North America Logistics Team/Supply Chain Department, composed of over 50 people, is focused on execution of the S&OP process in the NAM (North America) region for Business Unit Peroxide.
• As a Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) Planner your main objective is to balance the supply and demand in order to assure supply continuity, whilst ensuring optimized sourcing, distribution and inventories. You will get the opportunity to contribute to the growing Peroxide family and have a positive impact on transformation journey of Solvay.

• You will be accountable for:
• Lead and Execute S&OP: Drive the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process for the GBU Peroxides in the NAM region, including conducting monthly Demand Reviews to achieve forecast consensus, managing supply allocation, and optimizing finished goods inventory and total cost to serve.
• Strategic Planning & Reporting: Lead monthly S&OP Executive meetings for NAM, cascade decisions to stakeholders, monitor operational execution, and provide regular reporting updates (weekly/monthly).
• Analytical Support & Problem Solving: Lead data collection and analysis for Budget & BFR, conduct ad-hoc business analysis, propose solutions for planning issues, and arbitrate between sales, markets, or customers when local solutions aren't possible.
• Long-Term Planning & Expertise Development: Establish and manage a 12 to 18-month rolling planning for all Business Lines in the NAM region, develop S&OP subject matter expertise, coach team members, and act as a key user for the new Advanced Planning System (APS).
• Supply Chain Improvement & Projects: Contribute to the development of the long-term Supply Chain plan, acquire expertise in global supply chain strategies, and lead or contribute to projects aimed at improving Supply Chain Planning processes and procedures.

• We offer a permanent contract based on remote working mode.

About you

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent by experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in Supply Chain domain and successful experience in a production or Supply Chain planning position. 
• Competencies:
• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment while maintaining efficiency.
• Must possess excellent communication skills.
• IT knowledge (Google Workspace), SAP knowledge, familiarity with an APS tool is a strong asset.
• Analytical and Strategic thinking
• Behaviors:
• Business Driven
• Stress resistant
• Autonomous

About the pay and benefits

• Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. While the USA base pay reasonably expected for this role is $92,000/yr to $105,000/yr, your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.
• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
• Prioritization of well-being: Solvay Solidarity Fund to support employees through hardship, work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
• Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses in 24 languages.

About us

• Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes. As a world-leading company with €4.7 billion in net sales in 2024 and listings on Euronext Brussels and Paris (SOLB), its unwavering commitment drives the transition to a carbon-neutral future by 2050, underscoring its dedication to sustainability and a fair and just transition.
• At Solvay, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

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