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Job Summary
Our Global Supply Chain is a network of more than 300 manufacturing plants distribution centers and other facilities designed and located to support our direct sales marketing and distribution activities. We enable company growth by delivering savings through more efficient operations and high levels of service that create competitive advantage while earning and keeping customers trust.
We areseekinga qualified and experiencedPlannerto join our Production & Raw Material planning team at our Eagan MN plant. As a Planner you will play a crucial role in ensuring thetimelyproduction of orders and the procurement of raw materials to meet customer delivery schedules andmaintainsafety stock levels. Your focus will be on promoting teamwork integrity and upholding our core values ofreliabilitytrust.
Whats in it For You:
Opportunity for a long-term career path that allows for exposure into all areas of Ecolabs 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:
Develop and execute material planning strategies based on production schedules and demand forecasts
Monitor inventory levels to ensure optimal stock while avoiding shortages or excess
Maintain accurate master data in ERP systems
Collaborate with procurement and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials
Follow up on late deliveries and proactively mitigate supply risks
Align material availability with production plans to avoid downtime
Communicate material shortages or risks to production and planning teams
Analyze inventory trends shortages and excess stock
Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost optimization
Review and approve invoices for raw material orders
Intermediate problem identification/solving and navigating ambiguous situations
Manages daily operational partnerships with internal plants warehouses and external suppliers
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in Business/Statistics Supply Chain Management Engineering or related field of study
2 years of work experience in supply chain or planning
No immigration sponsorship is available for this role
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of MRP/ERP planning concepts and experience withSAP advanced planning systemsanalytical or equivalent software
High level of proficiency in Excel
APICS Certification
Experience in chemical or similar industry
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with different audiences
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to drive decisions and build consensus among stakeholders
Ability to navigate complex policy process and people-related organizational dynamics
A track record of successfully delivering to Key Performance Indicators and business objectives
Experience with cross-functional collaboration and communication skills
Demonstrated ability for using a strategic mindset
Annual or Hourly Compensation Range
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.
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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.
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About Company
Ecolab is the global leader in water, hygiene and energy technologies and services. Every day, we help make the world cleaner, safer and healthier – protecting people and vital resources.
