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Ecolab Inc Demand Planner in Eagan, Minnesota
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 are seeking a Planner to manage a medium product portfolio, network, or division. As the Planner, you will be accountable for the Demand, Supply, or Raw Material plan to ensure customer requirements are met through S&OP, Mid-Long Term Capacity Planning, or Material Resolution. You will act as a liaison between production and various other internal and external stakeholders. What's in it For You: 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: Accountable for the Demand, Supply, or Raw Material plan to ensure customer requirements are met through S&OP, Mid-Long Term Capacity Planning, or Material Resolution May also manage short-term supply or raw material scheduling/planning for a large facility and/or complex product line Intermediate problem identification/solving and navigating ambiguous situations Utilizes project management skills to participate in and/or lead small to medium scope/business impact continuous improvement activities Applies knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance organizational goals Builds internal/external partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives May help design and establish new processes or solutions to drive value through increased efficiency or performance Manages daily operational partnerships with internal plants, warehouses and/or external suppliers Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree 2 years of work experience in supply chain planning Immigration sponsorship not available for this role Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Business/Statistics, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or related field of study Advanced technical or business degree, MBA preferred Experience in operational excellence and project management such as TPM, Lean Six Sigma, continuous improvement, Green Belt, etc. APICS Certification 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 Significant experience withERPs, advanced planning systems,analytical or equivalent software High level of proficiency with MS Office, primarily Excel and Word Benefits Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families.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. Covid-19 Vaccine Notice Due to local mandates and customer requirements, applicants for certain customer-facing positions must be fully vaccinated (which in some situations requires 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 applica le 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 Diversity and Inclusion At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and 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. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of 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). Our goal is to fully utilize minority, female, disabled and covered veteran individuals at all levels of the workforce. Ecolab is a place where you can grow your career, own your future and impact what matters. 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 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.