Career Opportunities: EMEA Sales and Operations Planning Manager (W/M/X) (31231)

Syensqo 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.

We are looking for: 

As a Supply Manager, you will be part of the Product & Asset Planning team within the Novecare Supply Chain organization. You will oversee a specific perimeter in EMEA, including manufacturing plant(s), toller(s), and/or distribution center(s). Your role is crucial in ensuring the seamless operation of our supply chain, contributing to our mission of providing the best service to our customers with a firm commitment to safety and sustainability.

We count on you for: 

• Supply Planning: 
  • Translate demand forecasts into a rough cut production plan for the next 12/18 months, aligning with inventory and OTIF targets. 
  • Propose planning scenarios to optimize targets and lead decision-making processes with stakeholders such as manufacturing, markets, PAM, and purchasing.
  • Manage deviations from the plan and drive potential product allocations 
  • Actively participate in the transition to Kynaxis - Maestro.
  • Manage one person in charge of daily scheduling operations of some tolling activities

• Customer Satisfaction: 
  • Be accountable for OTIF performance
  • Define Catalog Lead Times in collaboration with market and manufacturing teams.
  • Support commercial and manufacturing teams for new business developments

• Inventory Management: 
  • Drive the organization to meet inventory targets, including SMOG reductions.
  • Provide inventory plans for the upcoming month and analyze deviations from projections.
  • Define stock holding strategies, level of safety stocks

• Data Management:
  • Ensure SAP-MRP data integrity and manage the creation of new materials.

You can count on us for:

• Opportunities for professional growth and learning
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diverse perspectives and encourages open communication.
• Support in achieving performance objectives and contributing to sustainable practices.

You will bring:

• Education and Experience: 5 to 10 years in supply planning positions, experience with Advanced Planning Systems (Dynasys, Kinaxis), and APICS/CPIM certification.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Gsheet /  Excel, SAP, and planning tools, with leading-edge analytical capabilities.
• Desired Behaviors: Customer focus, achievement-driven, stress-resistant, open-minded, and a commitment to sustainability.
• Languages: Proficiency in English

You will get:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible remote working conditions
• 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations
• Training platform for all employees
• Free language courses (24 languages available)
• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)

Additional information:

• Preferred location: Lyon or Paris
   

About us

• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
• At Syensqo, 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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