Associate Manager, Demand Planning Center of Excellence

SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers – such as Raid®, Glade®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country around the world. Together, we are creating a better future – for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member. Join our winning team of Wave Makers and Go Getters and help us write the next chapter in the SCJ story.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team of Supply Chain Process and Planning experts! As the Associate Manager, Demand Planning Center of Excellence in North America, you will be responsible for establishing best practices and improving capabilities around Kinaxis Maestro, SAP ECC/S4HANA, and Reporting and Analytics for the North America region. You will sit in the Global Center of Excellence Organization that is on the forefront of system implementations and enhancements delivering process improvements and tools to deliver best in class performance.

In this role, you will partner and support the regional demand planning and Global Center of Excellence teams by monitoring end-to-end system functionality, data input/output, and performance, while leading the implementation of globally defined policies, processes, and tools to strategically meet business needs. Also, you will work closely with cross-functional partners to identify and implement supply chain improvements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Subject Matter Expert (SME) on Kinaxis Maestro, SAP ECC/S4HANA, SCJ Supply Chain data, Data infrastructure, and planning and Supply Chain policies and practices.

• Ensure regional teams adhere to global tools/guidelines/processes and elevate variances to standard work as needed including optimal usage of SAP and Planning system.

• Identify, assess, and implement planning process improvement opportunities, working closely with the Global Process owner and Regional Supply and Demand Planning Managers.

• Coach a team of Demand Planners on best practices processes, policies, and tools.

• Educate and oversee a team of regional Subject Matter Experts (SME), responsible for coaching planners on key processes and tools based on global guidelines from Global COE.

• Collaborate with Planning COE peers globally to share best practices (COEs located in Buenos Aires, Manila, Milan).

• Support digitalization initiative within Planning Community and be a key driver of system design, change management and rollout.

• Owning documentation by maintaining training materials, quick cards, policy, etc., always striving for global standard harmonization.

• Identify and implement associated technology improvements together with support provided by BPT.

• Leverage system functionalities to produce reports from the available systems to enhance decision making (as needed).

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING

• Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Business Administration, Mathematics or related and 5+ years of Supply Chain experience (Logistics, Planning, warehousing, Manufacturing, etc.) in a Consumer-Packaged Goods Industry; OR an Advanced degree with 3+ years of experience.

• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS

• Advanced understanding in Kinaxis Maestro, SAP ECC/S4HANA, and Reporting/Analytics and a passion for system-supported processes.

• Advanced experience in supply chain end-to-end planning and S&OP within a CPG environment

• Experience with SCM/APO.

• Demonstrated results and working in a team-based, cross functional environment.

• Strong knowledge of SCJ Supply Chain Practices, Policies, and Infrastructure.

• Strong communication skills, with a proven ability to understand key concepts and communicate with business stakeholders.

• Ability to drive action and influence decision making at all levels of the organization achieving win-win solutions through negotiation.

• Ability to work within high-performing teams in highly collaborative environments.

• Ability to deal with complexity and manage ambiguity.

• Ability to perform under pressure and manage multiple priorities with competing demands.

• Significant exposure to Project Management practice.

• Strong training and coaching skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Advanced in Excel.

• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, Microsoft Azure.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Full Time, standard office hours

• 10-25% Travel

• Remote work available once a week after 90-day onboarding period.

• This role is eligible for domestic relocation.

BENEFITS AND PERKS

SC Johnson’s total compensation packages are at or above industry levels. In addition to salary, total packages may include bonuses, long-term incentives, matching 401(k) contributions and profit sharing based on company profitability, job level and years of service. As a family company, we’re committed to providing benefits such as subsidized health care plans, maternity/paternity/adoption leave, flexible work arrangements, vacation purchase options, recreation and fitness centers, childcare, counseling services and more. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice as assigned by the Manager. The job description does not constitute a contract of employment, and the position remains at-will. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice as assigned by the Manager. The job description does not constitute a contract of employment, and the position remains at-will.

Inclusion & Diversity

We’re a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.

We’re committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at https://jobs.scjohnson.com/inclusion.

Better Together

At SC Johnson, we strive to create a positive, inclusive and unique workplace. We strongly believe SCJ people are able to achieve their best when they can collaborate and work together in person.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The policy of the Company is to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in any active or reserve component of the U.S. or state military forces, genetic history or information or any other category protected by law.

Accommodation Requests

If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at 262-260-3343 or email your request to SCJHR@scj.com. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Download the EEO Know Your Rights poster for more information.