Global Planning

Job Summary: The Global Planning & Logistics Center of Excellence Director leads strategic and hands-on initiatives to set and uphold world-class supply chain planning and logistics standards at Ecolab. This role oversees talent, processes, analytics, training, and systems to drive improvements in safety, service, cash flow, costs, and employee engagement. Reporting to the VP of SC Global Planning & Logistics, the Director manages a global team across North America, Europe, Greater China, and other markets, including Data Analytics experts in Pune.

What You Will Do:

• Develop and maintain supply chain planning and logistics standards
• Lead internal assessments and oversee performance against benchmarks
• Drive operational enhancements in safety, service, cash flow, cost, and engagement
• Implement talent development programs and create an aspirational culture
• Support process design and standardization (e.g., advanced planning tools, WMS, TMS)
• Deploy global metrics and scorecards for service, cost, working capital, and sustainability
• Advance digital solutions and analytics; develop capability roadmaps
• Collaborate with operational teams to implement transformative capabilities

Benefits:

• Career growth in a company recognized for ethics and sustainability
• Comprehensive benefits from day one, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, pension, stock plan, and tuition reimbursement

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, engineering, business, science, operations, or related field
• 10+ years' experience in supply chain leadership, S&OP, and planning/logistics operations
• Experience managing cross-functional projects and working in global matrixed organizations
• Proficiency with ERP (preferably SAP), advanced planning, warehouse, and transportation management systems
• Strong analytical skills, project management, and ability to influence senior leaders
• Talent management and team leadership in changing environments

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's or MBA in Supply Chain
• Six Sigma, Lean, or Continuous Improvement certification
• APICS CPIM or CSCP Certification
• Executive communication skills and SAP experience

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range

Benefits  

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Potential Customer Requirements Notice

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.

- Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.

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