IBP / S&OP Manager for IMA region at dsm-firmenich. Leading cross-functional planning and ensuring data-driven decision making in supply chain management.
Responsibilities
Lead the end-to-end monthly IBP / S&OP cycle for IMA, ensuring strong alignment across Demand, Supply, and Finance to deliver one integrated business plan.
Translate commercial demand into feasible supply and capacity plans, balancing manufacturing capabilities, material availability, and service targets.
Act as the central planning interface for manufacturing sites, supporting production scheduling, inventory optimization, and overall service performance.
Ensure IBP plans align with Budget, RAF, and business outlook, enabling data-driven leadership decisions and business transparency.
Identify and mitigate demand, supply, and operational risks proactively, while supporting supply chain readiness for product launches, transitions, and process transfers.
Drive S&OP process maturity and planning discipline, providing visibility on OTIF, inventory exposure, lead times, and maintaining strong governance in Kinaxis / SAP IBP systems.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Operations, Engineering, Industrial Management, or Business; MBA or certifications such as APICS / IBP are preferred but not mandatory.
5–8 years of experience in Supply Chain Planning, S&OP, IBP, or Operations Planning within manufacturing or supply-driven environments.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to interpret data and drive structured, execution-focused decisions.
Advanced proficiency in Excel and solid knowledge of SAP R3/APO and Power BI, with familiarity in planning tools such as Kinaxis or SAP IBP preferred.
Strong understanding of manufacturing realities, lead times, and supply constraints, with the ability to navigate ambiguity and frequent operational changes.
Confident communicator experienced in collaborating with cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders from shop floor teams to senior leadership.
Benefits
A global, diverse, and inclusive working environment.
Opportunities to grow in a highly dynamic and multicultural organization.
A fair, competitive, and market-aligned compensation package.
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