Associate Director, SID & Supply Chain Management

Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America•Itasca, IL

15d•$155,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

At Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition, we are making significant advances in food and health with new ideas and innovative technologies. We are seeking candidates with energy and enthusiasm to be part of our growing team throughout North America. As an Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition employee, you are part of a diverse, innovative, and collaborative community committed to enhancing lives through nutrition and health. Our team is committed to providing amino acid-based solutions that create better lives for all. Why Join Us Our people are the key ingredient to our success. We offer a collaborative, innovative environment where you can grow your career and make an impact on global food and health solutions. We provide a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package , including: Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Opportunity 401(k) with Company Contributions Medical, Dental, and Vision — Effective Day 1 Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, and Floating Holidays Paid Parental Leave Wellness Programs and Yearly Wellness Reimbursement Work Flexibility Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities Career Growth and Development within a Global Organization Company-Provided Mental Health and Caregiving support Overview Exercise strict oversight of PSI planning and Logistics operations for SID business. Lead initiatives to improve business processes in collaboration with stakeholders, including factory teams. (80%) Develop and execute a mid- to long-term transformation plan for the entire AHN SCM in collaboration with senior leadership. The plan is structured around three key pillars: organizational restructuring and talent development, business process optimization, and IT system implementation. (20%) Qualifications EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree or higher required. Preferably with ASCM CPIM or CSCP certification, or a master’s degree in supply chain management or industrial engineering. Bringing over 12 years of experience in manufacturing, preferably within the consumer goods industry. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Demonstrates resilience by overcoming challenges without relying on budgetary or environmental constraints as justification. Effectively facilitates coordination between factory teams and the Itasca headquarters, fostering collaboration even amid differing viewpoints. Proactively addresses conflicts by stepping in and leading resolution efforts with a focus on unity and progress Competency Making every possible effort despite limited budget and personnel. Leadership Shaping a future vision in alignment with management and factory direction, sharing it across the organization, and sustaining high motivation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher required.
Bringing over 12 years of experience in manufacturing, preferably within the consumer goods industry.
Demonstrates resilience by overcoming challenges without relying on budgetary or environmental constraints as justification.
Effectively facilitates coordination between factory teams and the Itasca headquarters, fostering collaboration even amid differing viewpoints.
Proactively addresses conflicts by stepping in and leading resolution efforts with a focus on unity and progress
Making every possible effort despite limited budget and personnel.
Shaping a future vision in alignment with management and factory direction, sharing it across the organization, and sustaining high motivation.

Nice To Haves

Preferably with ASCM CPIM or CSCP certification, or a master’s degree in supply chain management or industrial engineering.

Responsibilities

Monitor the monthly PSI by SKU for the SID business, result and the 12-month forward plan, to maintain a healthy operational state.
While striving to reduce inventory and minimize disposal losses, optimal supply and demand planning is maintained with consideration for factory utilization and fixed asset efficiency.
Leading the technical improvements in SCM through advanced demand forecasting, revision of safety stock standards, and optimization of the logistics network.
Acting as the primary liaison for contracts with logistics providers and outsourced manufacturers, maintaining strong relationships with partner companies, and driving cost optimization.
Assessing mid- to long-term factory operating rates, discussing the need for appropriate CAPEX plans with production sites based on business plans, and proposing recommendations to senior management.