Vacancies Capacity Manager

AkzoNobel • High Point, NC

16h • Hybrid

About The Position

AkzoNobel is seeking a Capacity Manager to optimize capacity, inventory, and supply chain performance across its manufacturing and distribution network. The role works closely with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Logistics, Production, and Commercial teams to balance customer demand, operational capacity, and inventory performance. It combines analytical, operational, and project-based work and offers visibility across the organization and opportunities to influence strategic supply chain decisions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 to 6 years of experience in Capacity Planning, Supply Planning, Inventory Management, or Supply Chain Operations.
• Strong analytical skills and advanced Excel capabilities.
• ERP experience, preferably SAP.
• Experience supporting S&OP, S&OE, or IBP processes.
• Ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders across multiple functions.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Proactive approach and willingness to identify opportunities and drive change.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a Fast-Moving Consumer Goods industry, paints/coatings, or another high-volume supply chain industry.
• Experience with RCCP and inventory optimization.
• Knowledge of Power BI or other visualization tools.
• Continuous Improvement, Lean, Six Sigma, or project management experience.
• Manufacturing or production planning experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead capacity planning activities across manufacturing and distribution operations.
• Drive improvements in Rough-Cut Capacity Planning (RCCP) and Integrated Business Planning (IBP) processes.
• Analyze inventory and capacity trends to identify risks and opportunities.
• Lead initiatives to improve inventory performance and reduce excess and obsolete inventory (SLOB).
• Develop scenarios and recommendations to support business decision-making.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Logistics, Planning, and Commercial teams to improve operational performance.
• Coordinate governance meetings and provide performance insights through analytics and reporting.
• Drive continuous improvement projects focused on service, inventory, and operational efficiency.

Benefits

• Annual bonus target of 10%, based on individual and company performance.
• Medical insurance with HSA.
• Dental, vision, life, and AD&D benefits.
• 401(k) retirement savings with 6% company match.
• Generous vacation, personal, and holiday pay.
• Paid parental leave.
• Hybrid work for most exempt roles.
• Active Diversity & Inclusion Networks.
• Career growth opportunities on a regional and global scale.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee referral bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level