Chemical Operations Planning Manager

3M

105d • $188,251 - $230,084

About The Position

As a Chemical Operations Planning Manager you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by driving excellence in Chem Ops planning processes, systems, and people to maintain inventory within range (improving OTIF & reducing surplus inventory). You will own the Chem Ops planning system modeling and design, deploying new applications in conjunction with adjacent planning processes. Additionally, you will define and deploy planning playbooks, training and development programs. Your role will also involve project management and execution, where you will develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk management strategies, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. You will manage and drive multiple projects simultaneously across various industries. Furthermore, you will plan, execute, and assess pilot programs to vet AI technologies and data solutions, ensuring their effectiveness before broader implementation. Staying current with emerging AI and manufacturing data tools will be essential, as you will evaluate their potential application in manufacturing operations. You will utilize a variety of tools and techniques to analyze data from multiple stages of manufacturing operations, including production planning, raw material procurement, testing, operations, packing, and shipping to identify and prioritize areas of opportunity. Implementing AI or data-driven solutions to optimize manufacturing operations will be a key focus, as well as working closely with engineering, operations, and IT teams to align on the integration and use of AI solutions across various manufacturing areas.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start).
• Five (5) years of experience in supply chain in a private, public, government or military environment.
• Two (2) years of experience in management/supervision in a manufacturing environment.
• Two (2) years of experience leading projects in a manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Supply Chain, Computer Science, Business, Engineering or related field.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to distill complex manufacturing data into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience in evaluating, testing, and implementing AI and data solutions.
• Familiarity with both established AI vendors and emerging tools from startups in the manufacturing sector.
• Knowledge of industry-specific manufacturing processes and challenges.

Responsibilities

• Drive excellence in Chem Ops planning processes, systems, and people to maintain inventory within range.
• Own the Chem Ops planning system modeling and design, deploying new applications.
• Define and deploy planning playbooks, training and development programs.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.
• Manage and drive multiple projects simultaneously across various industries.
• Plan, execute, and assess pilot programs to vet AI technologies and data solutions.
• Stay current with emerging AI and manufacturing data tools.
• Utilize tools and techniques to analyze data from multiple stages of manufacturing operations.
• Implement AI or data-driven solutions to optimize manufacturing operations.
• Work closely with engineering, operations, and IT teams.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance.
• Health Savings Accounts.
• Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Disability Benefits.
• Life Insurance.
• Voluntary Benefits.
• Paid Absences.
• Retirement Benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree