Strategic Supply Planner | Naperville, IL (Hybrid)

Ecolab • Naperville Park District, IL

251d • $64,000 - $96,000

About The Position

Join Nalco - an Ecolab company as a Strategic Supply Planner based in Naperville, IL. This hybrid role sits out of our corporate headquarters supporting our equipment manufacturing operations by managing capacity, service, and inventory across a network of production sites. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure supply meets demand, drive strategic planning initiatives, and support our mission of protecting people and vital resources.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Statistics, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field
• 2 years of work experience in supply chain planning, finance, marketing, or a related analytical discipline
• Experience with ERP systems, advanced planning tools, or equivalent software

Nice To Haves

• Advanced technical or business degree, preferred
• Experience with TPM, Lean Six Sigma, continuous improvement, or APICS certification
• Background in equipment manufacturing environments
• Demonstrated ability to build cross-functional partnerships and communicate effectively
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and deliver results

Responsibilities

• Lead North America supply planning for assigned equipment product families
• Balance production across the network to maintain capacity and support seasonal or maintenance-related shifts
• Develop and maintain inventory strategies to meet service and working capital goals
• Collaborate with manufacturing, business, and marketing teams to align supply with demand
• Identify and resolve capacity constraints and lead crisis management efforts
• Support new product introductions and phase-outs in coordination with plant planners
• Monitor and optimize key planning parameters in JDA Master Planning
• Contribute to S&OP and other strategic planning meetings

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, matching 401K, company-paid pension, stock purchase plan, paid parental leave, select discounted childcare resources
• Opportunity to take on some of the world's most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments
• Ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
• Support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best
• Opportunity for a long-term career path that allows for exposure into all areas of Ecolab's supply chain
• Access to best-in-class resources, tools, and technology
• Thrive in a company that values sustainability, drives a safety-focused culture and has been recognized as one of the most ethical companies in the world

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree