Supply Chain Manager

Evonik•Lafayette, IN

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

What we offer Explore a world of opportunities with us. Look ahead with us and help shape innovative solutions to make our world more sustainable and life healthier, more vibrant and more comfortable. At Evonik, you have the chance to explore, thrive, and grow alongside 33,000 colleagues. Among attractive career paths and high-quality development programs, we not only offer performance-based remuneration and occupational health benefits but also hybrid and flexible working environments with #SmartWork. Bring your fresh perspective, develop your strengths, break out your mold, and find a career that fits your dreams with us. Click on the link below to learn what our employees have to say about Evonik: https://careers.evonik.com/en/about/meet-the-team/ Plans and manages allocated supply chain resources and demand processes to ensure the business meets agreed customer service targets at minimal operating cost and optimum stock levels.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field required.
Minimum of 5+ years of experience in supply chain, inventory planning, or materials management.
Strong experience with SAP, MRP, or similar planning systems.
Knowledge of supply chain principles, inventory control, and demand planning.
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

Manage raw material inventory levels, including safety stock and reorder points, to ensure uninterrupted production.
Utilize SAP and MRP systems to plan, schedule, and optimize raw material supply and demand.
Coordinate with Procurement to ensure timely sourcing and delivery of raw materials.
Partner with Production and Planning teams to align material availability with production schedules.
Monitor and resolve raw material shortages, delays, and quality-related deviations.
Lead monthly S&OP activities, including capacity planning and supply alignment.
Develop, track, and improve supply chain KPIs to drive operational performance.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supply chain efficiency and reduce costs.
Coordinate raw material re-evaluation processes with labs and quality teams.
Ensure compliance with cGMP, safety, and environmental standards, including proper documentation and reporting practices.