Global Planning Director

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Position Overview Deliver best-in-class global planning capabilities that drive service reliability, working capital efficiency and operational agility across Hexions global network.

The Global Planning Manager leads the strategy, tools and processes that connect demand, supply and production into a seamless, predictable value stream anchored in data, disciplined execution and continuous improvement. This role is pivotal to enabling Hexions enterprise goals for profitable growth, customer satisfaction and supply chain resilience through rigorous planning and alignment.

Job Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Optimization (30%)

• Contribute to and execute the global planning strategy to align with corporate goals and regional business units.
• Build resilience into the planning process through advanced analytics, scenario modeling and risk management frameworks.

Operational Execution & Performance (25%)

• Oversee global production planning and materials coordination to maintain optimal service levels and inventory turns.
• Leverage ERP/MRP systems and digital planning tools to drive end-to-end visibility and control.
• Establish and monitor KPIs (e.g., OTIF, forecast accuracy, inventory health) and implement continuous improvement programs.

Cross-Functional Collaboration (20%)

• Partner with manufacturing, procurement and commercial teams to ensure demand-supply balance and seamless order fulfillment.
• Drive effective communication between global and regional teams to manage capacity constraints and priorities.
• Serve as the global liaison for corporate planning initiatives, integrating new technologies and best practices.

Leadership & Talent Development (15%)

• Lead, coach and develop regional planning managers and analysts to build a strong global planning community.
• Foster a high-performance, data-driven culture with a focus on accountability, collaboration and proactive problem-solving.
• Champion diversity, inclusion and capability-building across the global supply chain network.

Innovation & Continuous Improvement (10%)

• Lead the adoption of digital planning tools, AI/ML-based forecasting, automation and advanced analytics.
• Identify and implement best-in-class supply chain planning practices.
• Sponsor and sustain initiatives that enhance agility, reduce waste and strengthen customer responsiveness.

Qualifications and Experience

• Knowledge, Skills, Attributes and Experience (KSAEs)