Senior Planner

At Sensient Technologies, we are experts in the science, art and innovation of color and flavor. We are market savvy and visionary. We are problem solvers. And we will be better with you.

We are looking for a Senior Planner to play a critical role in driving the success of our manufacturing operations. This position will lead planning activities across production materials and inventory, while partnering closely with our operations, quality, and safety teams to ensure we meet our production goals.

This position is a key member of the Sensient team, where you will be required to push boundaries in the office on site in Amboy, IL, 5 days per week.

What you'll do:

• Lead production, material, and inventory planning to support customer demand and plant objectives.
• Develop and optimize production schedules while balancing inventory, material, and operational priorities.
• Analyze and enter data in ERP system/Excel to drive planning decisions.
• Partner with Production, Supply Chain, EHS, and Quality departments to ensure we deliver product to our customers on time and in full.
• Communicate with internal and external customers.
• Investigate and resolve rejected raw material issues, accounting problems and receiving issues.

What you will bring:

• Experience in production planning and/or supply chain management preferred.
• Prior manufacturing experience with a strong understanding of production planning, inventory management, and manufacturing operations.
• Strong analytical skills, with demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills, with strong attention to detail and the ability to effectively manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to lead teams and collaborate effectively across functions.
• Bachelor's degree in Business or a related analytical field such as Finance, Management, Statistics, Technology, Supply Chain, or Operations preferred.

What you'll get:

• Opportunity to collaborate with your colleagues, onsite 5 days per week
• An excellent salary, benefit offering and development opportunities
• A thorough and effective training experience during onboarding and beyond

About Sensient:

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company''s customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world''s best-known brands.

About Sensient Flavors:

Sensient Flavors offers innovative, global taste solutions and specialized flavor delivery systems that help bring life to your food and beverage products. Our leading-edge technologies reflect our core philosophies to be dynamic and innovative and to add value to your applications.

The salary range for this position is $85,000 - $118,000 USD. Pay within the range is based on several factors, which may include, but are not limited to, education, work experience, specialized training, and labor market conditions. In addition to salary, Sensient is proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to support the holistic well-being of our employees and their families.

SPONSORSHP: Due to our inability to offer visa sponsorship, we can only consider candidates who are

authorized to work in (country) without the need for employment visa sponsorship.

Sensient is an Equal Opportunity Employer, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA.

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