Sanofi - Chattanooga, TN
posted 16 days ago
About the position
The Capacity Planning Manager oversees the mid and long range rough cut capacity planning (RCCP) process. Responsible for developing and analyzing capacity projects and opportunities to better utilize manufacturing capacity across all facilities. Responsible for managing the twenty-four month budgetary plan and the thirty six month strategic plan. Lead the E2E flow of Solid Dose supply with Global team. Opella, the Consumer Healthcare business unit of Sanofi, is the purest and third-largest player globally in the Over-The-Counter (OTC) & Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements (VMS) market. We have an unshakable belief in the power of self-care and the role it can play in creating a healthier society and a healthier planet. That's why we want to make self-care as simple as it should be by being consumer-led always, with science at our core. Through our unique and balanced portfolio of more than 100 loved brands, including 15 global and local high-growth challengers such as Allegra, Dulcolax and Buscopan, we deliver our mission: helping more than half a billion consumers worldwide take their health in their hands. This mission is brought to life by an 11,000-strong team, 13 best-in-class manufacturing sites, and 4 specialized science and innovation development centers. We are also proud to be the first major fast-moving consumer healthcare company to achieve B Corp certification. Join us on our mission. Health. In your hands.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the mid and long range rough cut capacity planning (RCCP) process.
- Develop and analyze capacity projects and opportunities to better utilize manufacturing capacity across all facilities.
- Manage the twenty-four month budgetary plan and the thirty six month strategic plan.
- Lead the E2E flow of Solid Dose supply with Global team.
- Lead the Step 3 of the Sales and Operations Planning process, the capacity portion of the Budget and Strategic plans.
- Provide production plans for the Long Range Plan and Budget.
- Coordinate/lead special projects as required, including analysis to support new product introductions, asset utilization studies, and supply chain optimization opportunities.
- Work with Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Logistics to develop and maintain seasonal pre-build plans based on manufacturing capacity and storage costs.
- Lead business-change initiatives such as changes to the supply chain and manufacturing footprints, launches of new product lines, new distribution strategies, etc.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree required, and an MBA is a plus.
- Desired 3-5 years' experience in CPG/OTC Supply Chain or Materials Management preferred.
- Knowledge of SAP and Kinaxis, or other ERP system.
- Proficient in PC skills, especially MS Office.
- Familiarity with FMCG, especially OTC products and key classes of trade.
- Working knowledge of key department interactions (Production, Customer Service, Quality, Sales and Marketing).
- Strong communication and team building skills.
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams to achieve consensus.
- Strong problem solving and analysis skills.
- Ability to lead projects across the E2E supply chain.
Benefits
- Wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare.
- Prevention and wellness programs.
- At least 14 weeks' gender-neutral parental leave.
