Supply Planning Transformation Specialist

About the Role

The Fountain Group is seeking experienced Supply Planning Transformation Leads and Specialists for a significant, large-scale Supply Planning Transformation Program. This initiative aims to implement a new Target Operating Model (TOM) across a global manufacturing network, focusing on new planning processes, tools, and operational methodologies. These roles are crucial for driving successful business transformation outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Spearhead and assist in the deployment of supply planning transformation initiatives at various manufacturing sites.
• Champion the adoption of updated planning processes, systems, and operational frameworks.
• Collaborate closely with site leadership, supply chain personnel, and operations stakeholders.
• Evaluate site readiness and pinpoint discrepancies compared to future-state processes.
• Develop and execute comprehensive plans for deployment, implementation, and change management.
• Provide training and ongoing support to supply planning teams.
• Monitor project timelines, identify potential risks, and report on deployment progress.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts and document key learnings.
• Facilitate a smooth transition to sustainable post-deployment operations.

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in manufacturing planning, production scheduling, supply planning, or Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) environments.
• Previous work experience within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or other highly regulated manufacturing sectors.
• Proven experience in supply chain transformation, process enhancement, system implementation, or operating model deployment.
• Experience managing timeline-sensitive projects and cross-functional collaborations.
• Familiarity with planning systems such as SAP, SAP IBP, SAP APO, Blue Yonder, JDA, Infor, or similar advanced planning and scheduling tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in direct people management.
• Experience in change management, potentially with relevant certifications.
• Project management expertise.
• Background in Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience supporting multiple manufacturing facilities.

Opportunities Available

Supply Planning Transformation Lead

• Requires 8+ years of experience in supply chain, planning, manufacturing, or transformation roles.
• Must have experience leading teams and overseeing deployment activities across multiple manufacturing sites.
• Will be responsible for mentoring and guiding Supply Planning Transformation Specialists.

Supply Planning Transformation Specialist

• Requires 5+ years of experience in supply chain planning, scheduling, manufacturing operations, or S&OP.
• Responsible for site-specific deployment, training, adoption, and stakeholder engagement.
• Serves as the primary transformation point of contact for designated manufacturing locations.

Additional Information

• This is a 24-month assignment.
• The position is remote but requires travel between 15-35%.
• Candidates must reside in the Eastern or Central Time Zone.
• Multiple positions are available.

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