Capacity Planning Manager

Capacity Planning Manager

Location: Chattanooga, TN

About the Job

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.

Main Responsibilities:

• 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.
• 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. Projects include, but are not limited to, 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.
• Leads business-change initiatives such as changes to the supply chain and manufacturing footprints, launches of new product lines, new distribution strategies, etc.

About You

• 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, Must communicate “up” effectively at the Director, VP, and Sr. VP levels as well as to the shop-floor.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams to achieve consensus
• Strong problem solving and analysis skills
• Ability to lead projects across the E2E supply chain

Why choose us?

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave.

Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.

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