Job Summary:
As Bioprocessing and Purification Technologies (BPT) Global Planning and Logistics Senior Director, you will spearhead end to end global supply chain planning and logistics strategy, ensuring seamless synchronization between production, inventory and international distribution
What You Will Do:
Global Strategic Planning (S&OP/IBP)
- Lead the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) and Integrated Business Planning which is highly global driven
- Optimize global inventory levels to balance working capital targets with high customer service level requirements.
- Develop long-term demand and supply models that account for market volatility and chemical industry-specific lead times.
Logistics & Distribution Excellence
- Oversee a complex global logistics network, including ocean freight, bulk liquid transport, rail, and specialized chemical warehousing.
- Manage relationships with 3PL/4PL providers, freight forwarders, and customs brokers to ensure compliance with international trade regulations (Incoterms, REACH, etc.).
- Drive cost-optimization initiatives within the transportation network without compromising safety or delivery timelines.
Digital Transformation & Analytics
- Champion the adoption of advanced supply chain technologies (e.g., ERP enhancements, TMS, and AI-driven forecasting tools).
- Establish and monitor Global KPIs such as Perfect Order Fulfillment, Freight as a % of Sales, and Inventory Turnover.
Risk Management & Compliance
- Mitigate global supply chain disruptions through robust contingency planning and real-time risk assessment.
- Ensure all logistics activities adhere to strict HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) standards and hazardous material regulations (IMDG, ADR, IATA)
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree
- 10+ years of Logistics and Planning experience
- Strong people leadership experience
- Background in chemistry or chemical supply chain
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in resin or specialty chemical supply chains strongly preferred
- SAP Experience
- Expertise in Logistics automation solutions a benefit
- TPM and/or Six Sigma black belt experience
Annual or Hourly Compensation Range
Benefits
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Potential Customer Requirements Notice
To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to:
- Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.
- Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree
- 10+ years of Logistics and Planning experience
- Strong people leadership experience
- Background in chemistry or chemical supply chain
Ecolab Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Feedback suggests the company provides strong retirement programs, including a 401(k) with employer matching and a pension, alongside options like an employee stock purchase plan. Offerings such as retiree healthcare benefits and diverse investment choices reinforce long-term financial support.
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Healthcare Strength — Feedback suggests medical coverage is broad, with HSA plan options and company contributions, prescription benefits, dental and vision, and virtual care and mental health support. Company-paid wellness programs and income protection (short- and long-term disability, life and accident) further strengthen core coverage.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-focused programs include fertility support, adoption assistance, and paid parental leave, complemented by counseling and resource services. These offerings are positioned as supportive of employee well-being across different life stages.
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What We Do
A trusted partner at nearly three million customer locations, Ecolab (ECL) is the global leader in water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services. With annual sales of $12 billion and more than 44,000 associates, Ecolab delivers comprehensive solutions, data-driven insights and personalized service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, hospitality and industrial markets in more than 170 countries around the world. For more Ecolab news and information, visit www.ecolab.com, or follow us on twitter.com/ecolab, facebook.com/ecolab or instagram.com/ecolab_inc.
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