Senior Analyst, Global External Manufacturing

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Your role at Clorox:

The Senior External Manufacturing Analyst acts as a key liaison for materials management, bridging material suppliers and external manufacturing partners to support end-to-end supply chain execution—from procurement through the delivery of finished goods.
In this role, the Sr. EMA partners closely with the External Manufacturing organization and External Operations Managers (EOMs) to provide SAP expertise, process guidance, training, reporting, and continuous improvement support. The position is responsible for collaborating with outsourced partners and internal stakeholders to ensure production plans are effectively executed. This includes developing and delivering structured training programs, driving process standardization and continuous improvement, maintaining system integrity, and leading issue investigation and resolution. The role also emphasizes coaching and reinforcing procedural adherence to ensure consistent, stable execution across the External Manufacturing network.

In this role, you will:

• Serve as a Clorox operational contact for External Manufacturers concerning materials ordering management to support the production plan.
• Coordinate manufacturing activities at external and/or business partner manufacturing sites, including but not limited to: managing POs and deviations, handling EM MTW STO, assisting EMs with Supplier Managed Inventory processes, supporting EMs FGs STO process, and enlisting support from others who will provide any required associated reports and technical expertise.
• Develop, update, and deliver training as required to the External Manufacturers and the External Operations Managers.  Coordinate and obtain resources required to deliver training.
• Collaborate with EOM, SME’s and Process Owners to develop, document and keep current procedures for all External Manufacturing specific activities.
• Update and maintain External Manufacturing training in MS Teams Channel, SharePoint Copack List, SAP calendars and other supportive databases.
• Develop, coordinate, and maintain monthly EM Reports including the EM dashboard and other KPI Metrics Reports.
• Initiate and maintain regular dialogue with stakeholders (ex: EOMs, Planning, SCLs, Deployment, DC Operations and Transportation) to resolve and prevent issues and to enhance mutual understanding of process.
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities.
• Act as liaison to cross functional partners and stakeholders for issue resolution including but not limited to:
  • Issue ownership
  • Identifying and resolving process gaps
  • Identifying and communicating training gaps
  • Audit SAP BOM accuracy
  • Procedural coaching
• Support all investigations which concern manufacturing or associated shipping operations, when required.
• Support EOMs when partnering with Clorox cross functional partners for root cause corrective action.
• Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with all stakeholders.
• Other duties as assigned.

What we look for:

• 4+ years in a supply chain technology, supply chain/inventory management, manufacturing, or customer facing role
• BS/BA degree or equivalent work experience in business, logistics, inventory management or related field.
• Power BI experience is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and supply chain management. 
• Experience in identifying, initiating, and driving improvements to processes and work streams.
• Proven ability to solve problems while effectively navigating ambiguity
• Strong attention to detail with demonstrated capability to manage competing demands and drive results across multiple workstreams
• Highly motivated self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and accountability for outcomes
• Possess the ability to present in front of small groups and provide training in a public environment.
• High proficiency with computer systems and software to include MS Suite and experience in using SAP or similar ERP applications (preferred).
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, verbal/written communication, time management, organizational, and prioritization skills
• Power BI knowledge or experience preferred: ability to create and/or maintain PBI data and reporting.
• Experience with process development and continuous improvement
• Ability to learn and adjust quickly to new processes and procedures
• Ability to work and make decisions independently in a fast-paced environment

Workplace type:

Hybrid - 3 days in the office, 2 days WFH

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[U.S.]Additional Information:

At Clorox, we champion people to be well and thrive, starting with our own people. To help make this possible, we offer comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company match, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays depending on location), inclusive fertility/adoption benefits, and more.

We are committed to fair and equitable pay and are transparent with current and future teammates about our full salary ranges. We use broad salary ranges that reflect the competitive market for similar jobs, provide sufficient opportunity for growth as you gain experience and expand responsibilities, while also allowing for differentiation based on performance. Based on the breadth of our ranges, most new hires will start at Clorox in the first half of the applicable range. Your starting pay will depend on job-related factors, including relevant skills, knowledge, experience and location. The applicable salary range for every role in the U.S. is based on your work location and is aligned to one of three zones according to the cost of labor in your area.

–Zone A: $72,400 - $132,500

–Zone B: $66,400 - $121,500

–Zone C: $60,300 - $110,400

All ranges are subject to change in the future. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.

This job is also eligible for participation in Clorox’s incentive plans, subject to the terms of the applicable plan documents and policies.

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