Material Planner/Asset Scheduler

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

We are looking for:

The Material Planner/Asset Scheduler is responsible for managing the Production Activity Control (PAC) system within the Vernon Supply Chain. This role involves developing and executing a Material Resource Plan (MRP) based on the Master Production Schedule (MPS) provided by the Materials Manager or Supply Planner, ensuring that customer orders for the Vernon site are fulfilled. The Material Planner/Asset Scheduler serves as the primary owner of the short- and mid-term production scheduling horizon (0–12 weeks).

We count on you for:

• Production Scheduling & Execution
  • Develop and manage detailed daily and weekly production schedules to ensure timely delivery of materials and finished goods.
  • Update production schedules regularly and review daily work instructions.
  • Monitor schedule adherence, investigate root causes of deviations, and implement corrective actions.
  • Create, release, and confirm process orders at the SKU level to meet Material Requirements Planning (MRP) needs.
  • Populate and update MF50 for planned orders and manage planning parameters in SAP (lead times, lot sizes, MRP types, safety stock).

• Supplier & Inventory Management
  • Collaborate with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery of raw materials, resolving issues related to delays or quality concerns.
  • Utilize forecasting tools and historical data to predict material requirements and align procurement with production needs.
  • Analyze slow-moving and obsolete inventory, developing and implementing mitigation plans.
  • Oversee on-site inventory levels for products, raw materials/intermediates, and packaging supplies; procure replenishments as needed to maintain efficient operations.
  • Monitor supplier delivery performance and work with procurement to drive improvements.

• SAP & Data Accuracy
  • Ensure accurate and timely entry of production data into SAP.
  • Coordinate the staging of packaging supplies, raw materials, and rework materials.

• Shipping & Coordination
  • Provide accurate product labeling.
  • Coordinate shipping activities in collaboration with the Materials Manager and Shipping Coordinator.

• Inventory Control
  • Conduct cycle counts for packaging materials, raw materials, base products, and finished goods.
  • Participate in physical inventory activities as required.

• Leadership & Coverage
  • Serve as backup for the Materials Manager and Shipping Coordinator during their absences.
  • Provide functional leadership to warehouse and shipping personnel when covering leadership roles.

You can count on us for:

• We offer the opportunity to join an exciting growth company
• A full range of benefits as expected of a successful company
• Opportunities for growth and learning
• Encouraging a diverse and inclusive workplace culture that values and respects individual differences and backgrounds

You will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or 5+ years of related experience
• APICS/ASCM CPIM or CSCP certification strongly preferred
• 5+ years of progressive experience in production planning, scheduling, or supply chain operations within a manufacturing environment
• SAP experience preferred
• Working knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) and IATA regulations, ISO 9000 standards and shipping/receiving/warehousing processes
  
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into operational decisions
• Proficiency in developing and using Excel spreadsheets
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Customer-focused mindset

You will get:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• The U.S. annual base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this new hire is: $88,480 to $110,600.  Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate, such as skills, experience, qualifications, etc. and can ultimately be more or less than the posted salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.
• 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations
• Training platform for all employees
• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)

About Us:

• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
• At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.
• Syensqo is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.