Supply Planning Leader

To apply, create your account on GloProsSecondary locations considered: Chicago, IL / New York, NY / Atlanta, GAWork Model: Hybrid (Onsite leadership presence required)ContractMinimum 12-month engagement (Contract-to-Hire or Permanent considered)Role OverviewWe are seeking a Senior Manager-level Supply Planning Leader to play a critical role in driving transformation within our end-to-end supply chain. This individual will translate demand plans into executable production plans in close partnership with manufacturing sites, while leading organizational change as part of a broader transformation program.This is not a steady-state planning role. We are looking for a leader who will challenge the status quo, address systemic issues at their root cause, and elevate supply planning capabilities within a more interconnected S&OP/IBP environment.Strong expertise in SAP S/4HANA (S4) is required, as this role will support process standardization, system adoption, and capability building aligned with our digital transformation roadmap.Key ResponsibilitiesTranslate demand plans into constrained and unconstrained production plans in partnership with factories.Lead the supply planning team through process and system transformation (SAP S/4HANA environment).Drive behavioral and operational change across a more interconnected end-to-end planning process.Identify systemic supply and planning issues and eliminate workarounds by addressing root causes.Develop and execute corrective action plans to fix issues at the source.Strengthen alignment between Demand Planning, Manufacturing, Logistics, and Commercial teams.Lead Supply Review meetings as part of the S&OP/IBP governance model.Improve service levels, inventory productivity, and overall supply reliability.Coach and elevate team capability, accountability, and data-driven decision-making.Support long-term network and production planning strategies.Qualifications & ExperienceBachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field (MBA preferred).8–12+ years of progressive supply chain experience within FMCG or complex consumer goods environments.Proven experience at Senior Manager or Supply Planning Lead level.Hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA (S4) in a planning or transformation context (required).Demonstrated leadership in supply chain transformation or system implementation initiatives.Strong experience in S&OP / IBP processes within an interconnected end-to-end supply chain model.Ability to lead through ambiguity and drive sustainable change.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder influence skills.Leadership ProfileThe ideal candidate:Pushes teams beyond workarounds and drives permanent solutions.Has a transformation mindset and thrives in complex environments.Balances strategic thinking with operational execution.Holds teams accountable while building engagement and capability.Communicates clearly across senior leadership and operational teams.Cincinnati, OH strongly preferred to ensure consistent onsite leadership presence.Candidates in Chicago, New York, or Atlanta may be considered if able to be onsite 3 days per week for 2 weeks per month.Onsite presence is critical to effectively lead teams through transformation and change.Engagement ModelMinimum 12-month contract engagement. Open to contract-to-hire or direct permanent hire for the right candidateTo apply, create your account on GloProsJ-18808-Ljbffr