Categories: Supply Chain, Management, Manufacturing, Chemicals

Job Description:

Global S&OP & Demand Manager

Huntsman is seeking a Global S&OP & Demand Manager supporting the Elastomer Polyurethanes Division located in The Woodlands, Texas. This position will report to the Global Supply Chain Manager – Elastomer, within the Global Supply Chain leadership team.

The role will have one direct report.

Job Scope

The S&OP & Demand Manager leads and drives the S&OP & Demand management processes, ensuring alignment between Sales, Manufacturing, Regional/Global Supply Chains, and Operations strategies. Responsible for developing and implementing best-in-class S&OP practices, forecasting demands, improving demand and forecast efficiency, and managing key performance metrics that ensure high service levels to customers in line with corporate and business goals. This role also involves leading cross-functional teams, mentoring employees, and communicating with global senior management.

In summary, as the S&OP & Demand Manager, you will:

Leading and Driving the S&OP Process

• Establish and maintain a structured S&OP process, ensuring alignment between Sales, Operations, and Finance, and lead the monthly S&OP meetings.
• Develop supply fulfillment strategies (3 to 24 months) across all product lines and regions.
• Collaborate with regional Supply Chain teams to align integrated business planning and execution.

Driving Demand Management

• Lead the regional demand planning process with demand managers from the wider Polyurethanes organization, including base demand forecasting and consensus alignment with stakeholders (Sales, Marketing, Finance).
• Integrate inputs from new product launches, pricing changes, and market trends to develop rolling 18–24 month demand projections.
• Analyze historical sales, orders, and market intelligence to improve demand signals and forecast accuracy.
• Ensure short- and medium-term demand expectations align with commercial, marketing, supply chain, and business goals.

Supply Chain Optimization

• Improve efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and responsiveness of the supply chain, including inventory management, inter-regional stock movements, and manufacturing decisions.

Analytics and Key Performance Metric Management

• Identify, track, and report on key metrics related to S&OP and supply chain performance such as inventory turnover, order fulfillment, forecast accuracy, and capacity utilization.
• Conduct gap analyses between plans and outcomes and perform scenario modeling with risk mitigation strategies.

Process Improvement

• Identify and implement process improvements to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and enhance inventory management.

Team Leadership and Development

• Guide and mentor a team, fostering a collaborative, results-driven, and high-performing work environment.
• Lead change management initiatives.

Communication and Collaboration

• Maintain effective communication with all stakeholders, including Sales, Manufacturing, Operations, Finance, and Senior Management.

Projects & Process Standardization

• Collaborate with other regions and divisions to review and optimize S&OP, demand, and forecasting processes.
• Drive process standardization and best practices across sites.
• Support operational improvements in cost, working capital, and service levels.

Risk Management

• Identify and assess supply chain risks, develop mitigation strategies, and implement solutions to minimize disruptions.

Strategic Planning

• Contribute to the development of strategic plans for S&OP and supply chain, considering long-term business goals and industry trends.

Digitization and Analytics

• Identify opportunities to deploy digital tools and analytics to drive performance improvement and ensure tool adoption compliance.

Organizational Relationships

• Member of the Elastomer Global Supply Chain Leadership team.
• Close collaboration with Global Senior Management, Regional Demand Management, Commercial Teams, Business Performance & Finance Teams, Site Managers, and Marketing.
• Partner with the Global Supply Chain Excellence organization/PMO to ensure alignment with standard practices and sustainability of implemented solutions.

Qualifications

You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.

The candidate must have an unrestricted right to work for Huntsman in the United States.

Minimum Qualifications

• 10–15 years of management experience in S&OP & Demand Management, Inventory Planning.

• 3+ years of team management experience.

• Experience in multi-site manufacturing with a global footprint.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field.

• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP) and Data Analytics Tools (e.g., Excel, BI, Tableau).

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree such as an MBA.

• APICS/ASCM or similar certification.

• Experience in the specialty chemicals industry is beneficial.

Skills and Knowledge

Deep Understanding of S&OP, Demand, and Supply Chain Management

• Proven experience in all aspects of S&OP, including demand planning, supply planning, inventory management, and supply chain optimization.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills with a process-oriented mindset.
• Ability to interpret and present complex data and develop solutions to business challenges.

Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders, build strong relationships, and lead cross-functional teams.
• Proven ability to influence at all levels and motivate a high-performing team.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to anticipate challenges and develop innovative solutions.
• Highly results-driven with strong collaboration across functions.

Working Environment

• Travel Requirement: Mild / Occasional travel.

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