Global Planning & Logistics Center of Excellence Director
Ecolab Inc.
St Paul, MN
Job Summary: The Global Planning & Logistics Center of Excellence Director leads strategic and hands-on initiatives to set and uphold world-class supply chain planning and logistics standards at Ecolab. This role oversees talent, processes, analytics, training, and systems to drive improvements in safety, service, cash flow, costs, and employee engagement. Reporting to the VP of SC Global Planning & Logistics, the Director manages a global team across North America, Europe, Greater China, and other markets, including Data Analytics experts in Pune.
What You Will Do:
- Develop and maintain supply chain planning and logistics standards
- Lead internal assessments and oversee performance against benchmarks
- Drive operational enhancements in safety, service, cash flow, cost, and engagement
- Implement talent development programs and create an aspirational culture
- Support process design and standardization (e.g., advanced planning tools, WMS, TMS)
- Deploy global metrics and scorecards for service, cost, working capital, and sustainability
- Advance digital solutions and analytics; develop capability roadmaps
- Collaborate with operational teams to implement transformative capabilities
Benefits:
- Career growth in a company recognized for ethics and sustainability
- Comprehensive benefits from day one, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, pension, stock plan, and tuition reimbursement
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, business, science, operations, or related field
- 10+ years’ experience in supply chain leadership, S&OP, and planning/logistics operations
- Experience managing cross-functional projects and working in global matrixed organizations
- Proficiency with ERP (preferably SAP), advanced planning, warehouse, and transportation management systems
- Strong analytical skills, project management, and ability to influence senior leaders
- Talent management and team leadership in changing environments
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s or MBA in Supply Chain
- Six Sigma, Lean, or Continuous Improvement certification
- APICS CPIM or CSCP Certification
- Executive communication skills and SAP 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.
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Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging
At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are inclusive. We are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.
In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA).
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.
About the Company
Ecolab Inc.
A trusted partner for millions of customers, Ecolab (ECL) is a global sustainability leader offering water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services that protect people and the resources vital to life. Building on a century of innovation, Ecolab has annual sales of $15 billion and more than 48,000 associates, Ecolab delivers comprehensive science-based solutions, data-driven insights and world-class service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, and optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, life sciences, hospitality and industrial markets in more than 170 countries around the world.
When you come to work at Ecolab, you get to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges and have the opportunity to learn and grow, shape your career, make an impact and quickly see the importance of your work.
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