Manager, Supply Chain Planning & Procurement Valent BioSciences

Sumitomo Chemical Group Companies of America • Libertyville, IL

22h • $125,000 - $154,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Lead the Supply Chain workstream for the VBS–MA integration and drive the centralization of MA Supply Planning & Procurement, operating as an individual-contributor manager who sets a high bar for execution, influence, and cross-functional leadership. Accountable for end-to-end planning and procurement performance—meeting customer expectations through robust inventory strategies, supplier/toller production orchestration, integrated production planning, and a coordinated communications cadence across the network.

Requirements

• Strong standalone leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• “Big Picture” operations and supply chain knowledge.
• Excellent time management in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
• Self-motivated, organized, and creative with proven leadership skills.
• Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal).
• Knowledge of supply planning and reporting systems.
• Team-oriented, professional, and proactive with a “can-do” attitude.
• Competency in relationship building, initiative, persuasion, integrity, leadership, problem-solving, and project management.
• Ability to communicate strategy and results to senior leadership.
• Minimum 8 years of supply chain experience, including planning, master scheduling, materials management, and demand planning.
• S&OP experience required.
• Highly detail-oriented with strong follow-up skills.
• Strong analytical skills and advanced Excel knowledge.
• Experience in global, matrixed environments with independence under limited supervision.
• Minimum 5 years of people management experience.
• Minimum 6 years of SAP experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, Logistics, or Supply Chain required.

Nice To Haves

• APICS certification (or willingness to obtain) is a plus.
• Knowledge of manufacturing principles and practices is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Integration & Centralization: Map processes, remove overlaps, resolve grey zones, and maintain cadence and engagement across VBS and MA; design and implement the MA Planning & Procurement centralization and its operating model.
• Production & Materials Planning (MRP/MPS): Build an integrated production plan by SKU using MCPs (rates, downtime, shifts), implement RCCP, and lead S&OE (0–3 months); consolidate PMR/DMR updates.
• AI / PGR Focus: Lead daily supply planning and procurement of Active Ingredients (AIs) for PGR products, managing demand/safety stocks/replenishment to ensure continuity of supply.
• Procurement & Suppliers: Issue supplier forecasts and manage commitments per contracts and toll manufacturing agreements; execute purchasing of raw materials, ingredients, and AIs; support qualification and onboarding; ensure QC/EHS/regulatory compliance.
• Inventory Strategy & Control: Optimize inventory across the network (targets, health, transfers); perform monthly/biweekly inventory reconciliations for third-party plants; drive continuous improvement in the Product Availability report.
• Risk & Contingency: Identify constraints and exposures early; develop contingency plans; manage material lead times, cash-flow needs for purchases, distressed/SLOB mitigation, and impacts from NPIs and obsolescence.
• IBP / S&OP Enablement: Provide structured inputs and recommendations for complex capacity planning in IBP/S&OP; drive the Supply Chain Adherence plan across the supply network.
• Stakeholder & Communications: Maintain strong relationships with customers, internal partners, offshore teams, and external suppliers; set and meet expectations; lead clear, coordinated communications under pressure.
• Operational Excellence: Practice root-cause analysis and continuous improvement; demonstrate thought leadership and proactive problem solving to elevate service, cost, and working capital performance.
• Talent & Ways of Working (no direct reports): Build high-performing, cross-functional squads through influence; mentor peers; model standards and best practices.

Benefits

• High-quality healthcare coverage starting on day one, with options for medical (HSA/HRA), vision, and dental plans
• 5% company contribution to your 401(k), plus a quarterly discretionary bonus
• Immediate 100% vesting of all retirement contributions
• Financial assistance programs to support your goals
• Life and disability insurance for added security
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and volunteer days
• Flexible work arrangements available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager