Job Description

Job Title: Continuous Improvement Manager, Planning

We are seeking a Continuous improvement Manager based in our Milton Office location to join the Planning team.

Ready to help build a better future for generations to come?

In an ever-changing, fast paced world, we owe it to ourselves and our future generations to live life responsibly. At ROCKWOOL, we work relentlessly to enrich modern living through our innovative stone wool solutions.

Join us and make a difference!

Your future team:

The Continuous improvement Manager will directly report to the Planning Director and work along side other planning team members.

What you will be doing:

The Continuous Improvement Manager, Planning will support the Supply Planning department by leading business process evaluations, process optimization projects. The main purpose will require an understanding of the S&OP process while working closely with production scheduling to ensure service, capacity and inventory goals are achieved. Manage allocation to ensure available production capacity is being fully utilized.

• Reporting S&OP status to Management and building scenarios for future eventualities
• Improve, develop and design reports required to ensure efficient usage of the production lines
• Understanding production line scheduling for SFG and FG maximizing efficiencies and reducing waste while complying with campaign and sequencing rules.
• Work with the team to ensure Planned Availability achieves service goals
• Manage production capacity to ensure safety buffers and allocation to determine lead times and for customer orders to be placed correctly.
• Manage exceptions disrupting orders being ready on time while keeping production efficiency (i.e., delayed orders).
• Respond to Customer Service requests in a timely manner.
• Track capacity to avoid overbooking and gaps on production lines.
• Update and analyse Production KPIs (schedule adherence etc)
• Liaise with other departments in Supply Chain as needed.
• Ensure there is a plan for any stock build prior to yearly maintenance shutdowns.
• Support the Supply Planning team to identify and priorities projects and initiatives
• Ensure collaboration and open communication about existing and future projects
• Working closely with the Service Model project ensuring the needs of Supply Planning are considered.

What you bring:

• Degree in Business, Operations Management or related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of experience of supply planning / scheduling experience in a complex, multi-site, growth-oriented manufacturing organization.
• Strong Project Management and facilitation skills
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP system is an essential
• Strong communication skills, as well as excellent meeting facilitation and presentation skills
• Experience in demand and supply planning (S&OP process)
• Experience in both Made to Order (MTO) and Made to Stock (MTS)
• Experience of leading projects, Operational excellence and optimisation
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel

What we offer:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Massage Therapy & more
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Retirement Pension Matching Program
• Work/Life Balance
• Life and Disability Programs
• Educational Assistance
• Top up plans for maternity and paternity leave
• Fitness Reimbursement

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Who we are

We are the world leader in stone wool solutions. Founded in 1937 in Denmark, we transform volcanic rock into safe, sustainable products that help people and communities thrive. We are a global company with more than 12,000 employees, located in 40+ countries with 51 manufacturing facilities… all focused on one common purpose – to release the natural power of stone to enrich modern living.

Sustainability is central to our business strategy. ROCKWOOL was one of the first companies to commit to actively contributing to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s) framework and are actively committed to 11 SDGs, including SDG 14, Life Below Water. Through our partnership with the One Ocean Foundation and in connection with our sponsorship of the Denmark SailGP team, we will help raise awareness around ocean health challenges in an effort to accelerate solutions to protect it.

Work Environment & Conditions:

• Our offices are thoughtfully designed to foster collaboration, creativity, and opportunities for social engagement, allowing employees to find balance and bring their best selves to work.
• ROCKWOOL believes in giving back to the communities where we operate. Our offices worldwide engage in philanthropic initiatives, community involvement, and sustainability efforts that contribute to improving society and the environment. We encourage our employees to get involved and make a positive impact in the communities we serve.

Diverse and Inclusive Culture

We want all our people to feel valued, respected, included and heard. We employ 79 different nationalities worldwide and are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees, promote diversity, and work against all forms of discrimination among ROCKWOOL employees.

At ROCKWOOL, you will experience a friendly team environment. Our culture is very important to us. In fact, we refer to our culture as “The ROCKWOOL Way”. This is the foundation in which we operate and is based upon our values of ambition, responsibility, integrity and efficiency.

ROCKWOOL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified candidates without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

How to Apply

Job Types: Full-Time. Salaries: Less than 20,000.

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