Supply Planning Analyst

About IMCD US, LLC

IMCD is creating a world of opportunity as a global leader in the formulation, sales and distribution of specialty chemicals and ingredients. Our story can be traced back to a small group of companies that came together in 1995 with a vision for the industry. Today, guided by the entrepreneurial spirit of our founders, we operate in more than 60 countries across six continents and proudly employ over 5,200 professionals. Our aim is to help our suppliers simplify and grow their business operations through our extensive local networks, market intelligence and technical expertise. Our customers benefit from direct access to a large portfolio of high-quality products, avoiding the complexity of dealing with multiple points of contact. As a responsible distributor of specialty chemicals, our strategy for growth is underpinned by balancing the needs of our people, the environment, and the communities within which we operate. We are rightfully proud of our team's diversity, which draws from a range of backgrounds and nationalities, and enables us to benefit from fresh perspectives and ways of problem-solving.

Position Summary

This position is located in Westlake, OH. The Supply Planning Analyst is responsible for supporting supply planning activities by translating demand forecasts into feasible supply and inventory plans. This role focuses on learning planning processes, evaluating constraints, and supporting demand-supply reconciliation under the guidance of senior Supply Planning Analysts and planning leadership. The Supply Planning Analyst partners with Demand Planning, Procurement, and Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) to develop foundational skills in inventory strategy, scenario analysis, and supply risk identification while executing within established planning frameworks, tools, and standard work.

Essential Job Functions

• Support development and maintenance of supply and inventory plans based on demand forecasts, lead times, and planning parameters.
• Monitor supply signals, inventory levels, and basic capacity constraints; flag risks or exceptions to senior Supply Planning Analysts or supervisors.
• Aid with demand-supply reconciliation activities and preparation of inputs for Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) discussions.
• Execute planning transactions and maintain accurate planning data in ERP and planning systems.
• Support cross-functional communication with Procurement, Demand Planning, and Operations regarding supply status and routine execution issues.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to planning accuracy, inventory performance, and planning process effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations, Analytics, or a related field, or a minimum of 2 years of equivalent professional experience in supply chain operations, planning support, procurement, or related roles in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Foundational understanding of supply chain and planning concepts, ability to analyze data, identify basic trends, and follow established planning processes, strong attention to detail and data accuracy, effective written and verbal communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, ability to learn ERP and planning systems, ability to manage routine tasks, meet deadlines, and operate in a team-based environment.
• Preferred Qualifications: Internship or co-op experience in supply chain, planning, procurement, or operations, exposure to Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or planning systems (e.g., Systems, Applications & Products in Data Processing (SAP), JD Edwards EnterpriseOne (JDE), Oracle, Advanced Planner & Optimizer (APO) Kinaxis), experience working in a manufacturing, distribution, or operations environment.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Primarily desk-based work in an office or hybrid environment.
• Regular use of standard office equipment (computer, phone, collaboration tools).
• Minimal travel expected (
• Ability to sit for extended periods and work on a computer for prolonged durations.
• Ability to work extended hours during planning cycles when needed.