Associate Planner

Our Global Supply Chain is a network of more than 300 manufacturing plants, distribution centers and other facilities designed and located to support our direct sales, marketing and distribution activities. We enable company growth by delivering savings through more efficient operations and high levels of service that create competitive advantage while earning and keeping customers' trust.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Supply Planner to join our planning team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring optimal inventory levels, balancing supply and demand, and supporting efficient operations across the supply chain. This role is well-suited for candidates with 1 to 3 years of experience in supply chain, planning, or inventory management.

• Develop and maintain supply plans to meet customer demand while optimizing inventory levels
• Monitor stock levels and ensure timely replenishment to avoid shortages or excess inventory
• Collaborate with procurement, logistics, and demand planning teams to align supply plans
• Analyze data and generate reports on inventory performance, service levels, and supply risks
• Identify and resolve supply constraints and recommend corrective actions
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in planning processes and systems
• Maintain accurate master data related to planning parameters and inventory

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field
• 1–3 years of experience in supply planning, inventory management, or a similar role
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems (such as SAP, Iscala) is a plus
• Good communication and coordination skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

• Understanding of supply chain processes and planning concepts
• Experience with forecasting and inventory optimization
• Familiarity with KPIs such as service level, fill rate, and inventory turnover

Ecolab is committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and furthering the principles of Equal Opportunity to Employment. We will 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. Ecolab 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, or disability.