Supply Chain Planner, Inkjet - Haverhill, MA Onsite

Role Overview

Cabot Corporation is seeking an Inkjet Supply Chain Analyst to join the Global Supply Chain team at the Haverhill, MA location. The analyst will play a critical role in connecting demand, supply, and execution across our global operations, focusing on production planning and translating complex planning data into actionable insights that support raw material procurement, production scheduling, inventory management, and customer supply.

• Analyze global supply planning activities including raw materials supply, production planning, packaging, warehousing, distribution, packing, and shipping.
• Prepare and communicate MRP, including a rolling 12‑month production plan, inventory planning for global supply, and unconstrained raw material forecasting/ordering to enable effective global supply planning and decision‑making.
• Provide input into financial forecasting, budget planning, long‑range planning, and inventory planning.
• Prepare S&OP materials, including production plans, asset utilization, and a strategic customer supply view, incorporating inputs from the global sales team, strategic account plans, supply for raw material constraints/risks, and plant operations for staffing, maintenance, capital, trials, etc.
• Facilitate Pre‑S&OP and S&OP sessions.
• Utilize and maintain planning tools through the Cabot ERP system and advanced Excel tools.
• Provide “smart” raw material forecasts to suppliers per agreed schedules to support on‑time delivery, inventory optimization, and stronger supplier relationships.
• Act as the primary business contact for a subset of suppliers, driving and supporting cost control and on‑time supply.
• Execute special projects such as ERP improvement projects, barcoding upgrades, customer consignment inventory support, etc.
• Participate in the cycle count process to ensure high inventory accuracy.

• Bachelor’s or University degree.
• 3+ years of prior experience in supply chain (e.g., production planning, financial/raw material forecasting, engineering, or operations) or related manufacturing experience.
• Experience in specialty manufacturing industries preferred.
• General knowledge of financial analysis and model‑building techniques; economic analysis.
• Ability to operate independently, proactively identifying risks, opportunities, and improvement actions.
• Excellent analytical skills to connect facts, see trends, and identify opportunities.
• Interpersonal and communication skills for effective cross‑functional interaction.
• Ability to write reports and communicate information clearly.

• Pay range from $91,450 to $125,800, depending on qualifications and location.
• Health benefits effective on the first day of employment.
• 401(k) savings plan.
• Vision and dental coverage.
• Annual bonus based on company performance.
• Competitive vacation and other benefits.

Cabot is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected category. We provide reasonable accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities or religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law.

All applicants who are conditionally offered a position must complete and pass a background check and drug test. Certain manufacturing, quality, and production positions may require a pre‑employment physical.