Regional Supply Planner - Europe

At Lubrizol, we’re bringing to life the chemistry behind clean water, efficient transportation, reliable infrastructure, critical medicines, and the products people rely on every day through science, sustainability, and a culture of inclusion.

As part of our global team, you’ll be empowered to make a real impact - on your career, your community, and the world around you.

Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid (4 days on-site required)

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As a Supply Planner, you ensure a reliable and efficient supply plan that balances demand, capacity, and inventory across regions and business units. You collaborate across functions to maintain product availability and respond to changing conditions in a dynamic supply chain environment.

• Develop and manage a feasible supply plan balancing demand, production capacity, and inventory targets
• Ensure product availability by maintaining accurate planning parameters and proactively addressing supply–demand gaps
• Participate in the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process by identifying risks and proposing mitigation actions
• Translate supply plans into actionable guidance for regional execution teams
• Validate near‑term supply commitments and collaborate with stakeholders to resolve constraints
• Maintain accurate finished goods and raw material planning parameters in systems
• Drive alignment with commercial and manufacturing teams across regions
• Monitor and maintain key performance indicators such as service level, inventory targets, and production adherence
• Escalate supply issues to supply chain and business leadership when required
• Support external manufacturing partners and new product launches where applicable

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in supply planning or a related supply chain role
• Experience working in a chemical manufacturing or multi‑plant chemical environment
• Proficiency with supply planning systems or S&OP platforms (e.g., OMP, o9, SAP IBP)
• Hands‑on experience with SAP, ideally SAP S/4
  
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• Strong analytical skills including capacity evaluation, scenario modeling, and root cause analysis
• Demonstrated problem‑solving skills with the ability to manage disruptions and competing priorities
• Strong stakeholder collaboration and communication skills
• Solid business acumen and ability to balance trade‑offs

• Experience in the chemical industry or complex manufacturing supply chains
• Exposure to integrated business planning (IBP) processes
• Experience working with external manufacturing partners

• Work in a respected, industry‑leading multinational company within Berkshire Hathaway
• A culture of accountability, empowerment, inclusion, and diversity
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development, learning, and global career mobility
• Meaningful work contributing to sustainable and innovative chemical solutions
• Working both on‑site and remotely with global teams
• Use of computers and digital planning tools
• Engagement with manufacturing and supply chain stakeholders
• Adherence to safety and compliance standards