Relocation Assistance Offered Within Country Job Number #168371 - Overland Park, Kansas, United States **Who We Are** Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name! Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all. **Job Summary:** Hill’s Pet Nutrition is actively seeking a Sr. Manager, SD&S US Source to become a leader within our global supply chain planning community. As a Sr. Manager, SD&S US Source **,** you will lead and support the synchronization of overall global demand and supply planning activities, elevating our E2E strategy & capabilities for delivering excellent customer service and optimum inventory levels, reporting to the Hills End to End Planning director. You will be a unifying voice between the commercial, demand, and supply teams, ensuring that the supply chain effectively executes the commercial strategy. **Core Responsibilities:** + Synchronize S&OP (Sales and Operations Planning) demand and supply, achieving a balanced and executable plan that aligns with the commercial strategy + Drive consensus on demand and supply across the S&OP horizon, ensuring efficient allocation and responsiveness to market dynamics + Responsible for internal communications to impacted stakeholders in addressing supply shortages from allocation planning and demand prioritization, including providing alternative plans to address potential shortages + Develop scenario recommendations to manage anticipated issues balancing local business needs and constraints + Make informed regional demand trade-off decisions that align with company objectives, market conditions, and global considerations + Support transition management of products and / or sourcing synchronizing global demand with supply + Leverage advanced analytics to proactively identify and mitigate service risks within the region, ensuring a responsive and agile supply chain. + Coordinate cross functional responses to address potential disruptions identified through forward looking analytics and planning system utilization + Proactively oversee warehouse utilization network wide, and communicate with logistics to manage upcoming events / activities that will result in inventory fluctuations + Serve as an escalation point for Supply and Demand Planners, providing guidance and support to resolve complex issues within the global context + Partner withthe Supply Network Planners to ensure optimized movement of product across the network to ensure demand is met on tim + Support new product launches, product and / or sourcing transitions synchronizing regional demand with supply + Establish inventory targets for Raw, Packaging, and FG materials for planners to execute Inventory Optimization. + Work alongside Production, Inventory, and Supply Network Planners to understand and approve changes in stocking strategy/ targets in quarterly review of MEIO outputs + Support the E2E Planning Lead to review inventory investments and strategy + Regular review of Key Performance Indicators and understanding from planning teams root cause for misses, guiding resolution plans to close gaps in next cycle + Ensures planners are managing master and transactional data updates in a timely manner to drive accurate and effective plans **Education and Experience Requirements:** + Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, or a related discipline + 7-9 years of experience in demand planning, supply chain management, or a related field, with a focus on S&OP processes + Proven effectiveness in driving continuous improvement, developing strategy, and delivering supply chain synchronization **Expected Areas of Skills:** + Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to develop complex scenarios and make data-driven decisions + Strong supply chain acumen with holistic understanding of end to end supply chain connectivity + Proficiency in supply chain planning software and tools, with an understanding of MEIO principles + Understanding of core planning master data and their interdependencies + Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across different regions and functions + Leadership skills with the ability to influence and drive consensus among various stakeholders + Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing business needs **Compensation and Benefits** Salary Range $120,000 - $168,500 USD Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles. Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies. **Our Commitment to Inclusion** Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business. **Equal Opportunity Employer** Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdaxk\_eF4utznQoVHlxmL9jVFJbOkM4Oe5CAdKOg-h9EPdLfg/viewform) should you require accommodation. 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