Senior Analyst, Deployment Planner

SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers – such as Raid®, Glade®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country around the world. Together, we are creating a better future – for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member. Join our winning team of Wave Makers and Go Getters and help us write the next chapter in the SCJ story.

About the Role

As the Senior Analyst, Deployment Planner, you will support the North American team in driving executional excellence through deployment planning and network inventory optimization. The primary responsibility of this position is to ensure product is in the right location at the right time while being cognizant of logistics costs. This is completed through planning and managing stock transfers in the SC Johnson network of regional distribution centers across North America.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for inventory distribution across the NA network while taking into consideration network constraints, service levels, and cost optimization.

• Manage vehicle load optimization and prioritization for Finished Goods and Non-Finished Goods.

• Reviews key performance metrics and service levels reporting; provides root cause analysis and recommendations for performance improvement.

• Mitigate distress and gaps to safety stock levels across the network.

• Work upstream with Supply Planning to understand production schedules and constraints, and downstream with Transportation and Warehouse teams to ensure timely delivery of inventory.

• Supports the S&OE process to drive continuous improvement efforts on key metrics, ways of working, and core processes.

Required Experience You'll Bring

• Requires University Degree and +2 years of relevant work experience or an advanced degree with +1 years relevant work experience.

• Military experience considered in lieu of education requirement

• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Preferred Experience and Skills

• Ability to operate in a dynamic and complex environment.

• Experience gathering, organizing, and evaluating financial data to support business decision making.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate clearly and concisely with all levels of the organization.

• Ability to work independently and effectively manage multiple projects at the same time.

• Proven, successful track record showing steady increase in responsibilities.

• Proven ability to work cross-functionally and make meaningful contributions to a team.

• Ability to influence, lead projects and effectively collaborate to achieve objectives and produce results.

• Familiarity with SAP ECC, Kinaxis Rapid Response systems

• Ability to implement and drive rituals and routines.

Job Requirements:

• Full time position based in Chicago, IL.

• Up to 10% Travel.

• Remote work is available once a week for eligible employees.

Benefits and Perks

SC Johnson’s total compensation packages are at or above industry levels. In addition to salary, total packages may include bonuses, long-term incentives, matching 401(k) contributions and profit sharing based on company profitability, job level and years of service. As a family company, we’re committed to providing benefits such as subsidized health care plans, maternity/paternity/adoption leave, flexible work arrangements, vacation purchase options, recreation and fitness centers, childcare, counseling services and more. 

About Us

SC Johnson is a fifth-generation family company built on a spirit of adventure and winning the right way. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building top brands such as Raid®, Glade®, Kiwi®, OFF!®, Windex®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country. Through these household names, we are making a positive difference to the world around us. But we only succeed with the combined vitality and strength of our 13,000 people who we truly value and support in their pursuit of individual and shared goals.

Inclusion & Diversity

We’re a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.

We’re committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at https://jobs.scjohnson.com/inclusion.

Better Together

At SC Johnson, we strive to create a positive, inclusive and unique workplace. We strongly believe SCJ people are able to achieve their best when they can collaborate and work together in person.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The policy of the Company is to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in any active or reserve component of the U.S. or state military forces, genetic history or information or any other category protected by law.

Accommodation Requests

If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at 262-260-3343 or email your request to [email protected]. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Download the EEO is the Law poster for more information.