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Senior Supply Chain Planner

Sensient


Job Location:

Hoffman Estates, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 95000 - 120000
Posted: 27 August 2026 (13 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 24 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Sr Supply Chain Planner

At Sensient Technologies we are experts in science art and innovation of color and flavor. We are market savvy and visionary. We are problem solvers and we will be better with you.

Are you a supply chain professional driven by processes and best practices looking to grow your career in a multi-site role within a multinational organization

This is anOrder-to-Cash (O2C) opportunitywhere youll help shape how planning and supply chain operations work across Sensient sites. As a Senior Supply Chain Planner on our Corporate Business Optimization team youll drive smarter standardized practices that improve on-time performance optimize inventory and cash flow and keep operations cost-efficient.

Bring your supply chain expertise make an enterprise-wide impact and grow your career with Sensient.

What Youll Do:

  • Drive standardization:Partner with sites to implement and sustain standard supply chain processes that reduce excess inventory overproduction aging products rework and distribution inefficiencies.
  • Analyze and improve performance:Consolidate monthly supply chain data report KPIs identify trends and root causes and translate insights into opportunities for improvement.
  • Coach and influence sites:Train and guide site teams on standard work planning practices and ERP processes while setting clear expectations and driving adoption.
  • Lead continuous improvement:Assess site practices identify process and knowledge gaps develop corrective action plans and follow through on improvement initiatives aligned with company objectives.
  • Be a supply chain change leader:Bring Sensients supply chain vision to sites solve roadblocks maintain relevant planning coursework and collaborate across the enterprisewith4050% travelto Sensient locations internationally.

What Youll Bring:

  • Deep supply chain expertise:810 years of experience in supply chain ideally across material and capacity planning and inventory management in a manufacturing environment.
  • Analytical & results-driven mindset:Strong data analysis problem-solving deductive reasoning attention to detail and a track record of delivering quality results on time.
  • Strong systems & technical skills:Hands-on ERP experience with Oracle JD Edwards preferred plus strong Excel PowerPoint and Power BI capabilities.
  • Collaborative leadership:Excellent communication listening and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders across all levels and cultures.
  • Adaptability & continuous improvement mindset:A positive solutions-oriented approach with the ability to navigate challenges work independently or collaboratively and manage shifting priorities. Bachelors degree in Supply Chain or equivalent required;APICS CSCP/CPIM preferred.

What Youll Get:

  • An opportunity to collaborate with your colleagues onsite 5-days per week in Hoffman Estates IL.
  • An excellent salary benefit offering and development opportunities.
  • A thorough and effective training experience during onboarding and beyond.

The salary range for this position is $95000 - $120000 USD. Pay within the range is based on several factors which may include but are not limited to education work experience specialized training and labor market addition to salary Sensient is proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to support the holistic well-being of our employees and their families. This position is also eligible for performance-based incentive pay.

  • SPONSORSHIP: Due to our inability to offer visa sponsorship we can only consider candidates who are authorized to work the United States without the need for employment visa sponsorship.

  • RELOCATION: We are unable to offer relocation assistance. The successful candidate will be expected to work at Hoffman Estates IL and must reside in area or be willing to commute.

  • THIRD PARTY AGENCY: Any unsolicited submissions received from recruitment agencies will be considered property of Sensient Technologies and we will not be liable for any fees or obligations related to those submissions.

Sensient is an Equal Opportunity Employer headquartered in Milwaukee Wisconsin USA.

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Required Experience:

Senior IC


About Company

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, colors, natural ... View more

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