Sales and Operations Execution Analyst

Are you ready to move your career forward and help shape our company’s and customers’ futures? If you aspire to challenge yourself, work with the best in the industry and join a successful team where you can make a meaningful contribution, then we invite you to join us at Ketjen Corporation, a provider of advanced catalyst solutions to leading producers in the petrochemical, refining, and specialty chemicals industries. Together, we can create a legacy marked by innovation, excitement, and energy. SUMMARY About Ketjen Ketjen Corporation is a provider of advanced catalyst solutions to leading producers in the petrochemical, refining, and specialty chemicals industries. Our company is driven by a strong set of core values: curiosity, care, collaboration, humility, accountability, and integrity. These values guide our decisions, shape our culture, and define how we work together to deliver exceptional value to our customers and communities. About the Role The Sales & Operations Execution (SIOE) Analyst plays a critical role in driving short-term demand and supply alignment within the Global Business Unit (GBU). This role partners closely with Sales, Operations, and Supply Chain leadership to execute against monthly and quarterly objectives, improve SIOE processes, and ensure reliable product availability across the network. This role is responsible for monitoring order patterns, identifying risks to forecast commitments, and supporting data-driven decision-making to optimize production planning and delivery performance. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES SIOE Process Ownership & Continuous Improvement Drive continuous improvement of the Sales, Inventory & Operations Execution (SIOE) process Partner with business, sales, operations, and supply chain leadership to execute short-term GBU objectives Support overall effectiveness and discipline of demand and supply execution processes Demand & Supply Alignment Monitor monthly and quarterly customer order patterns and ensure alignment with forecast Collaborate with SIOP planners to address demand and supply imbalances Align with operations to ensure production plans meet demand requirements Facilitate decision-making on production prioritization and campaign sequencing Risk Identification & Issue Resolution Identify and escalate risks to meeting forecast commitments Propose and support mitigation strategies to address supply/demand gaps Prevent stock-out situations across manufacturing sites and distribution networks Performance Monitoring & Reporting Track, update, and report key SIOP performance metrics (e.g., shipment trends, forecast accuracy, supply constraints) Provide insights to leadership to support data-driven decision-making Cross-Functional Partnership & KPI Management Partner with Delivery Services and Quality to monitor and enhance supply chain KPIs Support development and ongoing management of KPIs across Supply Chain, Quality, and Delivery Services Collaborate across functions to ensure alignment and performance transparency Operational Support & Backup Coverage Provide backup support to SIOP planners as needed to ensure continuity of operations QUALIFICATIONS Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Analytics, Accounting, or a related discipline 2–4 years of relevant experience in supply chain, operations, or analytics Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and generate insights Demonstrated ownership mindset with curiosity and willingness to expand scope Ability to communicate effectively across all organizational levels, including senior leadership Strong collaboration, influencing, and negotiation skills to drive alignment and decision-making Preferred Qualifications Understanding of supply chain principles, including Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP) Experience with inventory analysis and planning Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP) APICS S&OP or CSCP certification Experience with Power BI or similar data visualization tools Benefits of Joining Ketjen Competitive compensation Comprehensive benefits package A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally. Apply today and help Ketjen unleash the POTENTIAL of advanced chemistry for industries that power the world. We are a global provider of advanced catalyst solutions to leading producers in the petrochemical, refining and specialty chemicals industries. Working side-by-side with our customers, we develop value-added, customized solutions that make them more competitive. Discovering and implementing new and better performance-based sustainable solutions is what motivates all of us. We think beyond business-as-usual to drive innovations that create lasting value. Unleash your POTENTIAL with Ketjen. At Ketjen, we believe that our people make us successful. It’s really that simple. We embrace diversity of experience, talent and thought. We work hard to create an inclusive work environment that empowers you to openly and honestly communicate, create and innovate. Your decision to join our team will be rewarded with a positive, team-oriented workplace that inspires personal and professional growth. We will make every effort to support your career goals and create opportunities for you to realize your full potential. This is our culture. This is our commitment. AS PART OF OUR GLOBAL TEAM, YOU’LL EXPERIENCE: Competitive compensation and benefits Hands-on technical experience Job variety and career flexibility Collaboration with seasoned employees at every level A proven record of innovation Company-wide focus on economic and environmental sustainability Deep commitment to our communities, education, and social development Concern and compassion for fellow employees Among the best safety records in the industry The bottom-line: no matter where you apply your talent and training, Ketjen will provide the resources and support you need to succeed. 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