Demand Planning Manager

Trelleborg is a world leader in engineered polymer solutions for almost every industry on the planet. And we are where we are because our talents brought us here. By specializing in the polymer engineering that makes innovation and application possible, Trelleborg works closely with leading industry brands to accelerate their performance, drive their business forward—and along the way, shape the industry and progress that will benefit humankind in the exciting years ahead. Our people are Shaping Industry from the Inside. Why don´t you join us?

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Who are we?

Trelleborg’s Engineered Coated Fabrics operation is a world leader in engineered polymer solutions for almost every industry globally. We are where we are because our talents brought us here. By specializing in the polymer engineering that makes innovation and application possible, Trelleborg works closely with leading industry brands to accelerate their performance, drive their business forward—and along the way, shape the industry and progress that will benefit humankind in the exciting years ahead. Our people are Shaping Industry from the Inside.

Demand Planning Manager

The Demand Planning Manager is responsible for overseeing production and materials planning within Trelleborg’s manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in SAP systems and a strong background in manufacturing environments. This role is critical to ensuring efficient production scheduling, inventory control, and supply chain coordination to meet customer demand and operational goals.

As a representative of our company, the Demand Planning Manager will always operate and represent Trelleborg at the highest ethical standards and in accordance with our core values.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of production and materials planning strategies to support manufacturing operations.
• Utilize SAP (e.g., SAP PP, SAP MM) to manage production schedules, material requirements, and capacity planning.
• Collaborate with procurement, production, logistics, and quality teams to ensure seamless end-to-end planning.
• Monitor and analyze production performance, inventory levels, and supply chain metrics to identify areas for improvement.
• Ensure timely availability of raw materials and components to meet production schedules while minimizing excess inventory.
• Develop and maintain planning KPIs and dashboards using SAP reporting tools.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in planning processes, leveraging Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Lead and mentor a team of planners and schedulers, fostering a culture of accountability and operational excellence.
• Support new product introductions and engineering changes through effective planning and coordination.
• Lead the S&OP monthly process for the organization.
• Other duties, as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of planning experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 3 years using SAP.
• Strong knowledge of production planning (SAP PP) and materials management (SAP MM).
• Proven ability to manage complex planning scenarios and optimize manufacturing workflows.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and SAP reporting tools.
  
  

Successful candidate will have strengths in the following:

• SAP certification in relevant modules.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems integration and data governance.
• Experience with high mix, low volume production complexity.
• Excellent written and verbal skills required.
• Effective & efficient technical and strategic problem solving, and organizational skills required.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and precision.
• Analytical thinking
• Integrity
• Leadership
• Developing and building teams
  
  

Travel Requirements

• Primarily office-based with regular interaction on the production floor.
• Requires splitting time and traveling between sites in Rutherfordton NC, Forest City NC, and Monson, MA. Domestic travel will be 20%. International travel will be minimal.
  
  

Benefits

As a valued Trelleborg team member, you will enjoy:

• Competitive salary
• Annual variable bonus plan
• Generous benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life, 401k
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Employee assistance program
• A rewarding career with greater opportunity for impact
  
  

Trelleborg is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.