DSM-Firmenich

Location: Kaiseraugst (Switzerland), Venlo/Delft (Netherlands), or Barcelona (Spain)

Introduction

The Global Planning Manager in our Health, Nutrition & Care business unit plays a vital role at the center of our global supply chain, bringing together Product Management, Global Commercial teams, and Regional Supply Chain Planning to drive seamless alignment between business demand and our supplier network. You will steer the Sales & Operations Planning process across all time horizons, ensuring sales, demand, and supply come together to enable strong performance and clear strategic direction. Working closely with stakeholders across PRQM, Industries, Sourcing, Regions, and Sites, you will guide portfolio health, inventory levels, slow movers, and restricted stock to balance customer centricity with OWC and inventory targets while supporting site EBIT.

This is a role designed for impact, offering the opportunity to shape how we work, elevate planning excellence, and influence the growth of our Health, Nutrition & Care business, whose mission is to improve lives through science‑based solutions that enable healthier living, enhanced nutrition, and advanced care.

Your key responsibilities

• Contribute to the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) process by developing plans that align agreed sales, supply, and inventory requirements to support the short- and medium‑term sales ambitions of the business.
• Ensure effective execution of the S&O planning process within APO (or other planning systems) at the global level, and influence regional teams to enable fully integrated supply chain planning.
• Define inventory levels and stock policies in agreement with business management and regional Supply Chain teams.
• Manage the allocation process when needed to support balanced and timely product distribution.
• Lead or support Planning Meetings such as recurring Global and Regional STR meetings; collaborate in TOR review meetings and handshake meetings with strategic suppliers; and lead alignment meetings with M&T sites monthly or more frequently as required. When assets are shared, lead planning in collaboration with other planners.
• Manage alignment of strategies, projects, and innovation or new business development activities, ensuring Supply Chain and Planning policies are implemented effectively to support efficient execution while adhering to CDI targets and OWC considerations.

We offer

• Unique career paths across health, nutrition and beauty - explore what drives you and get the support to make it happen.
• A chance to impact millions of consumers every day – sustainability embedded in all we do.
• A science led company, cutting edge research and creativity everywhere – from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability game-changers, you’ll work on what’s next.
• Growth that keeps up with you – you join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership.
• A culture that lifts you up – with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on.
• A community where your voice matters – it is essential to serve our customers well.

You bring

• Bachelor of Science or Diploma in supply chain management, business administration or equivalent.
• At least 5 years of experience working in a planning function within the chemical, food, pharmaceutical, or equivalent manufacturing industry.
• Deep systems knowledge of SAP / IBP / APO systems.
• Additional Certification / Professional designation in Supply Chain, such as APICS CPIM, CPLI P.Log., is highly desirable.
• Strong stakeholder management capabilities with the ability to adapt quickly in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication skills in English (second language is a plus).

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Application process

Interested in this position? Please apply on-line by uploading your resume in English via our career portal. Due to data privacy reasons, we do not handle any applications sent by email. Please be so kind to use the link provided https://careers.dsm-firmenich.com/en/careers.html.

Pre-employment screenings are part of our recruitment process. You will be informed during the process what is expected of you.

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.