Global Production & Supply Planning Manager (f/m/d)
Life Science

Join Budenheim and take the lead in shaping our global production and supply planning – drive efficiency, innovation, and collaboration across our Life Science sites and make a real impact on products that matter worldwide

• Lead the Supply & Operations Execution (S&OE) process for the Life Science division by coordinating global production and supply planning activities to ensure reliable execution and high delivery performance
• Analyze global demand and supply balances and develop short‑term supply and production scenarios in close collaboration with key stakeholders, enabling fast and data‑driven decision‑making
• Lead and guide the production planning teams across all Life Science sites, ensuring alignment, best‑practice adoption, and operational excellence
• Act as the Key User for Replenishment Planning and Production Scheduling within our planning software, driving continuous improvements, process standardization, and master data integrity
• Support replenishment and production scheduling teams, facilitate knowledge sharing across sites, and serve as an escalation point for ad‑hoc operational issues
• Lead Supply Chain Planning projects and actively participate in cross‑functional initiatives by providing subject‑matter expertise
• Monitor KPIs and generate performance reports to track process effectiveness and identify improvement opportunities

• Professional Experience: 3–5 years of experience in a comparable role within production and supply chain planning, ideally in the Life Science or related manufacturing industry. Proven track record in managing operational planning teams and driving short-term production and supply execution
• Systems & Tools: Strong expertise in SAP ERP (must-have) with hands-on experience in production planning and replenishment modules. Knowledge of SAP S/4HANA (desirable) and other supply chain planning tools is a plus
• Languages: Fluent in German and English (C1/Negotiation level), both written and spoken, to confidently interact with global teams and stakeholders
• Skills & Competencies:
  • Highly analytical mindset with the ability to drive data‑based decision‑making.
  • Leadership skills in coaching, aligning, and empowering teams.
  • Experienced in managing complex stakeholder landscapes to ensure transparent, cross functional solution‑oriented communication.
  • High level of initiative, proactively identifying opportunities, addressing issues early, and driving continuous improvement.

About us

Budenheim is a globally operating specialty chemical company. With its innovative portfolio, the chemical specialist provides sustainable products, services, and application concepts for various markets. In close cooperation with its customers, Budenheim is dedicated to advancing nutrition, health, safety, and the preservation of resources. With sites in Germany, Spain, the Netherlands, the USA, Mexico, China, Singapore, and India, Budenheim generates annual revenue of several hundred million euros and employs more than 1,350 people.

Budenheim is part of the international group Geschwister Oetker Beteiligungen KG. As a partner and member of the group, Budenheim benefits from this affiliation. We at Budenheim are committed to responsible investments. This ensures the best conditions for growth and innovation.

Budenheim stands for diversity, equal opportunities, and prospects. Therefore, we welcome every application, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, origin, religion, disability, or other individual characteristics.