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Senior Business Operations & Planning Manager (Richmond)AdvanSix • Richmond, VA, United States
Senior Business Operations & Planning Manager (Richmond)

Senior Business Operations & Planning Manager (Richmond)

AdvanSix • Richmond, VA, United States
6 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

The Sr. Business Operations and Planning Manager plays a critical leadership role in ensuring the efficient and compliant flow of raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods within a chemical manufacturing facility. This position oversees warehouse management, material handling, and master scheduling to support production continuity, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in supply chain operations within a continuous manufacturing environment and excels at cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities :

Warehouse Management

  • Lead all warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, inventory control, and outbound logistics for hazardous and non-hazardous materials.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other regulatory requirements related to chemical storage and handling.
  • Implement and maintain best practices in warehouse layout, labeling, and segregation of materials to support safety and efficiency.

Material Handling

  • Oversee the safe and efficient movement of raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods across the site.
  • Collaborate with HSE and engineering teams to ensure proper handling of flammable, corrosive, and reactive substances.
  • Optimize material flow to minimize waste, reduce handling time, and support lean manufacturing principles.
  • Master Scheduling

  • Develop and maintain the sites master production schedule in alignment with demand forecasts, inventory targets, and production capacity.
  • Coordinate closely with production, procurement, and quality teams to ensure schedule adherence and timely delivery of customer orders.
  • Monitor and adjust schedules based on changes in demand, supply disruptions, or equipment availability.
  • Leadership & Collaboration

  • Lead and develop a high-performing planning and logistics team.
  • Serve as the primary liaison between site operations and corporate supply chain functions.
  • Drive cross-functional initiatives to improve planning accuracy, reduce lead times, and enhance service levels.
  • Continuous Improvement

  • Identify and implement process improvements using lean, Six Sigma, or other methodologies.
  • Leverage data analytics and ERP / WMS systems to drive decision-making and performance tracking.
  • Support digital transformation initiatives related to supply chain planning and logistics.
  • Qualifications :

  • Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Chemical Engineering, Operations, or related field (Masters preferred).
  • 7+ years of experience in supply chain or operations roles within chemical or process manufacturing, with at least 3 years in a leadership capacity.
  • Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements for chemical storage, handling, and transportation.
  • Proficiency in ERP (e.g., SAP, Oracle, MRP) and warehouse management systems.
  • APICS, Six Sigma, or PMP certification is a plus.
  • Preferred Competencies :

  • Regulatory Compliance (OSHA, EPA, DOT)
  • Hazardous Materials Handling
  • Production Planning & Scheduling
  • Inventory Optimization
  • Cross-Functional Leadership
  • Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma
  • Data-Driven Decision Making
  • The expected base pay for this position is $130,700 - $196,100

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