Network Optimization Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Lead the analysis, modeling, and implementation of initiatives aimed at optimizing the supply chain network.

• Take ownership and manage network optimization models for 3–5 product categories encompassing manufacturing, distribution, inventory, and transportation networks.

• Formulate mid- and long-term supply chain strategies by assessing growth opportunities, demand scenarios, capacity needs, asset utilization, sourcing options, and network investments.

• Identify, prioritize, and spearhead initiatives that enhance cost efficiency, service quality, resilience, asset productivity, and capital utilization.

• Conduct scenario, sensitivity, and capacity analyses to inform network design, investment decisions, and long-term planning.

• Validate assumptions, inputs, and outputs of models.

• Oversee multiple projects, managing project timelines, milestones, stakeholder engagement, and deliverables.

• Collaborate with Planning, Manufacturing, Logistics, Engineering, Finance, Procurement, and Commercial teams.

• Create integrated network and capacity plans.

• Assist in developing business cases and financial analyses for capital investments, asset strategies, and network transformations.

• Convert complex analyses into actionable recommendations and presentations for executive stakeholders.

• Act as a subject matter expert in network optimization methodologies, tools, and best practices.

• Set modeling standards, governance procedures, and knowledge-sharing frameworks.

• Strengthen the organization's network optimization capabilities through technology, process enhancements, and adoption of best practices.

• Report directly to the Associate Director of Network Optimization.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations Research, Analytics, Business, or a related field.

• Over 8 years of experience in supply chain, network optimization, operations research, manufacturing, logistics, or similar analytical roles.

• More than 3 years of hands-on experience with supply chain network modeling and optimization.

• Proven experience leading cross-functional projects and managing multiple concurrent initiatives.

• Advanced proficiency in network design tools such as Supply Chain Guru (Llamasoft/Coupa), Optilogic, Lyric, AIMMS, or comparable platforms.

• Strong capabilities in analytical thinking, financial modeling, and business case development.

• A Master's degree or MBA in a related field is preferred.

• Experience in supporting network redesign, supply chain transformation, or capital investment initiatives is preferred.

• Familiarity with SAP, planning systems, and digital twin technologies is preferred.

• Experience in consumer packaged goods, food and beverage, manufacturing, or distribution-heavy industries is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, short- and long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance coverage.

• A matching 401(k) plan with enrollment commencing on the first day of employment and immediate vesting.

• Unlimited sick leave policy.

• Paid time off and holiday compensation.

• Complimentary access to the fitness center if located at WHQ.

• Availability of on-site daycare operated by Bright Horizons.

• Access to the company store.

• Participation in Campbell’s Cares donation and volunteer matching program up to $1,500 annually.

• Inclusion in Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).

• Competitive health, dental, 401k, and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment.