Capacity Planning Manager LAM

Job Title: Capacity Planning Manager, LAM

Location: Cotia, Brasil

We are seeking a results-driven Capacity Planning Manager to oversee production capacity and long-term planning across our Cotia (BR), Don Torquato (ARG) and Bogota (Colombia) manufacturing sites. This role ensures that both sites have the operational capacity, resources, and flexibility to meet short- and long-term customer demand, while optimizing efficiency and minimizing bottlenecks. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, operational experience, and a proven ability to coordinate across cross-functional teams and geographical locations.

Your key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain capacity plans for all LAM sites aligned with forecasts, production schedules, and strategic goals.
• Analyze supply-demand trends, identify constraints, and implement proactive solutions to prevent shortages or excess capacity.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Production, Supply Chain, S&OP, Engineering, Finance) to align on demand, resources, and investments.
• Provide visibility and scenario planning for short- and long-term capacity outlooks, including risk mitigation strategies.
• Monitor KPIs and drive improvements in utilization, throughput, lead times, and standardize tools/processes across sites.
• Support capital planning and best practices, including justification for new equipment/facility expansion and fostering collaboration between sites.

We offer

• Impowerment to make meaningful contributions while upholding ethical standards.
• Recognition and celebration of your efforts and accomplishments.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement for those who embrace innovation and take initiative.
• Collaboration with experts in health, nutrition, and beauty to drive progress.
• Customer-first approach, working with world-renowned brands to turn ideas into impactful solutions.
• Opportunity to build a career making a significant impact on billions of lives, with the freedom to shape your own path.

You bring

• Education: Bachelor's in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field (Master's preferred).
• Experience: Background in capacity planning, production planning, or operations within manufacturing.
• Global Exposure: Experience with multi-site or international operations highly preferred.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in capacity modeling tools, ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Kinaxis, Oracle), and data visualization platforms (Power BI, Tableau).
• Language: Bilingual in English and Spanish is a strong plus.
• Travel: Willingness to travel between sites (approximately 20–30%).

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.

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."