Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States · Hybrid
$98k–$142k/yr
You’ve built experience, now use it where bold ideas meet real impact. At Opella, we’re challenging how self-care works for millions of people and need leaders and experts ready to shape what’s next. As a Material Planni…
Skills: Material Planning, Supply Chain Management, Leadership, Inventory Optimization, S&OP
Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States · On-site
Processing Technician At Opella, we simplify self-care for real people. As a Processing Technician you become part of that mission – turning ideas into products that actually reach hands and homes. This role is where pre…
Skills: cGMP, SOP, Equipment Operation, Troubleshooting, Raw Material Measurement
Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States · Hybrid
$97k–$112k/yr
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Skills: Topical Formulation, Design of Experiments (DOE), Project Management, OTC Monographs, Analytical Testing
Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States · On-site
Processing Technician At Opella, we simplify self-care for real people. As a Packaging Technician you become part of that mission – turning ideas into products that actually reach hands and homes. This role is where prec…
Skills: cGMP, SOP, Equipment Operation, Troubleshooting, Raw Material Measurement
Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States · On-site
Processing Technician At Opella, we simplify self-care for real people. As a Packaging Technician you become part of that mission – turning ideas into products that actually reach hands and homes. This role is where prec…
Skills: cGMP, SOP, Equipment Operation, Troubleshooting, Raw Material Measurement
Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States · On-site
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Skills: Inventory Management, Warehouse Operations, Customer Service, Parts Identification, Shipping And Receiving
Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States · On-site
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Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States · On-site
Processing Technician At Opella, we simplify self-care for real people. As a Packaging Technician you become part of that mission – turning ideas into products that actually reach hands and homes. This role is where prec…
Skills: cGMP, SOP, Equipment Operation, Troubleshooting, Raw Material Measurement
Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States · On-site
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Skills: Visual Inspection, Quality Control, Data Manipulation, Software Proficiency, Attention To Detail
Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States · On-site
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Skills: Plastic Tubing Expansion, Visual Inspection, Data Manipulation, Basic Mathematics, Quality Control
Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States · On-site
$24/hr–$28/hr
Description Locations: Atlanta, GA | Chattanooga, TN | Knoxville, TN | Nashville, TN | Jacksonville, FL Travel Required: Yes – Up to 100% (Company-paid flights, hotel accommodations, and daily per diem) Job Type: Full-Ti…
Skills: Conveyor Installation, Mechanical Assembly, Troubleshooting, Blueprint Reading, Power Tool Operation
Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States · On-site
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Skills: Forklift Operation, Inventory Management, Data Entry, Material Handling, Kanban
Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States · On-site
Description Extrusion Operator – Mechanical Skills Wanted! Join MMT’s Industry-Leading Team! Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee Competitive Pay + Benefits ? Full-Time | Monday – Friday Manufacturing | Plastic Extrusion | I…
Skills: Plastic Extrusion, Mechanical Troubleshooting, Equipment Optimization, Technical Drawing Reading, MS Office
Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States · On-site
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Skills: Machine Operation, Troubleshooting, Documentation, Quality Control, Visual Inspection
Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States · On-site
Job Summary The Secondary Operator will perform a secondary operation to tubing, cut, inspect, bag, and tag tubing. Zeus Industrial Products, headquartered in Orangeburg, South Carolina, is the world’s leading polymer ex…
Skills: Tubing Operation, Inspection, Bagging and Tagging, Visual Inspection, Data Manipulation
Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States · On-site
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Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States · On-site
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Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States · Hybrid
$98k–$132k/yr
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Skills: Gummy Formulation, OTC Product Development, Taste Masking, Texture Optimization, Stability Testing
Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States · On-site
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Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States · On-site
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Lead and oversee end-to-end material planning for ingredients and components at the Chattanooga manufacturing site. Manage a team of Strategic Material Planners while partnering cross-functionally to ensure supply chain continuity and inventory optimization.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering with 7-10+ years of experience in supply chain and 3-5+ years in leadership. Proficiency in SAP, Power BI, and experience in manufacturing or pharmaceutical environments is expected.
You’ve built experience, now use it where bold ideas meet real impact. At Opella, we’re challenging how self-care works for millions of people and need leaders and experts ready to shape what’s next. As a Material Planning Manager, you’ll bring your skill, your curiosity and your drive to make health simpler, smarter and more human.
Lead and oversee end-to-end material planning activities for ingredients and components supporting the Chattanooga manufacturing site.
Ensure timely, accurate, and cost-effective material availability to meet production schedules and business demands.
Provide leadership, coaching, and development for a team of Strategic Material Planners, driving performance and continuous improvement.
Partner cross-functionally with procurement, manufacturing, logistics, quality, finance, and commercial teams to align material planning strategies with operational goals.
Monitor material supply risks and implement proactive solutions to support supply chain continuity and site performance.
Drive planning excellence through inventory optimization, process improvements, and effective material management practices.
Support overall business objectives by strengthening supply chain resilience and ensuring reliable material flow across the Chattanooga facility.
Main responsibilities:
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Strategic Material Planners, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Develop and execute material planning strategies to ensure ingredient and component availability aligns with production schedules and demand forecasts.
Serve as the primary material planning liaison between the Chattanooga site and corporate supply chain, procurement, manufacturing, and commercial teams.
Own the site-level S&OP process, providing accurate planning inputs and supporting business decision-making across the organization.
Monitor and report key performance metrics, including inventory turns, service levels, fill rates, supplier performance, and material availability.
Drive inventory optimization, risk mitigation, and supply continuity initiatives through effective forecasting, safety stock strategies, and supplier collaboration.
Lead cross-functional efforts to resolve supply challenges, improve planning processes, support new product launches, maintain ERP data accuracy, and enhance overall supply chain performance.
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field required; MBA, MS in Supply Chain, or similar advanced degree preferred.
7+ years of progressive experience in supply chain, material planning, or operations, including 3+ years of leadership experience managing planning teams.
Proven experience supporting raw material, ingredient, and component planning within manufacturing, consumer goods, pharmaceutical, or consumer health environments.
Strong leadership, coaching, stakeholder management, and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop high-performing teams and influence cross-functional partners.
Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and financial management capabilities, including experience with inventory optimization, budgeting, working capital metrics, and data-driven decision making.
Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred), planning and forecasting tools, and reporting platforms such as Microsoft Excel and Power BI.
APICS CPIM, CSCP, or similar certification preferred; knowledge of FDA, GMP, RoHS, Lean, Six Sigma, and supply chain risk management principles strongly desired, with willingness to travel as needed.
This is more than the next step in your career, it’s a chance to lead change and help reinvent self-care for the world. If you’re ready to challenge, inspire and deliver impact that matters, we’re ready for you. We are challengers. We are Opella.
North America Applicants Only
The salary range for this position is: $98,250.00 - 141,916.66 USD
All Compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs.
Opella is the self-care challenger with the purest and third-largest portfolio in the Over The Counter (OTC) & Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements (VMS) market globally.
Our mission is to bring health in people’s hands by making self-care as simple as it should be. For half a billion consumers worldwide – and counting.
At the core of this mission is our 100 loved brands, our 11,000-strong global team, our 13 best-in-class manufacturing sites and 4 specialized science and innovation development centers. Headquartered in France, Opella is the proud maker of many of the world’s most loved brands, including Allegra, Buscopan, Doliprane, Dulcolax, Enterogermina, Essentiale and Mucosolvan.
As a globally certified B Corp company, we are active players in the journey towards healthier people and planet. Find out more about our mission at www.opella.com.
Opella Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.
Opella values diversity in all its forms and is committed to fostering a workplace where everyone can belong and excel. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.
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Opella is the self-care challenger with the purest and third-largest portfolio in the Over-The-Counter (OTC) & Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements (VMS) market globally. Our mission is to bring health in people’s hands by making self-care as simple as it should be. For half a billion consumers worldwide – and counting. At the core of this mission is our 100 loved brands, our 11,000-strong global team, our 13 best-in-class manufacturing sites and 4 specialized science and innovation development centers. Headquartered in France, Opella is the proud maker of many of the world’s most loved brands, including Allegra, Buscopan, Doliprane, Dulcolax, Enterogermina, Essentiale and Mucosolvan. As a globally certified B Corp company, we are active players in the journey towards healthier people and planet. Find out more about our mission on our website.
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