Senior Manager, Planning Enablement

Job Purpose: Our Principal SCM Manager leads teams responsible for enabling and improving supply chain capabilities through systems, processes, data, analytics, and organizational effectiveness. This role partners with business leaders to translate strategic objectives into scalable solutions that improve operational performance, decision quality, employee capability, and business outcomes. The manager also provides leadership across functional areas to drive continuous improvement, process standardisation, technology adoption, and organisational readiness while developing leaders and building high‑performing teams. Job Responsibilities: Lead and develop teams responsible for business processes, systems, data, analytics, reporting, and operational enablement activities. Partner with business leaders to identify opportunities to improve operational effectiveness, performance, and scalability through process, technology, and organisational improvements. Establish governance, standards, and controls that promote data integrity, process consistency, and effective decision‑making. Drive the adoption, optimisation, and support of enterprise systems and business processes. Lead initiatives that improve operational performance, enhance user experience, and support business strategy. Develop reporting, analytics, and performance measurement capabilities that provide actionable insights and support informed decision‑making. Collaborate with cross‑functional stakeholders to prioritise initiatives, allocate resources, and ensure alignment with enterprise objectives. Identify risks, issues, and opportunities and implement sustainable solutions that improve organisational performance. Lead change management, communication, training, and capability development efforts to support successful adoption of new processes and technologies. Build organisational capability through coaching, talent development, succession planning, and leadership development. Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence. Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership teams regarding process, systems, data, and operational effectiveness. Additional Responsibilities & Qualifications: Experience leading cross‑functional initiatives that drive operational, process, technology, or organisational improvements. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and proven ability to work effectively with all organisational levels. Ability to effectively drive business, culture, and technology change in a dynamic and complex operating environment. Demonstrated success influencing stakeholders and leading change in complex business environments. Experience working with enterprise systems, data management, reporting, and business process governance. Hands‑on experience with Oracle in a planning or purchasing context, and with integrating businesses onto a common platform. Familiarity with sales and operations planning or integrated business planning processes. Work Experience: 10-15 years of related job experience. 5-10 years of related experience of successful supervisory/management experience required to motivate and develop direct reports, as well as size up new talent. Ability to manage multiple projects, work under pressure, and adapt to sudden changes in the work environment. Ability to work quickly and efficiently. Excellent verbal, written, people, and diplomacy skills are required. Proficiency in supply chain management software and ERP systems. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite. Strong planning and organisation skills are required. Education: Bachelor's Degree Preferred What We Offer Engaging and inclusive culture with employee‑led Employee Resource Groups, Veritiv Cultural Alliance, recognition platform, etc. Extensive training opportunities, professional development programmes, career pathing, and mentorship opportunities. Collaborative atmosphere with our customers and suppliers to create healthier, safer and more sustainable communities through our responsible operations and innovative solutions. Healthcare benefits (including medical, dental, vision, and health savings account), life, AD&D, and disability insurance, 401k, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance programme, and other fringe benefits. About Veritiv Together with its subsidiaries, Veritiv is the leading full‑service provider of packaging solutions. Veritiv also provides JanSan, hygiene, print and publishing products and services. Veritiv serves customers in a wide range of industries, through team members around the world helping shape the success of its customers. For more information, visit connect with the Company on LinkedIn. #J-18808-Ljbffr Veritiv