NetworkPlanner

**Job Description** : **Network Planner** Huntsman is seeking a **Network Planner** supporting the Polyurethanes Division located in San Jose, Costa Rica. This position will report to the S&OP Manager. ## Job Scope The Network Planner is responsible for planning, optimizing, and coordinating the flow of finished goods across the chemical supply network. This role ensures the right product is positioned in the right location to meet customer demand, while minimizing logistics costs, inventory levels, and network inefficiencies. The Network Planner acts as a key link between production planning, logistics, customer service, procurement, and distribution centers. This role is particularly critical in the chemical industry due to hazardous materials handling, regulatory compliance requirements, complex production cycles, and multi node distribution networks. ## In summary, as the Network Planner, you will: **Network & Inventory Planning** * Analyze demand, supply, and inventory signals across multiple distribution centers to determine required stock flows and replenishment strategies. * Create and manage stock transport orders to ensure product availability across the network. * Monitor inventory targets, safety stock levels, slow moving materials, and network capacity constraints. * Support inventory strategy reviews and develop inventory targets aligned with service level and EBITDA goals. **Logistics & Distribution Coordination** * Coordinate product transfers from production plants to distribution centers and between distribution nodes. * Partner with transportation and warehouse teams to ensure timely flow of finished goods. * Identify and mitigate risks such as transportation delays, warehouse constraints, or supply disruptions. **Exception & Risk Management** * Review and resolve exceptions related to forecast, sales order conflicts, material availability, and transfer issues at distribution sites. * Escalate supply, or production related risks to Master Planners