Planning Manager – Distribution Requirements Planning

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Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it’s equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a wide variety of people, lobal locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers.

As the DRP Planning Manager, you will define the global strategy for Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP) and strengthen DRP capabilities across processes, people, tools, and KPIs. The role’s scope includes daily execution, network design, stocking strategy, master data maintenance, and coordination with logistics. Key outcomes include finished goods availability, inventory days on hand, and planning efficiency.

You will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by:

Lead global DRP process strategy and continuous improvement across processes, people, tools, and KPIs
Determine optimal network design by evaluating inventory, freight, and handling costs
Coordinate with logistics on distribution center capacity, expected freight needs, and inbound and outbound distribution center volumes
Oversee finished goods inventory management processes and track performance against inventory targets

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Supply Chain, Engineering or Business (completed and verified prior to start)
Six (6) years of combined experience in supply chain, planning or inventory management in a private, public, government or military environment

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

Experience with Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP)
Experience working with SAP and Kinaxis
ASCM certification, such as CPIM or CSCP
Strong financial acumen with the ability to connect operational decisions to business outcomes
Strong proficiency in planning systems, master data management, and data analysis tools
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Excellent analytical, communication, and change management skills
Experience collaborating with cross-functional and global teams

3M offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.

For assistance with searching through our current job openings or for more information about all things 3M, visit Max, our virtual recruiting assistant on 3M.com/careers.

Applicable to US Applicants Only:The expected compensation range for this position is $188,251 - $230,084, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.). Additional information is available at: https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/careers-us/working-at-3m/benefits/.

Good Faith Posting Date Range 10/14/2026 To 11/13/2026 Or until filled

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Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.

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