Synthomer Leadership Development Program – Supply Chain

Job Description

Leadership Development Program – Supply Chain | Synthomer

The Tone:
This is an early career, leadership development program at Synthomer, a global specialty chemicals manufacturer. Synthomer is a leading supplier of high-performance polymers and ingredients used in coatings, construction, adhesives, and health and protection. This two-year program is designed to accelerate professional growth and develop future leaders within the company, focusing on enhancing operational capabilities and driving change in the supply chain sector.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career (Leadership Development Program)
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person – Geographically mobile (within U.S. and international travel required)
• Team: Part of a rotational program, working with colleagues and senior leaders across the organization.
• Mission: To accelerate professional development and prepare for future supply chain leadership roles by tackling high-impact business challenges.
• Tech Stack: SAP (for production planning, inventory, customer service, and logistics)

What You’ll Actually Do
• Data Analysis: Design data analysis and reporting to drive customer-focused business strategy.
• Network Resiliency: Ensure supply chain network resiliency during product transfers between manufacturing sites.
• System Implementation: Support SAP implementation efforts in the areas of production planning, inventory, customer service, and logistics.
• Inventory Optimization: Analyze raw materials and finished goods to determine optimum inventory levels, satisfying service targets and balancing working capital.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Data Management, or a related field from an accredited university.
• Experience: Minimum of one internship or CO-OP providing practical experience in strategic marketing or market development.
• Skills: Highly motivated, results-oriented, operational skills, strategic thinking, and leadership capabilities. Must be geographically mobile during the program, including ability to relocate within the U.S. and travel internationally. Permanent work authorization in the United States is required.
• Bonus: Master’s Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Data Management, or a related field. Professional certifications in supply chain management (e.g., APICS: CPIM, CSPC, CLTD, CTSC). Two or more internships. Minimum 3.2 GPA.