Senior Manager Global Supply Chain, Lubricants and Fluid Engineering (LFE)

Shape the Future with Us. At Lubrizol, we’re transforming the Additives, Surface Sciences and Engineered Materials industry through science, sustainability, and a culture of inclusion. As part of our global team, you’ll be empowered to make a real impact—on your career, your community, and the world around you.

Job Type: Full-Time; Hybrid

How You’ll Make an Impact

As Senior Manager Global Supply Chain – Lubricants and Fluid Engineering (LFE), you'll be at the forefront of our innovation, leading and driving the end-to-end global supply chain for the LFE business, setting strategic direction for supply and asset management, overseeing a multinational team, and propelling operational excellence to support business growth. As a trusted partner to LFE business leaders, you’ll demonstrate outstanding business acumen, cross-cultural sensitivity, and a results-oriented mindset to deliver reliable, cost-effective, and compliant supply chain solutions worldwide. You'll collaborate with a diverse group of passionate individuals to deliver sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing, and enhance modern life. In this role, you will:

Operations Oversight

• Oversee day-to-day supply chain operations, ensuring efficient execution of order fulfillment, logistics, inventory management, and customer service across global locations.

• Monitor operational performance and resolve issues to maintain service excellence and continuous flow of materials.

• Lead the global S&OP process, collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to align demand forecasts, supply plans, financial targets, and inventory strategies.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Demand Planning to align supply strategies with forecasts and market requirements.

• Collaborate with Strategic Planning to integrate long-term business objectives into supply chain and asset strategies, including capacity planning, sourcing, and network optimization.

• Partner with Procurement to optimize sourcing activities, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost efficiencies.

• Build strong relationships with other corporate functions to support new product launches, market expansion, and strategic initiatives.

• Define the supply chain Service Level agreement with 3PM tollers collaboratively with the 3PM team to ensure supply reliability and quality standards.

People Management & Leadership

• Lead, develop, and inspire a global supply chain team, fostering a culture of collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

• Set clear objectives and performance metrics, provide coaching and development opportunities, and drive team performance.

Process Improvement & Operational Excellence

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across multiple functions, including planning, logistics, inventory management, and customer service, etc.

• Promote adoption of best practices, process standardization, and digital supply chain tools for the LFE portfolio.

Required Qualifications that Enable Your Success

Education Level

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.

Industry Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of supply chain, ideally within the lubricants, fluid engineering, or chemical industry.

Leadership Experience

• Demonstrated success in managing global supply chain operations and leading international teams.

Technical Skills

• Proficient in supply chain systems and analytics, preferably within the LFE or chemical sector.

• Strong business acumen with the ability to partner strategically with LFE business leaders.

Relevant Soft Skills

• Exceptional cross-cultural communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.

• Results-driven with a proven track record in supply chain transformation and performance improvement.

Preferred Qualifications that Drive you Forward

• Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.

Your Work Environment
At Lubrizol, we’re committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where you can do your best work—whether in a lab, on the production floor, or in a hybrid office setting. Depending on your role, your work environment may include:

• Standing, walking or operating equipment for extended periods

• Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided

• Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment

• Occasional lifting or movement of materials

• Adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards

We continuously invest in our facilities and technologies to ensure they support your well-being, productivity, and growth. If you require reasonable accommodation, we are committed to working with you to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.

Benefits that Empower You

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans

• Learning and development opportunities

• Career and professional growth

• Inclusive culture and vibrant community engagement

Learn more at benefits.lubrizol.com!

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Lubrizol: Imagined for Life. Enabled by Science. ™ Delivered by You.

For nearly 100 years, The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, has been at the forefront of innovation to enhance everyday life, advance mobility, and make the modern world work better. Our specialty chemistry solutions—from engine oils, performance coatings, and skincare to medical devices and plumbing systems —are powered by the expertise, passion, and commitment of people like you.

We tackle the world’s toughest challenges with science-based solutions, deeply understanding our customers to deliver innovative chemistry and differentiated value. Our inclusive culture, dedication to safety, and incredible global talent drive our success. Our solutions meet the evolving needs of the modern world—brought to life by science and, most importantly, delivered by you. 

Whether you're in the lab, on the production floor, or in the office, you'll be part of a team around the world that empowers you to think boldly, drive results, and contribute to solutions that shape a better, more sustainable future. 

We win because of you. Let’s build the future together.