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Westlake

Global petrochemicals and building products manufacturer

Senior Production Planning Manager

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
$110k - $135k
Senior, Expert
Bachelor's
Okeechobee, FL, USA+13 moreMore locations: Oceanside, CA, USA | Rialto, CA, USA | Pompano Beach, FL, USA | Lake Wales, FL, USA | Napa, CA, USA | Henderson, NV, USA | Lenexa, KS, USA | Lathrop, CA, USA | Fort Worth, TX, USA | Corona, CA, USA | Phoenix, AZ, USA | Denver, CO, USA | Greencastle, IN, USA
In PersonCan sit near one of the listed locations; travel up to 10%.
Operations & LogisticsProduction Planning & Scheduling, Supply Chain Management

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related discipline.
  • Eight to ten years of experience in production planning, supply planning, manufacturing planning, or Sales and Operations Planning.
  • Three to five years of leadership experience managing planners or supply chain teams.
  • Experience supporting multiple manufacturing facilities.
  • A strong background in production planning and manufacturing operations.
  • Experience with enterprise resource planning systems such as SAP or JD Edwards.
  • Experience leading formal Sales and Operations Planning processes.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
  • Ability to effectively communicate and present planning recommendations to plant leadership, commercial teams, and senior management.
  • Strong facilitation skills to lead cross-functional planning and Sales and Operations Planning meetings.
  • Ability to influence decisions across manufacturing, logistics, customer service, and sales organizations.
  • Ability to meet the physical requirements, including frequently sitting, standing, walking, handling objects, reaching, and communicating; occasional stooping, kneeling, or crouching; and lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally, up to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds regularly.
  • Ability to work in an office environment and, when needed, in operating units where personal protective equipment may be required and exposure to outside elements, stairs, or elevators may occur.
Responsibilities
  • Lead the monthly Sales and Operations Planning process, including supply review and executive Sales and Operations Planning meetings.
  • Translate rolling demand forecasts into executable manufacturing and supply plans.
  • Develop and maintain a rolling 6- to 18-month supply plan that supports business objectives.
  • Facilitate cross-functional discussions about demand changes, supply constraints, inventory strategies, and capacity utilization.
  • Prepare executive presentations and recommendations for senior leadership review.
  • Drive continuous improvement of Sales and Operations Planning processes, governance, and planning maturity.
  • Develop production plans across multiple manufacturing facilities to meet forecasted and actual customer demand.
  • Convert approved demand plans into manufacturing schedules and production requirements.
  • Ensure production plans align with available labor, machine capacity, material availability, and warehouse requirements.
  • Collaborate with plant leadership to balance capacity, inventory levels, and customer service requirements.
  • Review plant constraints and develop mitigation strategies to minimize service disruptions.
  • Create and manage production orders within enterprise resource planning systems.
  • Monitor schedule attainment and production plan adherence across manufacturing facilities.
  • Lead monthly supply reviews with manufacturing teams.
  • Maintain capacity models for critical manufacturing resources.
  • Analyze capacity utilization and identify bottlenecks across production facilities.
  • Evaluate capital, labor, equipment, and operational constraints that affect supply plans.
  • Develop recommendations to improve capacity utilization and production efficiencies.
  • Partner with plant leadership to create recovery plans for underperforming production areas.
  • Conduct scenario planning to evaluate demand increases, production disruptions, and inventory impacts.
  • Establish inventory stocking strategies across manufacturing sites and distribution yards.
  • Define inventory planning parameters, including safety stock, minimum and maximum stock levels, reorder points, and replenishment frequencies.
  • Manage inventory deployment strategies across plant and warehouse networks.
  • Create and oversee transfer order processes between plants and distribution facilities.
  • Ensure appropriate inventory levels are maintained to support customer service objectives.
  • Balance inventory investment against service-level expectations and operational constraints.
  • Monitor and report operational metrics, including production attainment, production schedule adherence, capacity utilization, service levels, on-time in-full performance, lead time attainment, inventory turns, past-due orders and backorder performance, and inventory days of supply.
  • Identify root causes for performance gaps and implement corrective actions.
  • Provide regular performance reviews and recommendations to leadership teams.
  • Lead and develop a team of supply planners supporting multiple manufacturing facilities.
  • Establish standard planning processes and planning disciplines across all locations.
  • Coach planners on production planning, inventory management, enterprise resource planning utilization, and supply chain best practices.
  • Develop succession plans and skills development programs within the planning organization.
  • Ensure planning resources are appropriately aligned across manufacturing facilities.
  • Partner with Manufacturing, Customer Service, Logistics, Procurement, Sales, and Operations teams.
  • Drive alignment between commercial forecasts and operational execution plans.
  • Participate in strategic initiatives related to inventory optimization, service improvements, network optimization, and operational excellence.
  • Support enterprise resource planning enhancements and planning system improvements.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with Power BI and business intelligence reporting tools.
  • APICS Certified in Planning and Inventory Management and/or Certified Supply Chain Professional certification; relevant supply chain planning and manufacturing experience may be considered instead of certification.

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Westlake manufactures and supplies petrochemicals, polymers, and building products used in everything from food packaging to residential roofing. The company operates through a vertically integrated model, controlling the entire production process from raw materials to finished goods to ensure quality and supply chain reliability. This integration distinguishes Westlake from competitors by providing greater cost control and the ability to serve both industrial chemical markets and the construction industry simultaneously. Westlake's goal is to provide a stable global supply of essential materials and infrastructure products for the automotive, consumer goods, and housing sectors.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Houston, Texas

Founded

1986

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What believers are saying

  • BlueLinx expanded Westlake Royal PVC trim distribution on September 24, 2026.
  • Wilhelmshaven added 838 million pounds of PVC capacity on June 15, 2026.
  • Q2 2026 EBITDA hit $679 million, and debt fell $500 million.

What critics are saying

  • Westlake closes Cologne in Q1 2027 after $205 million charges and 120 layoffs.
  • Q1 2026 included a $67 million PVC-pipe settlement, exposing further litigation over legacy products.
  • European energy costs, Asian imports, and weak housing demand pressure 2026 margins.

What makes Westlake unique

  • Westlake's vertical integration spans PVC, VCM, caustic soda, and finished building products.
  • Wilhelmshaven's deep-water dock lowers European feedstock logistics versus inland PVC plants.
  • Westlake Royal sells branded siding, trim, roofing, windows, and pipe nationwide.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Quarterly performance-based bonuses

Company News

Seeking Alpha
Sep 29th, 2026
Westlake warns of weaker Q3, closes German PVC plant.

Westlake warns of weaker Q3, closes German PVC plant. Westlake Corp. (WLK) said Tuesday it will close a PVC plant in Cologne, Germany, as weak chemical demand, high energy costs and competition from Asian imports pressure its European operations. The company also warned that third-quarter financial performance will decline from the previous quarter. The Cologne facility can produce about 165,000 metric tons of PVC annually and is expected to cease operations in the first quarter of 2027. Westlake (WLK) said the plant operates at higher costs than its other European facilities because of its smaller scale and greater logistics expenses. Customers will be supplied from other German plants, including the recently acquired Wilhelmshaven facility. For investors, the closure highlights both the severity of the downturn facing chemical producers and Westlake's effort to remove higher-cost capacity. The move carries a sizable near-term expense, while weaker PVC and polyethylene pricing and slowing housing activity are likely to weigh on third-quarter results. Longer term, shifting production to lower-cost facilities could improve margins in Westlake's European chlorovinyl business. Westlake (WLK) expects about $205 million in pretax charges related to the closure, including roughly $100 million in cash costs and $105 million in non-cash charges. About $110 million of the total is expected to be recorded in 2026, with the remainder in 2027. Pressure extends beyond Europe. Westlake (WLK) said average North American PVC and polyethylene prices during the third quarter were below second-quarter levels as price increases following the start of the Iran conflict faded. The company's Housing & Infrastructure Products business also faced higher freight expenses following a surge in diesel prices. Sales volumes in that segment have declined moderately as higher interest rates slow housing activity. Taken together, the pricing, cost and demand pressures are expected to result in sequentially weaker third-quarter financial performance, Westlake said. Smarter Income Starts Here Tap into new dividend opportunities and expert strategies that support your income growth.

MarketScreener
Sep 29th, 2026
Westlake to shut Germany PVC plant, cut 120 jobs.

Westlake to shut Germany PVC plant, cut 120 jobs. Published on 09/29/2026 at 06:53 am EDT or by email Westlake Corporation is a global manufacturer and marketer of both housing and infrastructure products and performance and essential materials that are designed to enhance the lives of people every day. The Company operates through two segments, which include Housing and Infrastructure Products (HIP) and Performance and Essential Materials (PEM). The HIP segment is primarily comprised of residential and non-residential building products, polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipe and fittings, and compound products made from PVC and other polymers. The PEM segment includes Westlake North American Chlorovinyls, Westlake European & Asian Chlorovinyls, Westlake Olefins and Polyethylene and Westlake Epoxy. The HIP business consists of product groups including exterior and interior building products, which include siding, trim and mouldings, stone, roofing, windows and outdoor living products; PVC pipe, specialty PVC pipe and fittings; and compounds primarily made from PVC. Mean consensus OUTPERFORM Number of Analysts Last Close Price Average target price Spread / Average Target

Associated Press
Sep 29th, 2026
Westlake to close Cologne PVC plant amid weak European demand and elevated energy costs

Westlake Corporation is closing its polyvinyl chloride plant in Cologne, Germany, due to challenging market conditions including weak demand, elevated energy costs, and increased import pressure from Asia. The company will continue serving customers from its remaining lower-cost PVC facilities in Germany, including its recently acquired Wilhelmshaven site. The Cologne facility has annual production capacity of approximately 165,000 metric tons of PVC. Westlake expects to record total pre-tax charges of approximately $205 million in connection with the closure, consisting of $100 million in cash charges and $105 million in non-cash charges. The site is expected to cease operations in the first quarter of 2027. The broader chemical market is experiencing pricing pressures, with PVC and polyethylene prices declining in North America during the third quarter of 2026.

GlobeNewswire
Sep 29th, 2026
Westlake to optimize European chlorovinyls footprint with closure of Cologne PVC plant.

Westlake to optimize European chlorovinyls footprint with closure of Cologne PVC plant. HOUSTON, Sept. 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - Westlake Corporation (NYSE: WLK) ("Westlake" or the "Company") announced today that, in light of challenging market conditions, the Company is taking action to improve profitability by closing its polyvinyl chloride ("PVC") plant in Cologne, Germany. Chemical production in Europe continues to face difficult conditions, including weak demand, elevated energy costs and increased import pressure from Asia. Due to its smaller scale and higher logistical burden, the Cologne plant has higher costs than the Company's other European PVC sites. The Company will continue to serve its customers from its remaining, lower-cost PVC facilities in Germany, including its recently acquired Wilhelmshaven site. The broader global market is also experiencing pricing and cost pressures. In the third quarter of 2026, PVC and polyethylene average prices in North America are lower than the second quarter of 2026 as the price increases initially realized in the second quarter following the onset of the Iran conflict have moderated. Furthermore, in its Housing & Infrastructure Products segment, the Company has experienced higher freight costs caused by a surge in diesel prices and a moderate decline in sales volume caused by the slowdown in housing activity resulting from a rising interest rate environment. In line with these more challenging market conditions, Westlake expects sequentially lower financial performance in the third quarter of 2026 compared to the second quarter of 2026. "Given the persistent, challenging market conditions facing the global chemical industry, we have made the difficult decision to cease operations at our Cologne, Germany PVC site as part of our ongoing optimization of business operations," said Westlake President and Chief Executive Officer Jean-Marc Gilson. "We will continue to supply our valued customers with PVC produced at our other German facilities. I want to recognize the dedication and contributions of all our employees, including those who will be leaving us. We appreciate their efforts over the years, and we are committed to treating everyone impacted with respect and to supporting them through this transition." The Cologne facility has annual production capacity of approximately 165,000 metric tons of PVC per year. In connection with the Cologne closure, Westlake expects to record total pre-tax charges of approximately $205 million, consisting of cash charges of approximately $100 million and non-cash charges of approximately $105 million. Approximately $110 million of these cash and non-cash charges are expected to be recorded in 2026, with the remaining portion to be recorded in 2027. The site is expected to cease operations in the first quarter of 2027. These actions are expected to improve the ongoing profitability of Westlake's European chlorovinyl operations. About Westlake Celebrating 40 years of operations in 2026, Westlake is a global manufacturer and supplier of materials and innovative products that enhance life every day. Headquartered in Houston, with operations in Asia, Europe and North America, we provide the building blocks for vital solutions - from housing and construction, to packaging and healthcare, to automotive and consumer goods. Media Inquiries: Chip Swearngan, 713-960-9111 Investor Inquiries: Jeff Holy, 713-960-9111 Forward-Looking Statements The statements in this press release that are not historical facts, including statements regarding the timing of the anticipated cessation of certain operations at the Cologne PVC plant, the anticipated effects of the closure on production capacity, the estimated pre-tax costs and expected cash outflows associated with the closure, anticipated financial performance of the Company in the third quarter of 2026, and the expected impact of the closure on the profitability of the Company's European chlorovinyl operations are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the U.S. securities laws. These forward-looking statements are subject to significant risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the Company's control. Actual results could differ materially, based on factors including, but not limited to, the ultimate cost of closure of such facilities, the outcome of consultations with works councils, unions and governmental authorities, and other risks and uncertainties. For more detailed information about the factors that could cause actual results to differ materially, please refer to the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, which was filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on February 26, 2026, and the Company's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, which was filed with the SEC on August 5, 2026.

Stockhouse
Sep 24th, 2026
BlueLinx expands relationship with Westlake Royal Building Products(TM) through exclusive Kleer(R) PVC Trim distribution agreement and market expansion of TruExterior(R) Siding and Trim products.

BlueLinx expands relationship with Westlake Royal Building Products(TM) through exclusive Kleer(R) PVC Trim distribution agreement and market expansion of TruExterior(R) Siding and Trim products. BXC, WLK | 16 hours ago * BlueLinx continues to leverage its scale and profitable sales growth strategy to enhance its specialty product mix with key suppliers * Westlake Royal Building Products(TM) will serve as BlueLinx's sole and exclusive PVC trim supplier in key markets under the expanded distribution agreement * BlueLinx is launching Kleer(R) PVC Trim products in 27 BlueLinx distribution locations serving key U.S. markets for these products, with opportunities to further expand the distribution footprint * BlueLinx also expands availability of TruExterior(R) Siding and Trim, increasing its geographic footprint from 12 to 17 distribution locations. BlueLinx Holdings Inc. (NYSE: BXC), a leading U.S. wholesale distributor of building products, today announced the expansion of its relationship with Westlake Royal Building Products(TM). BlueLinx will now distribute Westlake Royal's Kleer(R) PVC Trim products in 27 distribution locations throughout New England, the North and Mid-Atlantic, the South, the Ohio Valley and select Central U.S. markets. Stocking locations include Bellingham, Massachusetts; Burlington, Vermont; Portland, Maine; Buffalo and Long Island, New York; Denville, New Jersey; Frederick, Maryland; Richmond, Virginia; Charlotte and Raleigh, North Carolina; Charleston, South Carolina; Atlanta, Georgia; Tampa, Lakeland and Jacksonville, Florida; Nashville and Erwin, Tennessee; Cincinnati and Akron, Ohio; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Grand Rapids, Michigan; Chicago, Illinois; Milwaukee, Wisconsin; Minneapolis, Minnesota; Davenport and Des Moines, Iowa; and St. Louis, Missouri. The agreement represents another important step in BlueLinx's strategy to expand its specialty products portfolio with category-leading brands and to increase its participation in attractive, high-growth building product categories across many markets across the United States, thereby leveraging BlueLinx's national distribution footprint at scale to amplify its value proposition for key customers and strategic suppliers. In addition to Kleer PVC Trim, BlueLinx is expanding its Westlake Royal TruExterior(R) distribution footprint by adding TruExterior(R) Siding and Trim at its Bellingham, Massachusetts; Burlington, Vermont; Portland, Maine; Long Island, New York; and Buffalo, New York distribution locations. This market expansion increases BlueLinx's TruExterior(R) footprint from 12 to 17 distribution locations and further enhances the company's specialty siding and trim offering in these new markets with an innovative poly-ash product known for its durability, workability and resistance to moisture and insects. "We are excited to expand our relationship with Westlake Royal to accelerate our specialty products growth strategy," said Shyam Reddy, President and Chief Executive Officer of BlueLinx. "The launch of Kleer PVC Trim and expansion of TruExterior(R) product lines in markets across the United States enhances our siding and trim offering for customers at scale with high-quality, durable, low-maintenance branded products from a trusted industry leader. We appreciate the confidence that Westlake Royal has placed in us and look forward to building on this partnership to drive greater profitable sales growth in the coming years." "BlueLinx has been a valued distribution partner for Westlake Royal Building Products, and this expanded agreement reflects our shared commitment to delivering premium siding, trim and exterior building solutions to customers across the country," said Bill Conlon, vice president of sales, siding and trim, Westlake Royal Building Products. "By adding Kleer(R) PVC Trim to more BlueLinx locations and expanding the availability of TruExterior(R) Siding and Trim, we are making it easier for dealers, builders and contractors to access trusted, high-performance products backed by exceptional service and support. We look forward to continuing our successful partnership and driving growth together in key markets throughout the United States." The expanded relationship creates opportunities to increase share of customer wallet through complementary product sales, to support mix shift strategies toward higher-value specialty categories and to deliver greater value for customers seeking a trusted distribution partner with a comprehensive siding and trim portfolio. ABOUT BLUELINX BlueLinx Holdings Inc. (NYSE: BXC) is a leading U.S. wholesale distributor of residential and commercial building products with both branded and private-label SKUs across product categories such as lumber, panels, engineered wood, siding, millwork, and industrial products. With a strong market position, broad geographic coverage footprint servicing fifty states, and the strength of a locally focused sales force, Stockhouse Publishing Ltd. distribute a comprehensive range of products to its customers which include national home centers, pro dealers, cooperatives, specialty distributors, regional and local dealers, and industrial manufacturers. BlueLinx provides a wide range of value-added services and solutions to its customers and suppliers, and Stockhouse Publishing Ltd. operate its business through a broad network of distribution centers. To learn more about BlueLinx, please visit www.bluelinxco.com. ABOUT WESTLAKE ROYAL BUILDING PRODUCTS Westlake Royal Building Products USA Inc., a Westlake company (NYSE:WLK), is a leader throughout North America in the innovation, design, and production of a broad and diverse range of exterior and interior building products, including Siding and Accessories, Trim and Mouldings, Roofing, Stone, Windows and Outdoor Living. Westlake Royal Building Products manufactures high-quality, low-maintenance products to meet the specifications and needs of building professionals, homeowners, architects, engineers and distributors, while providing stunning curb appeal with an unmatched array of colors, styles and accessories. For more information, please visit WestlakeRoyalBuildingProducts.com. 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