Supervisor - Materials Planning

Iberdrola•Portland, OR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Supervisor - Materials Planning leads reporting, master data governance, inventory analysis, and supply chain improvement activities while supporting day-to-day operations. The role supervises analytical resources, drives process improvements, maintains data integrity, and works with cross-functional partners to improve supply chain performance, inventory management, and business decision-making. This working supervisor oversees the reporting and analytics function and contributes directly to complex reporting, data analysis, inventory optimization, and issue resolution. The position also supports Commercial Operations by maintaining the Materials Database and related reporting tools and programs, and by coordinating process and system improvements with internal stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems, Supply Chain Management, Computer Science, Business, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
At least 5 years of experience in purchasing and inventory functions.
Proficiency in database management and all MS Office applications.
Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP, especially materials requirements planning (MRP).
Understanding of supply chain for an operations group.
Excellent analytical, project management, presentation, and communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to participate in cross-functional teams.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently.
Proficient English reading and speaking skills to communicate with coworkers, understand and provide directions, respond to management inquiries, and make entries on reports and records.
Organization and strong attention to detail.
Commitment to Company policies, principles, and processes.
Ability to set high performance goals, take initiative, and persist in pursuing goals despite obstacles.
Ability to efficiently manage multiple concurrent, time-sensitive projects and priorities.

Nice To Haves

Proven track record developing, maintaining, and optimizing demand forecasting models.
Experience with wind plant construction, operations, and maintenance.
APICS certification.
Experience with SharePoint, Power BI, MicroStrategy, or Jira.
Inventory and Materials Management experience.
Self-starter with demonstrated performance working in a matrixed organization.

Responsibilities

Lead and improve dashboards, performance metrics, and business intelligence tools supporting supply chain operations and strategic decision-making.
Oversee master data governance and the accuracy and integrity of inventory, planning, warehouse, and procurement data through audits, process controls, and continuous improvement.
Supervise and support analysts by setting priorities, assigning work, coaching, monitoring performance, and promoting accountability, collaboration, and customer service.
Contribute directly to complex reporting, data analysis, inventory optimization, and issue resolution while ensuring team objectives and deadlines are met.
Lead cross-functional projects and system enhancements, coordinating business requirements, testing, process documentation, change management, and implementation support.
Partner with Supply Chain, Warehousing, Operations, Sourcing, and Technology stakeholders to identify automation, process improvement, inventory optimization, and cost-reduction opportunities.
Use SAP and Power BI tools to establish and maintain the Materials Database supporting Commercial Operations.
Implement processes for creating new part numbers and revising existing parts as needed.
Enable alternate and direct sourcing by providing standardized, complete definitions of part characteristics.
Work with internal stakeholders to implement documented processes and make process improvements.
Develop, maintain, and modify databases and programs supporting Operations reporting and business tools.
Manage concurrent, time-sensitive projects and priorities while maintaining effective working relationships with coworkers, managers, customers, contractors, and vendors.