Supply Planner

Xylem•Morton Grove, IL

13d•$80,000 - $90,000

About The Position

The Supply Planner manages the end-to-end supply chain by integrating purchasing with production planning to ensure material availability, optimize inventory levels, and maintain on-time delivery performance. The role uses ERP/MRP systems to issue purchase orders, manage supplier performance, and align production schedules. The position also develops and maintains production schedules that account for customer demand, production capacity, and material availability. It monitors schedule adherence and production performance, resolves constraints and supply disruptions, and communicates risks and recovery plans to relevant teams. Xylem is a global water solutions and technology company with 23,000 employees operating in more than 150 countries. The estimated salary range is $80,000 to $90,000 plus bonus; starting pay depends on factors including skills, experience, and work location. Xylem does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business, Operations, or a related field.
At least 3 years of experience in purchasing, production planning, or inventory control.
Experience within a manufacturing environment.
Strong proficiency in ERP/MRP systems.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis.
Ability to analyze data and translate it into actionable supply plans.
Self-starter and team player with a results-oriented approach and strong attention to detail.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Continuous improvement mindset and ability to identify process inefficiencies and support operational improvements.

Responsibilities

Issue purchase orders and manage supplier commitments to ensure timely fulfillment of material requirements.
Negotiate pricing, lead times, and delivery schedules with suppliers to optimize cost and supply reliability.
Monitor supplier performance using metrics such as On-Time-In-Full (OTIF) and take corrective actions when necessary.
Identify and resolve supply disruptions, shortages, or delays to minimize operational impact.
Communicate demand forecasts and replenishment plans with suppliers to support production planning and inventory availability.
Develop and maintain detailed production schedules aligned with customer demand, available capacity, and material availability.
Monitor schedule adherence and production performance, identifying and resolving constraints that may affect delivery timelines.
Communicate schedule changes, potential risks, and recovery plans to production and management teams.
Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve planning, scheduling efficiency, and operational performance.