Supply Planner

Xylem • Morton Grove, IL

11d

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.

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, with the 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 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 enhance planning, scheduling efficiency, and operational performance.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) with company contribution.
• Paid time off.
• Paid parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Bonus.
• Paid volunteer program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level