Senior Planner Buyer Supervisor
Schneider Electric
El Paso, TXPosted 27 days agoDiscoveredMatch locked
Management
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Planner Buyer Supervisor to lead and coordinate production planning, material planning, and procurement activities within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
This role serves as the key liaison between Planner Buyers, manufacturing partners, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure material availability, production continuity, and on-time customer delivery. The successful candidate will supervise planning and purchasing activities, align material requirements with production schedules, and drive operational excellence through expert use of Oracle ERP and planning systems.
This position requires a strong background in supply chain planning, procurement, materials management, MRP, MPS, and manufacturing operations, along with proven leadership experience managing planning teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise a team of Planner Buyers, providing direction, coaching, and performance support.
- Coordinate production plans and material requirements to support manufacturing schedules and customer demand.
- Serve as the primary connection between internal operations, contract manufacturers, suppliers, and planning teams.
- Monitor and supervise material flow to ensure timely availability of components and finished goods.
- Manage inbound material processes, inventory levels, and supply continuity.
- Utilize Oracle ERP to execute and monitor planning, purchasing, inventory, and manufacturing activities.
- Analyze demand requirements and translate them into procurement and production plans.
- Develop, maintain, and execute Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and Master Production Scheduling (MPS) processes.
- Support Master Production Planning (MPP) activities to optimize production capacity and inventory performance.
- Partner closely with Manufacturing, Logistics, Procurement, Customer Service, and Supply Chain teams to resolve supply risks and operational constraints.
- Drive inventory optimization initiatives while maintaining service levels.
- Identify and mitigate supply chain risks that may impact production schedules or customer deliveries.
- Track and report key performance indicators related to material availability, inventory, supplier performance, production support, and delivery performance.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on planning accuracy, process efficiency, and operational excellence.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, International Trade, Logistics, Operations Management, or a related field.
- English advanced
- 5 to 8 years of experience in:
- Production Planning
- Material Planning
- Procurement
- Supply Chain Operations
- Manufacturing Planning
- Inventory Management
- Previous experience leading or supervising Planner Buyers, Material Planners, Production Planners, or similar supply chain functions.
- Expert-level proficiency with Oracle ERP, supporting planning, procurement, inventory management, manufacturing, and supply chain operations.
- Strong knowledge of:
- Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
- Master Production Scheduling (MPS)
- Master Production Planning (MPP)
- Inventory Management
- Capacity Planning
- Demand Forecasting
- Inbound Logistics
- Material Flow Management
- Experience working in manufacturing environments with responsibility for production schedules, material availability, and supply continuity.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
- Excellent stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting electronics manufacturing or contract manufacturing environments.
- APICS/ASCM certification is a plus.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Experience managing complex supply chains involving multiple suppliers and manufacturing locations.
- Demonstrated success improving planning accuracy, inventory performance, and service levels.
Key Competencies
- Oracle ERP Expertise
- Team Leadership and Coaching
- Supply Chain Planning
- Production Planning
- Procurement and Purchasing
- Inventory Optimization
- MRP / MPS / MPP
- Capacity Planning
- Demand Forecasting
- Logistics Coordination
- Operational Excellence
- Process Improvement
- Stakeholder Management
- Data Analysis and Decision Making
Success Profile
The ideal candidate is a hands-on supply chain leader with deep Oracle ERP expertise who can effectively supervise Planner Buyers, align material availability with production requirements, and ensure seamless execution across procurement, planning, manufacturing, and logistics functions. This individual combines strong analytical capabilities with operational discipline, leadership presence, and a proactive approach to driving results in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
What's in it for me?
- Lead high-visibility initiatives that directly influence plant performance and customer outcomes
- Work in a collaborative culture that values innovation and operational excellence
- Grow your expertise across end-to-end supply chain planning and execution
- Make a tangible impact in a role where your decisions matter every day
Bring your planning expertise to a team that's ready to support your success-apply now!
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