Supply Chain Planner - Data Center Programs
Listed on 2026-05-31
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Supply Chain/Logistics
Logistics Coordination, Inventory Control & Analysis, Procurement / Purchasing, Supply Chain Manager
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The Supply Chain Planner – Data Center Programs is responsible for material planning and procurement execution in support of Data Center products and projects. This role ensures alignment between demand, supply, and supplier commitments by managing purchase orders, monitoring material availability, and supporting day‑to‑day supply chain execution.
The Planner manages a defined group of suppliers, including Data Center‑specific suppliers representing approximately $50M spend and is responsible for maintaining supply continuity and supporting delivery commitments. This role requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Plan and execute material requirements for assigned Data Center products and suppliers.
- Convert demand signals and supply plans into purchase orders.
- Manage order placement, rescheduling, and cancellations as needed.
- Track open orders and ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Manage day‑to‑day communication with Data‑Center‑specific suppliers
- Support procurement activities across a supplier base representing approximately $50M in spend.
- Monitor supplier lead times, order confirmations, and delivery performance.
- Follow up on late or at‑risk orders and drive resolution with suppliers.
- Escalate supply concerns when needed.
- Monitor inventory levels and support alignment with planning parameters such as safety stock or reorder points.
- Help maintain appropriate balance between service levels and inventory investment.
- Identify potential shortages or excess inventory and take corrective actions.
- Support the weekly S&OE process by providing updates on material availability and supply risks.
- Maintain accurate data related to open orders, past‑due items, and projected shortages.
- Partner with the Supply Chain & Execution Manager to ensure alignment between plans and execution.
- Work with Sourcing on supplier‑related topics such as capacity or lead time changes.
- Coordinate with Logistics to support shipment timing and priority decisions.
- Partner with Manufacturing and Planning teams to align supply with production needs.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or related field
- APICS certification (CPIM/CSCP) preferred
- Minimum of 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management, S&OE, Materials Management
- Knowledge of S&OE process, demand planning, supply and inventory planning, new products introduction, and resource allocation
- Knowledge of Demand and Supply processes, MRP and DRP logic
- Experience working with MRP / ERP systems (SAP preferred)
- Strong analytical skills: data gathering and storytelling, KPI management and RCA
- Strong interpersonal skills: facilitate discussions, present to leadership, communicate with clarity
- Ideal candidate is results focused, able to set priorities
- Proven track record in execution‑heavy, fast‑paced environments
General Applicable Company Competencies
- Commitment to Watts' values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.
- Ability to collaborate across work groups and communicate effectively.
- Results‑driven and committed to delivering high quality work.
- Customer‑focused
- Able to initiate positive change
- Ability to work with ambiguity
- Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.
- Enforcement of company safety policies.
- Adherence to Watts' seven cultural beliefs:
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