Supervisor, Supplier Integration & Planning

LOCATION: Huntington/Indiana (US-IN), United States.

BRAND: Bendix.

REQUISITION : 10401.

JOB GRADE: 17.

ON-SITE/REMOTE: On-site.

This position provides leadership and direction to a multi-tiered planning and supplier integration team to ensure effective material flow, supplier performance, and adherence to organizational standards. The role is accountable for daily oversight of planning activities, supplier alignment, escalation management, and continuous improvement initiatives across planning and integration functions. The Supervisor supports strategic planning processes, manages governance requirements, and ensures seamless collaboration across operations, planning, purchasing, and supplier management.

• Lead and oversee the daily activities of Central Planners and Supplier Integrators, establishing clear performance goals, KPIs, expectations, and ensuring alignment with departmental and organizational objectives.
• Coach, develop, and support team members through regular feedback, training, performance evaluations, and succession planning activities.
• Coordinate and lead cross-functional task forces to manage high‑risk issues such as PAVE escalations, supplier constraints, and other critical operational challenges.
• Align planning and supplier integration processes with SIOP targets, long‑term business strategies, and organizational standards.
• Ensure compliance with QMPP, the Supplier Logistics Directive, and contractual Terms & Conditions while administering governance for supplier onboarding, capacity management, and lifecycle oversight.
• Support internal and external audits by maintaining accurate documentation, addressing findings, and driving corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance delivery performance, strengthen supplier performance, reduce supply chain risk, and improve process efficiency.
• Implement and maintain best practices for planning accuracy, supplier performance, and operational stability.
• Champion the use of SAP, BW, dashboards, and analytical tools to increase data visibility, planning accuracy, and decision‑making effectiveness.
• Serve as the primary liaison between supply chain leadership, plant operations, purchasing, logistics, and quality teams, representing planning and supplier integration functions in leadership reviews and strategic meetings.

• Advanced understanding of supply chain management, planning processes, and material flow.
• Strong leadership capabilities with experience in building, guiding, and developing teams.
• Expertise in MRP/ERP systems, with SAP strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of supplier risk management, escalation processes, and compliance frameworks.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

• 7+ years of experience in supply chain, planning, supplier integration, or related roles.
• Proven experience leading cross‑functional teams and managing complex operational or supply chain projects with measurable outcomes.

• Ability to establish trust, credibility, and effective working relationships across internal and external departments.
• Ability to manage projects and assignments independently while ensuring timely and accurate completion.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey information clearly.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Ability to influence and persuade stakeholders at multiple levels to drive actions and achieve outcomes.
• Self‑motivated and action‑oriented, with the ability to perform effectively in a fast‑paced, customer‑focused environment.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a matrixed organizational structure.
• Advanced planning, organizational, and prioritization skills with strong attention to detail.
• Results‑oriented with the ability to meet tight deadlines and manage competing priorities.
• Strong systems aptitude with the ability to manage, analyze, and interpret data effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Ability to extract, interpret, and…