Supply Planner

## Supply Planner Apply remote type:
Onsite locations:
Morton Grove, Illinois time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Yesterday job requisition :
R48349

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven supply chain professional to support procurement, production planning, and inventory management within a manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for ensuring material availability, maintaining efficient production schedules, and collaborating with suppliers and cross-functional teams to drive operational performance. The ideal candidate combines analytical thinking, operational discipline, and a continuous improvement mindset to help maintain a responsive and reliable supply chain.

This position is based on-site, full time.

Key Responsibilities Procurement & Supplier Management
· Issue purchase orders and manage supplier commitments to ensure timely fulfillment of material requirements.
· Negotiate pricing, lead times, and delivery schedules to optimize cost, continuity of supply, and service performance.
· Monitor supplier performance using key metrics such as On-Time-In-Full (OTIF) and drive corrective actions when needed.
· Identify, escalate, and resolve supply disruptions, shortages, and delays to minimize operational impact.
· Communicate demand forecasts and replenishment plans with suppliers to support production requirements and inventory availability.

Planning & Inventory Management
· Develop and maintain detailed supply and production schedules based on customer demand, available capacity, and material availability.
· Monitor schedule adherence and production performance, proactively identifying constraints that may affect delivery timelines.
· Communicate schedule changes, risks, and recovery plans to production and management teams to maintain alignment across functions.
· Analyze supply and inventory data to support actionable planning decisions and maintain healthy inventory levels.
· Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities to improve planning accuracy, scheduling efficiency, and overall operational performance.

Required Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or a related field
· 3+ years of experience in purchasing, production planning, inventory control, or a related supply chain function
· Experience working within a manufacturing environment
· Strong proficiency with ERP/MRP systems
· Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis
· Demonstrated ability to analyze data and translate insights into actionable supply plans
· Strong verbal and written communication skills
· High attention to detail with a results-oriented, self-directed approach
· Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
· Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to identify process inefficiencies and support operational enhancements

Preferred Competencies/Skills
· Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to respond effectively to changing priorities and supply challenges
· Ability to balance inventory optimization with service-level expectations and production needs
· Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
· Confidence working cross-functionally with suppliers, production teams, and internal stakeholders
· Sound judgment and decision-making skills supported by data and operational awareness
· Commitment to delivering high-quality work with accuracy and accountability

Xylem does not provide sponsorship for this opportunity.

Why Xylem?

We believe in supporting our employees both professionally and personally. Our benefits include:
· Paid…