Upstream Planning Leader

Schneider Electric is offering an exciting opportunity for an Upstream Planning Leader to play a critical role in shaping and optimizing supply chain performance at our Mount Juliet, Tennessee facility. This role sits at the heart of our supply chain operations, driving supplier collaboration, inventory optimization, and continuous improvement while leveraging Schneider Production System (SPS) principles. The UPL will have high visibility, strong cross‑functional influence, and a direct impact on service, cost, and operational excellence.

• Organize and optimize the procurement of components with suppliers in alignment with SPS principles.
• Design and manage logistics solutions, including batch sizing, lead times, packaging strategies, ABC/FMR analysis, stocking policies, and consignment stock.
• Own the accuracy, analysis, and continuous improvement of supplier forecasts.
• Monitor upstream supply chain performance through KPI reviews and lead improvement initiatives to optimize resources.
• Lead continuous improvement projects focused on efficiency, cost, and service.
• Drive corrective and preventive actions to resolve upstream supply chain issues (e.g., excess inventory, supplier OTD performance, Kanban card analysis).
• Escalate critical supplier performance or supply risks to senior management as appropriate.
• Ensure quality, consistency, and governance of key supply and inventory management parameters (e.g., replenishment lead time, order quantity, frequency, and stocking policy).

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Operations, Engineering, or related field is required.
• 3+ Years of experience in upstream supply chain planning, procurement planning, or materials management within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong working knowledge of inventory management fundamentals (ABC/FMR analysis, stocking policies, safety stock, lead times).
• Demonstrated experience driving continuous improvement or corrective actions related to supply, inventory, or supplier performance.
• Experience analyzing numbers, trends, and data and making decisions based on the findings.
• Partner, influence, collaborate and communicate across the enterprise and with external stakeholders.
• Strong verbal, presentation and written communication skills working in a complex organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office & SAP system.

Schneider Electric offers a robust benefits package to support our employees such as flexible work arrangements, paid family leave, 401(k)+ match, and more.

Supply Chain Planning Manager

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