Downstream Planning Leader

Join our new Plant 2 facility in Mount Juliet, Tennessee, and play a key role in launching and scaling production operations. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a start-up manufacturing environment, helping establish downstream planning processes and supporting a successful production.

This position is part of a plant ramp-up initiative and will play a key role in establishing processes, supporting operational growth, and driving successful production scale-up from day one.

• Support the launch and ramp-up of a new engineer-to-order manufacturing plant and new production lines.
• Lead and support the downstream planning team to ensure a smooth flow of orders through production, with a focus on material availability, on-time delivery, and effective management of production complexity.
• Monitor production start-up performance and implement improvements that increase output and reduce back order volume.
• Lead the Master Production Planning process in partnership with cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with established production system standards and best practices.
• Develop and maintain value stream maps for current and future manufacturing processes and drive initiatives that reduce product lead times through cross-functional improvement plans.
• Monitor and improve downstream supply chain performance at the plant level.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement by tracking and improving key operational metrics, including:
  • Internal Supplier Service Rating
  • Back Order Lines
  • On-Time Delivery
  • Customer Lead Time
  • Days of Inventory
  • Net Inventory
  • Finished Goods Inventory
  • Excess and Obsolete Inventory
• Contribute to new product introduction activities by evaluating manufacturability and production feasibility.
• Maintain and update Enterprise Resource Planning systems, including SAP S/4
  
  HANA, by adjusting production orders and routing information as needed to support engineering changes and planning strategies.
• Depending on organizational needs and team structure, this role may include direct leadership responsibilities for downstream planners and production schedulers.

What qualifications will help you be successful in this role?

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Manufacturing, Business, or a related field is required.
• Three or more years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Experience with manufacturing planning, scheduling, and production processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and experience using data analysis and visualization tools.
• Experience working with Enterprise Resource Planning systems, preferably SAP S/4
  
  HANA.
• Experience with Structured Query Language, Tableau, AutoCAD, or similar tools is a plus.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across functions, influence stakeholders, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.

Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It's more than just pay and benefits- it's a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.

For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 101,600 - USD 152,400 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you'll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:

Care for Yourself and Your Family.

• medical (with member reward points)
• dental
• vision
• basic life insurance
• Benefit Bucks
• flexible work arrangements
• paid family leaves
• well-being programs
• 12 holidays per year
• 15 days of paid time off per year

Invest and Plan Your Future.

• base salary
• incentives
• company share ownership
• 401(k) with match

Grow Your Skills and Career.

• performance discussions
• global opportunities
• the Schneider Career Hub
• learning platforms like Coursera

Team Up in the Workplace.

• We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace

Support Your Community.

• volunteer leave
• programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation
• youth education initiatives
• military leave benefits

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