Upstream Supply Chain Planning Leader

Job Description: Schneider Electric’s Fairfield, OH plant has an outstanding opportunity for a passionate individual to assume the role of Upstream Supply Chain Planning Leader, where you will be primarily accountable for material purchasing, planning and scheduling. We are seeking someone proactive who enjoys an engaging and collaborative culture and can adapt with agility to the growth and evolving demands of a dynamic manufacturing environment. What will you do? Organize and optimize the procurement of components with our suppliers by following the SPS principles Responsible for logistic solutions including batch size, lead time, packaging, ABC/FMR analysis, components stocking policy, consignment stock Responsible for accuracy and analysis of supplier’s forecast Monitor and improve upstream supply chain performance (reviewing KPIs and leading projects to optimize resources) Lead continuous improvement projects Manage corrective and preventive actions to solve upstream supply chain issues (ex. excess inventory, supplier OTD, Kanban card analysis) Escalate critical supplier issues to senior management Ensure quality and consistency of key parameters of supply and stock management (ex : Replenishment Lead Time, Quantity, Frequency, Stocking policy) Who will you report to? Supply Chain Planning Manager (External) English Qualifications: What qualifications will make you successful? Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Operations, Engineering, or related field 3+ years of scheduling/planning experience Proficiency user of Microsoft Office & SAP (S4/HANA) system Experience analyzing numbers, trends, and data and making decisions based on the findings Ability to make independent decisions with little supervision Partner, influence, collaborate & communicate across the enterprise and with external stakeholders Strong verbal / presentation and written communications skills working in a complex organization. Ability to multi-task and prioritize most critical tasks Ready to make an impact? Apply today and bring your planning expertise to our team! Local Benefits (English): 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. Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you 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. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year. Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match. Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platf…

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