Schneider Electric

Supply Chain Planner Buyer

Schneider Electric$86K — $129K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in purchasing or supply chain operations within manufacturing
  • Experience in purchasing direct materials and production-related items
  • Solid grasp of inventory management and material planning concepts
  • Proficient with ERP systems, ideally SAP
  • Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
  • Ability to handle multiple priorities in a high-paced environment
  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Logistics, Business, or related field preferred

Responsibilities

  • Ensure balance between customer demand and resource availability for materials
  • Coordinate production scheduling activities aligned with operational goals
  • Proactively resolve back orders and supply constraints to ensure product availability
  • Manage manufacturing and purchase order backlog effectively
  • Execute daily actions using MRP systems like SAP MD04
  • Support supply chain flows for enhanced performance
  • Engage in continuous improvement initiatives and SIM Cycle 2 process

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexibility with paid family leave and well-being programs
  • Competitive salary with incentives and 401(k) match
  • Career development resources and global opportunities
  • Inclusive workplace fostering collaboration and recognition
  • Community engagement through volunteering and military leave programs
Full Job Description
Schneider Electric is seeking a motivated individual for the position of Flow Controller / Supply Chain Buyer to join our Plant II team at our new medium-voltage Engineer-to-Order (ETO) campus in Mount Juliet, Tennessee. This role is responsible for balancing supply and demand, managing material flow, supporting production scheduling, and ensuring product availability across the supply chain. The ideal candidate will have experience in purchasing, supply chain planning, and SAP-driven materials management within a manufacturing environment.

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.

What Will You Do?
  • Ensure the balance between customer demand and available resources (MRP) for raw materials, components, subassemblies, and finished products by managing customer requirements and replenishment backlogs.
  • Coordinate production scheduling activities to support operational objectives.
  • Ensure product availability by proactively resolving back orders, shortages, and supply constraints.
  • Manage the backlog, including the creation and rescheduling of manufacturing and purchase orders.
  • Execute daily actions related to MRP messages (SAP MD04 or similar tools).
  • Support upstream and downstream supply chain flows to improve manufacturing and overall supply chain performance.
  • Actively participate in the SIM Cycle 2 process and continuous improvement initiatives.

Reports To: Supply Chain Planning Manager

What Qualifications Will Make You Successful?
  • +3 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, buying, or supply chain operations within a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience purchasing direct materials, components, or production-related items.
  • Strong understanding of purchasing processes, inventory management, and material planning concepts.
  • Experience working with suppliers to manage deliveries, resolve shortages, and improve performance.
  • Proficiency with ERP systems, preferably SAP.
  • Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Business, Operations, Logistics, or a related field preferred.

Ready to drive supply chain excellence? Apply today and join a team that values your expertise!

For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 86,400 - USD 129,600 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.

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 platforms like Coursera.

Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.

Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

About Schneider Electric

Schneider Electric is a multinational corporation that specializes in energy management and automation solutions. The company was founded in 1836 and is headquartered in Rueil-Malmaison, France. Schneider Electric offers a wide range of products and services including electrical distribution, automation and control, and energy management. The company operates in over 100 countries and has a strong presence in the industrial and commercial sectors. Schneider Electric is committed to sustainability and has set ambitious targets to reduce its environmental impact. The company has received numerous awards for its sustainability efforts and is recognized as a leader in the industry.
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