We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Upstream Planning Manager to lead and standardize planning processes across critical suppliers and categories in North America. This role is pivotal in strengthening vendor supply reliability, improving upstream alignment, and optimizing inventory to ensure business continuity and outstanding customer service. As the UPM, you will drive cross-functional collaboration, lead long-range materials planning strategy, and implement best-in-class practices that elevate supply performance across the region.

What will you do?
Supplier Readiness & Inbound Flow Management
• Ensure key suppliers within scope are fully prepared to meet Schneider Electric's demand and capacity requirements.
• Develop and execute upstream planning levers that drive supplier stability and minimize constraints.
• Implement structured processes to monitor, analyze, and improve monthly supplier forecast accuracy and bias.

Upstream Planning Strategy & Standardization
• Lead the development of long- and mid-range upstream materials planning policies, programs, and processes.
• Drive harmonized planning standards across critical suppliers, enabling end to end upstream visibility and consistency.
• Partner with Procurement to create and execute joint plans that enhance supplier performance and long-term planning

Continuous Improvement of Inbound Supply
• Lead improvement initiatives that optimize flow, reduce shortages, and improve lead time stability.
Examples include:
o Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs
o Upstream Flow Optimization (UFO)
o Consignment models
o Quick ship or accelerated supply flows from suppliers

Supplier Performance & KPIs
• Own and manage supplier performance scorecards for upstream planning metrics.
• Drive improvement in key upstream KPIs, such as:
o Supplier On-Time Delivery (S OTD)
o Unconfirmed Backorders (UBOL)
o PO Confirmation performance
o ASN compliance
o Forecast acknowledgments and commitments

Escalation & Risk Mitigation (Upstream-Focused)
• Ensure compliance to and enhance upstream supplier escalation process for North America.
• In severe shortage scenarios, coordinate with plant upstream planners to establish task forces and protect customer supply.
• Proactively identify upstream risks and implement mitigation strategies before they affect plant operations.

Cross-Functional Upstream Collaboration
• Serve as the central connector between Upstream Planning, Procurement, and plant-level material planning teams.
• Regularly engage senior leadership with updates on supplier constraints, upstream risks, and performance trends.

Who will you report to?
• Senior Upstream Planning Manager

What qualifications will make you successful for this role?

Education
• Bachelor's Degree required

Languages
• Fluent in English
• Spanish proficiency is a strong asset

Experience
• 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain Planning or related functions such as Supplier Management, SIOP, S&OP, Integrated Business Planning, Demand Planning, Procurement, Operations, Inventory Management, or Capacity Management.

Skills & Competencies
• Proven ability to solve complex problems and manage large-scale projects.
• Experience working in cross-functional teams with a global mindset.
• Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills.
• Resilient, adaptable, and capable of driving meaningful change.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities.
• Confident decision-making in dynamic or ambiguous environments.
• Ability to collaborate across multiple business functions and engage senior leadership effectively.

Bring your planning expertise to a role where you'll truly make an impact-apply today!

For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 117,600 - USD 176,400 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 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.

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We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.

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€40 billion global revenue
+9% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries

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