EMS Service supply planner

Atlas Copco Group; Clevedon; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Edwards Ltd, part of the Atlas Copco Group, is seeking a Global EMS Service Supply Planner to balance supply and demand across a global service network. You will optimize inventory, support freight decisions, and mitigate supply risks, collaborating with Product Companies, DCs, and cross‑functional teams to ensure consistent spare parts availability and service delivery worldwide.

The role emphasizes data-driven planning, process improvement, and proactive stakeholder communication to sustain

Qualifications

• 3–5 years planning experience in global manufacturing or supply chain
• Advanced data analytics capabilities with strong numeric acumen
• Proficiency with MS Office, especially Excel for data manipulation
• SAP ERP experience to support procurement, inventory and planning
• Strong written and spoken English for international collaboration

Responsibilities

• Plan and size inventory across global hubs and distribution centers to meet service levels
• Support freight mode reviews to balance cost and delivery performance
• Monitor supply deviations and implement corrective actions
• Coordinate allocation of scarce supplies across hubs during constraints
• Identify process improvements in planning and forecasting and support project workstreams
• Analyze inventory positions across Global Distribution Centers to prevent imbalances
• Participate in routine supply review meetings and report constraints and KPIs
• Identify and resolve planning exceptions and maintain data accuracy

Skills

Data analytics

Excel

English communication

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree

Postgraduate qualifications in SCM

Tools

SAP ERP

Power BI

Python

Job description

Join Edwards Ltd as a Global EMS Service Supply Planner and play a critical role in supportingour global service supply chain network within the Semiconductor Service Division. This position demands a strategic approach to balancing supply and demand, optimizing inventory levels, and mitigating supply risks to consistently meet service delivery expectations. Collaborating extensively with Product Companies, Distribution Centers, and various global teams, you will drive operational excellence and enhance customer satisfaction by ensuring the smooth flow of spare parts and service materials worldwide.

Key Responsibilities:

• Planning & Inventory Sizing: Support and coordinateinventory planning activities, facilitating the re-profiling and allocation of stock across global hubs and distribution centers. Strive to achieve optimal product availability aligned with service level targets, working closely with product manufacturers and supply sites to mitigate impacts without compromising service commitments.
• Freight & Logistics Optimization: Support freight mode reviews andidentifying opportunities to streamline flows and reduce costs while preserving service quality. Collaborate with logistics teams to select transportation options that strategically balance cost efficiency and delivery performance.
• Supply Deviation Management: Vigilantly monitor the supply chain for deviations including emergency changes, supply interruptions, and unexpected demand shifts. Employ data-driven analysis using inventory metrics, demand trends, and lead time information to diagnose root causes and implement timely, effective corrective actions. Proactively elevate critical issues to leadership to safeguard business continuity.
• Supply Allocation Management: Coordinate allocation of limited supplies across product companies and global hubs during constraints, ensuring equitable distribution to maximize service performance globally. Facilitate transparent decision-making with stakeholders to align priorities and resource availability.
• Process Improvement & Project Support: Partner with Service Operations and cross-functional teams to identify process improvements within supply planning and forecasting. Support project workstreams aimed at refining planning methodologies and enhancing forecasting accuracy to meet evolving business needs.
• Inventory Monitoring & Control: Analyze inventory positions across Global Distribution Centers regularly to prevent stock imbalances. Collaborate with regional supply chain managers to align inventory ownership, set appropriate targets, and support net working capital optimization.
• Supply Review & Stakeholder Coordination: Participate actively in routine supply review meetings alongside hubs and product companies. Track and report on supply constraints, performance metrics, and follow-up actions to maintain transparency and drive continuous improvements.
• KPI Reporting & Performance Tracking: Develop and disseminate regular KPI reports reflecting supply chain performance metrics. Analyze data to uncover risks or improvement opportunities and present actionable insights to the EMS Planning Lead and relevant teams.
• Planning Data & Exception Management: Identify and resolve planning exceptions or unplanned issues related to spare parts within your scope. Maintain high data accuracy and completeness to facilitate seamless supply execution across the network.

Preferred Knowledge & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required; postgraduate qualifications in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related fields are advantageous.
• 3 to 5 years of demonstrated planning experience within a global manufacturing or supply chain environment, with thorough understanding of logistics and supply chain complexities.
• Advanced data analytics capabilities with a strong numeric acumen to interpret and act upon supply chain data effectively.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite with exceptional skills in Excel for complex data manipulation and reporting.
• Hands-on experience with SAP ERP systems to support procurement, inventory, and supply chain planning activities.
• Strong command of written and spoken English to communicate effectively across international teams.
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally as required to support global operations.
• Experience with Power BI and Python programming is highly preferred but not mandatory, offering an edge in data visualization and process automation.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to lead meetings, present reports, and collaborate across diverse teams effectively.
• Ability to work independently, managing multiple priorities and tasks with minimal supervision.
• Adaptability and eagerness to embrace new technologies and methodologies to continuously enhance supply chain performance.
• Demonstrated motivation to drive continuous improvement and innovation within supply chain operations.
• Strong organizational skills ensuring timely response to internal customer requests and delivery of high-quality outcomes.

Why Join Edwards Ltd?

Edwards Ltd fosters a collaborative and inclusive international environment anchored in innovation and operational excellence. As part of the Vacuum Technique business area, you will be empowered to influence supply chain performance on a global scale. Become part of a talented, dedicated team and benefit from leadership committed to continuous professional growth. This role offers a significant platform for career advancement in supply chain leadership, engaging in transformative projects and driving impactful change within a dynamic global market.

Behind every innovative solution, there are people working together to transform the future. With careers sparked by initiative and lifelong learning, we are uniting curious minds, and you could be one of them.

Information at a Glance

Edwards is a leader in the vacuum and abatement markets. The brand’s products are essential for industries such as semiconductor, power generation, chemical and food processing. Edwards believes in working with customers to set new standards and creating environments where innovation thrives. This trailblazer prides itself on making a difference in areas that are intrinsic to people’s everyday lives – from the medical care they receive to the coffee they drink. Wherever there is vacuum, Edwards can also be found, leading the way. Edwards is a brand within Atlas Copco Group.

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Posting End Date: 10/30/26 Legal Entity: Edwards Ltd