Sr. Production Planning Supervisor

TE Connectivity Corporation; Ciudad Juárez; On-site; MXN 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

TE Connectivity Corporation is seeking a Sr. Production Planning Supervisor in Ciudad Juárez, Mexico to oversee procurement, inventory control, planning, and material quality aspects of production.

You will monitor performance against goals and drive end-to-end supply chain improvements. The role requires 5+ years in planning leadership, SAP PP experience, and strong English proficiency, with a focus on demand planning, capacity planning, and ERP/MRP processes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain Planning, Production Planning, Master Scheduling, or related leadership roles.
• SAP Production Planning (PP) module experience required.
• Advanced English proficiency.
• Strong background in Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Capacity Planning, MPS, Inventory Management, and Material Planning.
• Solid understanding of ERP/MRP systems and planning processes.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Power BI skills.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Customer-focused mindset with the ability to balance customer expectations and business requirements.
• Lean Manufacturing knowledge (Scheduling Techniques, Pull Systems, Flow, Continuous Improvement) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze customer demand, sales forecasts, and historical usage to develop and execute production and material planning strategies.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to align production plans with customer demand while optimizing cost, service, and inventory levels.
• Lead the production scheduling process, balancing demand, capacity, inventory targets, and business priorities.
• Monitor demand versus capacity and develop mitigation plans for capacity constraints, material shortages, and demand fluctuations.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Operations, and Customer Service to ensure on-time delivery and resolve supply chain constraints.
• Drive planning strategies that support business objectives, customer service goals, and operational performance.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on planning effectiveness, forecast accuracy, inventory optimization, and schedule stability.
• Make data-driven decisions and lead problem-solving activities to address operational and customer challenges.
• Establish and monitor planning KPIs, performance expectations, and accountability standards.
• Develop recovery plans to minimize disruptions caused by shortages, capacity constraints, or customer escalations.

Skills

Kanban

Lean tools

Demand planning

Forecasting

Cross-functional leadership

Excel

Tools

SAP PP module

ERP/MRP systems

Power BI

Job description

Job Title: Sr. Production Planning Supervisor

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.

Job Description:

Job Overview

Monitors actual performance against goals and oversees the procurement, inventory control, planning, and quality control of production materials.

Job Requirements

• Coaching plant leadership to use Kanban & lean tools, leading and supporting supply chain improvement projects across teams.
• Identifying and investigating root causes to provide guidance and future actions and strategy, and implementing inventory plans to meet business objectives.
• Collaborating with supply chain partners for end-to-end optimization and managing demand planning and forecasting.
• Managing and monitoring storage of purchased parts and finished goods and overseeing the inventory levels to meet business requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze customer demand, sales forecasts, and historical usage to develop and execute production and material planning strategies.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to align production plans with customer demand while optimizing cost, service, and inventory levels.
• Lead the production scheduling process, balancing demand, capacity, inventory targets, and business priorities.
• Monitor demand versus capacity and develop mitigation plans for capacity constraints, material shortages, and demand fluctuations.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Operations, and Customer Service to ensure on-time delivery and resolve supply chain constraints.
• Drive planning strategies that support business objectives, customer service goals, and operational performance.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on planning effectiveness, forecast accuracy, inventory optimization, and schedule stability.
• Make data-driven decisions and lead problem-solving activities to address operational and customer challenges.
• Establish and monitor planning KPIs, performance expectations, and accountability standards.
• Develop recovery plans to minimize disruptions caused by shortages, capacity constraints, or customer escalations.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Build, develop, and lead a high-performing planning team focused on engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Coach and mentor team members to strengthen technical, analytical, leadership, and communication skills.
• Drive talent development through succession planning, cross-training, and career growth initiatives.
• Promote a culture of customer focus, operational excellence, teamwork, and ownership.
• Ensure employees have clear objectives, development plans, and regular performance feedback.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain Planning, Production Planning, Master Scheduling, or related leadership roles.
• SAP Production Planning (PP) module experience required.
• Advanced English proficiency.
• Strong background in Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Capacity Planning, MPS, Inventory Management, and Material Planning.
• Solid understanding of ERP/MRP systems and planning processes.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Power BI skills.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Customer-focused mindset with the ability to balance customer expectations and business requirements.
• Lean Manufacturing knowledge (Scheduling Techniques, Pull Systems, Flow, Continuous Improvement) preferred.

Competencies

SET : Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)

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