Schneider Upstream Planning Role

Schneider Electric; Cavite City; On-site; PHP 500,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking an Upstream Planning Specialist to help ensure material availability and optimize flow across the supply chain. You will collaborate with suppliers, procurement, manufacturing, and logistics teams to drive operational excellence.

This role offers exposure to demand planning, inventory optimization, supplier performance, and data analytics within a dynamic, global environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in related field (Industrial Eng., SCM, or business).
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in supply chain, planning, logistics, or operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with good communication.
• Experience with planning systems/ERP or data analytics is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with suppliers, procurement, manufacturing and logistics to optimize material flow.
• Support demand and supply planning, inventory optimization and supplier performance.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and data-driven decisions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Stakeholder management

Collaboration

Planning systems

ERP systems

Data analytics

Education

Bachelors in Industrial Engineering

Bachelors in Supply Chain Management

Tools

ERP systems

Data analytics tools

Job description

Are you a driven supply chain professional looking to accelerate your career with a global leader in sustainability, innovation, and digital transformation?

Join Schneider Electric as an Upstream Planning Specialist and play a critical role in ensuring the availability of materials required to support world-class manufacturing operations. In this role, you will collaborate closely with suppliers, procurement teams, manufacturing, and logistics partners to optimize material flow, mitigate supply risks, and drive operational excellence across the supply chain.

You will gain valuable exposure to demand and supply planning, inventory optimization, supplier performance management, data analytics, and continuous improvement initiatives while contributing to meaningful projects that directly impact business performance.

This is an exciting opportunity for ambitious professionals looking to further develop their expertise in Supply Chain Planning, Operations, and End-to-End Supply Chain Management while working alongside industry-leading experts in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking innovative, analytical, and high-potential professionals who demonstrate strong learning agility, initiative, and a passion for solving complex supply chain challenges.

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 2 to 5 years of relevant experience in Supply Chain, Planning, Procurement, Logistics, Manufacturing, or Operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with planning systems, ERP platforms, or data analytics tools is an advantage.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and constantly evolving business environment.
• A proactive mindset with the confidence to challenge the status quo and drive improvements.
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills.
• Legal right to work in the Philippines without sponsorship.

Selection Process

Qualified candidates will be invited to participate in a one-day assessment and hiring event, where they will have the opportunity to:

• Meet business and supply chain leaders.
• Learn more about Schneider Electric and the Upstream Planning organization.
• Participate in a business case study and planning simulation.
• Deliver a short presentation showcasing their analytical and problem-solving approach.
• Engage in panel interviews and competency-based assessments.

This hiring event is designed to identify future supply chain leaders who can thrive in a collaborative, innovative, and customer-focused environment.