Material Planner Associate - Supply Chain & Manufacturing

Harley-Davidson Motor Company; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 56,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Harley-Davidson Motor Company is seeking an Associate Professional Supply Mgmt to support the Powertrain Operations facility on Pilgrim Road in Menomonee Falls, WI. The role focuses on material planning, supplier collaboration, and inventory management to ensure continuous production and on-time customer fulfillment.

You will monitor performance, resolve supply risks, and work with Manufacturing, Operations, Logistics, Engineering, and Suppliers to drive operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of related experience in supply chain
• Fundamental knowledge of SCM and purchasing functions
• Willingness to work effectively within a group/team

Responsibilities

• Supports planning and execution of material flow to ensure supply availability and production continuity.
• Monitors supplier delivery performance, identifies risks, and drives corrective actions to prevent disruptions.
• Executes supply chain processes including demand fulfillment, inventory management, material planning, supplier scheduling, and shortage management.
• Analyzes inventory, demand, and supplier performance data to identify opportunities for improved service and efficiency.
• Collaborates cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Logistics, Operations, Quality, and Engineering to resolve material and supply chain challenges.
• Utilizes standard supply chain processes and tools to solve operational issues and support production requirements.
• Supports change management activities including engineering changes, new product introductions, and supplier transitions.
• Proactively escalates supply risks and develops recovery plans to minimize impacts to production schedules and customer commitments.
• Drives continuous improvement initiatives focused on service levels, inventory health, material availability, and operational efficiency.
• Maintains accurate system data related to material planning, supplier schedules, inventory parameters, and supply chain performance metrics.
• Takes ownership of assigned responsibilities and contributes to achieving team and business performance goals.

Skills

Supply chain basics

Purchasing knowledge

Data analysis

Collaborative teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor's Degree Preferred

Supply Chain Management Degree/Certificate Preferred

Job description

Harley-Davidson Motor Company is seeking an Associate Professional Supply Mgmt to support the Powertrain Operations facility on Pilgrim Road in Menomonee Falls, WI. The role focuses on material planning, supplier collaboration, and inventory management to ensure continuous production and on-time customer fulfillment.

You will monitor performance, resolve supply risks, and work with Manufacturing, Operations, Logistics, Engineering, and Suppliers to drive operational excellence.