Planning Supervisor

Schneider Electric; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 102,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking a Planning Supervisor in Buffalo, NY to organize capacity and optimize internal material flows from receipt to delivery. You will own production control, define the Master Production Schedule, and provide lead times for major product lines, while ensuring safety and quality standards.

You will lead a planning team, drive SPS initiatives, and partner with procurement, production, and logistics to improve on-time delivery, reduce lead times, and enhance data accuracy

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required; MBA/CSCP preferred.
• 7+ years in supply chain, procurement, or production planning in manufacturing.
• 2+ years leading a planning or manufacturing team; matrix/global experience a plus.
• Strong ERP/MRP experience with SAP or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Organize flows to ensure on-time delivery of finished goods.
• Define and manage Master Production Schedule (MPS) and lead times.
• Own production control from job order to close, including inventory
• Adapt schedules for priorities, shortages, and downtime; provide updates.

Skills

Planning

Lead time planning

Capacity planning

Data analytics

ERP/MRP expertise

Excel & reporting

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Business Management, or related

MBA or equivalent; APICS/CSCP preferred

Tools

SAP IBP

MRP

APS systems

Job description

About the Role:

The Planning Supervisor is responsible for organizing and optimizing capacity and internal material flows from receipt to customer delivery. This role ensures efficient execution of production plans, maximizes service levels, and minimizes capital usage, while maintaining compliance with Schneider Electric’s quality, safety, and environmental standards.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Flow Management

• Organize flows to ensure timely delivery of finished goods.
• Optimize material usage and production scheduling to meet customer demand.
• Own production control from job order created to job closed including inventory control, material variances, and close out of production orders.
• Expedite critical material deliveries and elevate issues when necessary.

Planning & Scheduling

• Define and manage the Master Production Schedule (MPS).
• Provide updated lead times to the business on all major product lines.
• Maintain and update production plans to support procurement and delivery feasibility.

• Utilize Schneider Electric planning tools (e.g., SAP IBP, MRP, APS systems) to support real-time decision-making and analytics.

• Participate in S&OP processes and long-term planning
• Adjust schedules to accommodate priority changes, material shortages, or equipment downtime.

Performance & Reporting

• Monitor and improve site-level supply chain KPIs
• Manage data processing and reporting for internal and external stakeholders.
• Conduct ABC/FMR analysis and define lead times for large ETO projects using Gantt charts.

• Develop, coach, and mentor a planning team to support both operational excellence and long-term growth.

Continuous Improvement

• Actively contribute to Schneider Production System (SPS) initiatives.

• Drive continuous improvement in planning processes, focusing on lead-time reduction, ERP data accuracy, forecasting accuracy, and process automation.

• Collaborate with management to identify and implement improvement opportunities.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure adherence to safety, environmental, and quality regulations.
• Promote awareness of PPE usage, pedestrian safety, and company policies.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• OTDC – On-Time Delivery to Customer
• OTDP – On-Time Delivery to Plan
• LTO – Lead Time Offer Compliance
• Slow-Moving Inventory – Monitor and reduce slow-moving raw materials

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Business Management, or a related field.
• Advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) and APICS/CSCP certification preferred.

Experience

• 7+ years of supply chain, procurement, or production planning experience in a manufacturing or engineered-to-order environment.
• 2+ years leading a team
• Proven track record managing complex supply chains.
• Experience working within a matrixed, global organization is a strong plus—ideally within Schneider Electric or similar environment.

Skills & Competencies

• Deep understanding of planning, lead time constraints, and capacity planning.
• Strong ERP/MRP planning system expertise (SAP or equivalent).
• High proficiency in data analytics, reporting tools, and Excel.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and change management capabilities.

Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits- it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.

For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 101,600 - USD 152,400 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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