Strategic Demand & Capacity Planner

Schaeffler; Seguin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Schaeffler is seeking a Supply Chain Planner to stabilize production, plan launches and end-of-life stages, and ensure SAP inventory accuracy. You will collaborate across VRM, Sales, and Customer Service to optimize materials and production resources.

Role requires SAP experience (SD/PP/MM/WM), CAM/MES tools, and strong communication. Location-based full-time position with potential after-hours work in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Business, or related field, or 4+ years relevant experience.
• 3+ years of experience with SAP (planning, inventory controls).
• Experience in Supply Chain Management modules SD, PP, MM, WM.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• 2+ years of professional experience in relevant fields.
• Self-motivated and able to work under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Availability after hours and on weekends.
• Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Stabilize production demands for up to 2 years, coordinating with VRM, CDP Planners, Sales, and Customer Service Coordinators.
• Plan for New Product Launches, Model Rolls, Product End of Life stages, etc.
• Ensure inventory accuracy in SAP, manage COGI processes, and resolve blocked stock and inventory loss issues.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects.
• Provide backup/support for colleagues, including handling prototypes/sample orders.
• Collaborate with Production, Material Planning, and Customer Service teams.
• Maintain SAP Materials Masters and support BOM impact assessment for new productions.
• Optimize production planning to meet customer requirements using SAP, CAM, MES, etc. while maximizing plant and material resources.
• Manage supply shortages across all internal areas, providing data to support strategic decision-making regarding customer and plant costs.
• Monitor raw material levels to identify and contribute to cost related decisions.
• Analyze supply situations for each product line and product, including globally allocated materials.
• Track and improve production performance.

Skills

MS Office

Communication skills

Self-motivation

After-hours availability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics/Business

4+ years related experience

Tools

SAP

CAM

MES

Job description

Schaeffler is seeking a Supply Chain Planner to stabilize production, plan launches and end-of-life stages, and ensure SAP inventory accuracy. You will collaborate across VRM, Sales, and Customer Service to optimize materials and production resources.

Role requires SAP experience (SD/PP/MM/WM), CAM/MES tools, and strong communication. Location-based full-time position with potential after-hours work in a dynamic manufacturing environment.