Strategic Supply Chain Planner — SAP MM (On-Site Pittsburgh)

Bayer AG; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Bayer AG is seeking a Supply Chain Planner / Buyer for their Pittsburgh location. This advanced role is essential for linking supply chain planning with cross-functional teams. Candidates should possess over 10 years of experience, including 3+ years in product supply disciplines. Responsibilities include managing procurement challenges, ensuring material availability, and optimizing inventory. The position requires expertise in SAP and advanced materials management, offering a stimulating work environment focused on innovation and collaboration.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of total professional experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a Product Supply discipline including SCM, Manufacturing, Procurement, or Quality.
• Experience in the Life Science or FMCG industry required.

Responsibilities

• Identify and lead projects to increase operational efficiencies.
• Develop alternative solutions for supply shortfalls.
• Independently handle complex procurement challenges.
• Develop complex supply scenarios and manage order transitions.
• Coordinate component forecasting and material ordering.
• Ensure effective communication across various supply chain levels.
• Support product lifecycle programs.
• Execute change management activities.
• Build relationships with internal and external partners.
• Maintain SAP planning parameters.

Skills

Advanced materials management and supply chain planning expertise

Strong analytical and problem–solving capabilities

Excellent financial acumen and business judgment

Proficiency in SAP planning systems and parameters

Superior communication and interpersonal skills

Strategic thinking and scenario planning abilities

Change management and project management competencies

Relationship building and stakeholder management

Root cause analysis and corrective action implementation

Inventory optimization and demand forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business studies, computer science, industrial engineering, economics, or an equivalent qualification

Tools

SAP

Job description

Bayer AG is seeking a Supply Chain Planner / Buyer for their Pittsburgh location. This advanced role is essential for linking supply chain planning with cross-functional teams. Candidates should possess over 10 years of experience, including 3+ years in product supply disciplines. Responsibilities include managing procurement challenges, ensuring material availability, and optimizing inventory. The position requires expertise in SAP and advanced materials management, offering a stimulating work environment focused on innovation and collaboration.