Supply Chain Planner, Professional II

Zebra Technologies; Flowery Branch (GA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Learning and development programs

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Zebra Technologies is seeking a Supply Chain Planner II in Flowery Branch, GA to manage supply schedules and align inventory with customer demand. You will partner with demand, order management, and operations teams to review plans, resolve constraints, and keep deliveries on track.

The role emphasizes collaboration across regional stakeholders, continuous improvement, and on-time material availability, with standard 8-to-4 on-site hours and a focus on end-to-end planning excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in supply chain, business, or finance.
• Experience with Oracle and MS Excel is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support deployment of regional supply chain model.
• Develop supply schedules to maintain inventory for internal and external customers.
• Regularly review and adjust demand with stakeholders.
• Resolve issues and mitigate constraints in supply plan.
• Monitor open purchase orders to ensure on-time deliveries.
• Escalate shortages and assist resolution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on schedules.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Oracle

Job description

Overview:

At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring, we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customer's and partner's needs and solve their challenges.

Being part of Zebra Nation means you are seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our unique perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are part of a team pushing boundaries today to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve.

You'll have opportunities to learn and lead in a forward-thinking environment, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes you care about-locally and globally.

Come make an impact every day at Zebra.

What We're Looking For:

• Manages supply schedules to align inventory with customer demand.
• Collaborates with order management and demand teams to review and adjust plans.
• Resolves supply constraints and mitigates risks to ensure plan adherence.
• Manages open purchase orders to guarantee on-time deliveries.
• Purchases raw materials/tools for jobs to meet operational requirements.

The Supply Chain Planning team is responsible for securing materials used in Zebra's operations. Supply requirements are moderated by the team to ensure that inventory positions are appropriate to meet the demand requirements relative to forecasted levels, inventory on order and in transit from regional distribution centers, product life-cycle, quality and special customer requirements and/or projects. The team cooperates with are Global Demand Planners, Buyers, Operations, Order Management, Logistics, Finance, Helpdesk and Customer Experience Management teams. The Supply Chain Planner II has a key role in the team. Beside standard materials planning responsibilities, the person is expected to participate in continuous improvement activities of materials management processes and project management work.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support and actively participate in deployment of supply chain model within region.
• Plan and develop supply schedule to keep sufficient inventory positions to support material requirements of internal or external customers.
• Regularly review and adjust demand plan with internal stakeholders.
• Applies Zebra's procedures to resolve issues and mitigate constraints impacting supply plan including capacity, transportation, and order-management errors.
• Monitor open purchase orders to ensure on time deliveries; partner with Order Management to resolve any admin/order error(s).
• Escalate shortages within the broader supply chain organization and work to support resolution.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships and communications with key cross functional stakeholders to confirm production / shipping schedules.
• Perform ad-hoc analysis as needed.
• Participate in cross-functional projects as a representative of the supply chain function.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree.
• 2+ years of work experience- Business, Supply Chain, Finance or related field.

Preferred Requirements:

• International Supply Chain experience in service and/or manufacturing a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skill.
• Oracle knowledge a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel

On-site

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8AM - 4PM.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Zebra is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability and protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact us at [e-mail].

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation at [e-mail].

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Pay Range:

$61,040.00 - $91,560.00 Annual

Incentive Compensation:

In addition to base pay, Zebra offers this role the opportunity to earn a performance-based annual cash incentive, at a target equal to 5% of base pay, in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.

Zebra Total Rewards:

Zebra Total Rewards includes more than just pay and is structured to meet the needs of our changing global business and evolving talent. We are committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive - including healthcare, wellness, inclusion networks, and continued learning and development offerings. We offer community service days, in addition to the traditional insurances, compensation, parental leave, employee assistance program and paid time off offerings depending on the country where you work.

Salary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience.

Additionally, all Zebra roles are eligible for cash incentive programs. For example, sales roles have additional opportunity to earn substantial variable compensation tied to quota achievement. In most other roles, the Zebra annual cash incentive program links Company and individual performance together. Some roles may also be eligible for long-term incentive equity awards.

Benefits:

We understand the importance of work-life balance and wellbeing, which is why we offer flexibility for our teams including: hybrid work, adaptable hours, Summer Flex Fridays, Focus Fridays, and an annual companywide well-being day to promote revitalization and success.

AI Technology Statement:

Zebra Technologies leverages AI technology to evaluate job applications using objective, job-relevant criteria. This approach enhances efficiency and promotes fairness in the hiring process. However, every decision regarding interviews and hiring is made by our dedicated team, because we believe people make the best decisions about people. For more on how we use technology in hiring and how we process applicant data, see Zebra Privacy Policy.