Supply Planner II

CoorsTek, Inc.; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

CoorsTek, Inc. in Oak Ridge, TN seeks a Supply Planner II to develop mid-term supply and capacity plans using SAP IBP, balance supply and demand across sites, and secure material availability through procurement collaboration.

The role emphasizes SiOP support, capacity optimization, data analysis, and cross-functional teamwork with engineering and finance. A bachelor’s in a related field and 3–5 years in supply planning are preferred; SAP IBP/PPDS, Excel, and Power BI skills are valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and 3–5 years in supply planning or similar roles.
• Proficiency with SAP IBP/PPDS and ERP/MRP systems.
• Strong Excel skills and data visualization to support SiOP.

Responsibilities

• Analyze demand forecasts and historical data to develop mid-term supply and capacity plans using SAP IBP.
• Balance supply and demand across production sites and ensure material availability.
• Collaborate with procurement and logistics to support SiOP with capacity insights.
• Monitor inventory and adjust plans to avoid shortages or excess stock.
• Support short-term planning: production orders, scheduling, and shop-floor coordination.
• Develop capacity plans optimizing labor, equipment, and material usage and identify bottlenecks.

Skills

ERP/MRP systems

SAP PPDS

IBP experience

AdvancedExcel

Power BI

Forecasting

Capacity modeling

Data visualization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Business, Computer Science or related field

Tools

Databricks

Job description

It's exciting to work for a company that makes the world measurably better.

We're committed to bringing safety, quality, and customer focus to the business of advanced ceramics manufacturing.

Job Title

Supply Planner II

Key Responsibilities

Supply Planning

• Analyze demand forecasts and historical data to develop mid-term supply and capacity plans using SAP IBP.
• Balance supply and demand across multiple production sites.
• Collaborate with procurement and logistics teams to ensure material availability.
• Support the SiOP (Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning) process with capacity insights and recommendations.
• Monitor inventory levels and adjust plans to avoid shortages or excess stock.
• Support short‑term planning as needed: planning & scheduling of production orders, coordination with manufacturing floor to actively manage production schedule to meet customer orders, etc.

Capacity Planning

• Assess current and future manufacturing capacity based on demand forecasts.
• Create capacity plans that optimize labor, equipment, and material usage.
• Partner with operations to maintain current and accurate planning assumptions within the capacity model such as equipment availability, staffing, and cycle time.
• Identify bottlenecks and coordinate with plant engineering and product management to relieve.
• Analyze production data to estimate head count requirements and resource needs.
• Adjust plans in response to changes in demand, supply disruptions, or operational constraints.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Support the development of formalized SiOP process analyzing near term and mid term operational requirements.
• Develop and maintain performance reports and dashboards (e.g., capacity utilization, inventory health).
• Reconcile variances between forecast and actual performance.
• Present insights and recommendations to stakeholders across operations, engineering, and finance.
• Utilize the SAP IBP Module to evaluate ‘what if’ scenarios to anticipate impact of planned and unplanned changes.

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Liaise with internal teams (e.g., production, engineering, sales) to align plans with business goals.
• Communicate forecasts and capacity plans clearly to stakeholders.
• Participate in product change planning and support new product introductions.
• Key participant in SiOP process development and enhancements.
• Maintain positive relationships by building trust and collaboration in the matrixed Business Unit environment.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (SAP PPDS & IBP experience preferred).
• Advanced Excel and data visualization tools (Power BI, Databricks experience preferred).
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and lead times.
• Experience in operating and managing S&OP processes.
• Experience with forecasting and capacity modeling.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Adaptable and proactive in a dynamic environment.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Business, Computer Science or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in supply management, planning, scheduling, capacity planning, or other supply chain focus.

Target Hiring Range

USD 0.00 - USD 0.00

Actual compensation is commensurate with experience, skills and education. CoorsTek strives to give all qualified applicants equal opportunity and to make selection decisions on job related factors. Do not provide any information on the application which will indicate your race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

If you like working for a company that makes a real difference in the world, you'll enjoy your career with us!