Supply Planning Manager

tti; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous 401(K) plan

Career growth opportunities

Paid time off

Job summary

Milwaukee Tool is seeking a Supply Planning Manager to lead a team of analysts and own end-to-end planning processes. You will drive KPI performance, collaborate across suppliers, distribution, and demand planning, and influence decisions with data-driven insights.

You will guide S&OP, support new product introductions, and push continuous improvements in automation and data accuracy. A fast-paced, ownership-driven environment awaits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in supply planning or related supply chain roles.
• At least 2 years in a leadership capacity.
• Proven experience with supply chain planning tools, software, and ERP systems (Oracle preferred).
• Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and drive decisions without direct authority.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.
• Demonstrates ownership, urgency, accountability, and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of Supply Planning Analysts, setting expectations and developing capabilities.
• Own and scale supply planning processes and systems (Oracle ERP).
• Anticipate and prioritize partner needs, solving issues proactively.
• Drive performance against key supply chain KPIs and align with business goals.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with suppliers, distribution, and operations.
• Lead monthly S&OP reporting and present risks and trade-offs to leadership.
• Drive continuous improvement across planning, including automation and inventory optimization.
• Balance short-term execution with long-term strategic initiatives.
• Support new product introductions and end-of-life planning with robust analysis.
• Act as SME in supply planning tools and processes to elevate team capabilities.

Skills

Leadership

Supply planning

Data-driven

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

Oracle ERP

ERP systems

Job description

Job Description

At Milwaukee Tool, we don't just design tools-we create solutions that redefine industry standards. Our relentless commitment to innovation drives everything we do. The Supply Planning Manager is a leadership position, combining strategic leadership with hands-on decision-making responsibilities.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of Supply Planning Analysts, providing guidance, coaching, and performance feedback. Set clear performance expectations, provide actionable feedback, and develop individual and team capabilities to meet evolving business needs.
• Own and scale supply planning processes and systems (Oracle ERP), driving consistency, data integrity, and team adoption.
• Anticipate and prioritize business partner needs, proactively solving issues before they escalate.
• Own and drive performance against key supply chain KPIs (e.g. fill rate, inventory turns, excess/obsolete inventory), ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with suppliers, distribution, demand planning, and operations to proactively identify and resolve constraints and risks.
• Lead monthly S&OP reporting and influence cross-functional and leadership decisions by presenting risks, trade-offs, and actional recommendations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across supply planning, including process automation, data accuracy, and inventory optimization.
• Prioritize team workload and resources to balance short-term execution with long-term strategic initiatives.
• Support new product introductions, product transitions, and end-of-life planning with robust supply and demand analysis.
• Act as subject matter expert in supply planning tools and processes, helping elevate team capabilities and system utilization.

Tools you’ll bring with you

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business or related field
• 5+ years of experience in supply planning or related supply chain roles with:
• At least 2 years in a leadership capacity
• Proven experience with Supply Chain planning tools, software, and ERP systems (Oracle preferred)
• Proven ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and drive decisions without direct authority
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment
• Demonstrates a high level of ownership, urgency, and accountability while fostering a collaborative, candid, and high-performance team environment
• A collaborative mindset, working closely with internal teams and global suppliers
• Passion for developing talent and fostering a collaborative team culture

Why Milwaukee Tool?

• A collaborative, high-energy work environment.
• Career growth opportunities with a company that invests in its people.
• Robust Health, Dental, and vision insurance plans
• Generous 401(K) savings plan
• And many more, check out our benefits site HERE .

Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.