US - Supply Chain Planner / Buyer (Advanced)

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

US - Supply Chain Planner / Buyer (Advanced) (Contract)

Pittsburgh, PA, United States (On-site)

Contract (1 year)

Published 3 days ago

SAP - MM

inventory management

Job Summary

This advanced position serves as a critical link between supply chain planning and cross‑functional teams to ensure seamless material availability and optimal resource utilization. The role demands a strategic thinker who can balance production requirements with customer demand while maintaining rigorous inventory controls. Working in a dynamic environment, this professional will leverage deep materials management expertise to enhance operational efficiency, strengthen supplier partnerships, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. The position requires independent decision‑making capabilities and the ability to navigate complex procurement scenarios while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and organizational objectives.

Responsibilities

• Identify and lead projects and initiatives to increase operational efficiencies and develop detailed resolution plans to achieve customer delivery commitments and maintain inventory targets
• Develop alternative solutions for supply shortfalls impacting internal and external customers, ensuring root cause identification and corrective action implementation
• Independently handle complex procurement challenges using sound financial, operational, and business judgment in ambiguous environments
• Develop complex supply scenarios, manage order transitions, and conduct supply reviews to enhance performance
• Coordinate component forecasting and material ordering while maintaining strong supplier relationships
• Ensure effective communication and collaboration across various levels of the supply chain organization
• Support product lifecycle programs including launch, transfer, and divestment initiatives
• Execute change management activities following regulatory and local requirements
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners
• Maintain SAP planning parameters for assigned areas of responsibility
• Utilize effective delegation strategies to expand scope of influence

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

Experience

• 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

Qualifications

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

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a forward‑thinking organization where your expertise will directly impact operational success and customer satisfaction. You will work in an environment that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement while having the autonomy to drive meaningful change. The role offers the chance to work with cutting‑edge systems and processes while building valuable relationships across a diverse network of professionals in a growing industry.