Systems Engineer 1 - Sparts Planner

The Supply Chain Planner is responsible for developing and maintaining end-to-end supply plans that balance customer demand, inventory levels, production capacity, and material availability. The role coordinates with procurement, manufacturing, logistics, and customer-facing teams to ensure optimal service levels while driving inventory optimization and supply chain efficiency.

The individual will support business growth by proactively identifying supply risks, improving planning accuracy, and enabling timely decision-making across the supply chain network.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering preferred, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, or related discipline.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good understanding of supply chain planning concepts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Desired Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Excellent planning and forecasting capabilities.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes.
• Data analysis and reporting proficiency.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive cross-functional alignment.
• Risk identification and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Customer-focused and results-oriented approach.

Language Requirements

• Fluent in English, with strong verbal and written communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

Supply Planning & Demand Alignment

• Develop and maintain supply plans based on customer demand forecasts, production capacity, and inventory strategies.
• Analyze demand and supply requirements to identify potential gaps, constraints, and risks.
• Balance customer service requirements with inventory and operational objectives.
• Support demand fluctuations through scenario planning and mitigation strategies.
• Review and update planning assumptions, lead times, and planning parameters.

Inventory Management

• Monitor inventory levels across warehouses, distribution centers, and manufacturing locations.
• Support inventory optimization initiatives while maintaining desired service levels.
• Identify excess, obsolete, and slow-moving inventory risks and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure appropriate inventory positioning to support customer requirements.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with Procurement, Material Planning, Logistics, Manufacturing, Buyers  and Front Office teams.
• Coordinate with regional and global stakeholders to ensure alignment of supply plans.
• Participate in planning reviews and operational governance meetings.

Risk Management & Continuous Improvement

• Identify supply chain risks and develop recovery plans.
• Monitor supplier constraints, manufacturing bottlenecks, and logistics challenges that may impact business performance.
• Support process improvement and digital transformation initiatives.
• Drive standardization and best practices across planning processes.

Reporting & Analytics

• Track and analyze key supply chain performance indicators.
• Prepare reports and dashboards related to inventory, supply plans, service levels, and delivery performance.
• Provide data-driven recommendations to improve operational performance.
• Support monthly business reviews and planning cycles.