Upstream Planning Coordinator

This role supports Upstream Planning Managers by driving data analytics and performance tracking for critical suppliers.

On a day-to-day basis, you will analyze supplier performance, generate insights, and support decision-making to ensure supply continuity.
You will also participate in regular meetings with assigned critical suppliers to support short-, mid-, and long-term planning.

In addition, the role plays a key part in managing supplier relationships, addressing plant escalations, and contributing to both team-driven and cross-functional projects.

What will you do?
• Supports the development and formulation of long and mid-range planning, policies, programs and objectives related to materials planning management
• Works closely with procurement and the plant/operations teams to ensure the appropriate reorder process and timely delivery of materials are in place/contracted
• Collaborates with procurement to develop joint business plans for critical suppliers
• Vendor forecast accuracy; implement monthly process to track, monitor and improve monthly forecast with critical suppliers
• Leads continuous improvement initiatives that balance service, working capital, and costs.

Examples include but are not limited to: Vendor Managed Inventory
• Crisis Management/Escalations: assists with developing, driving, and managing supplier escalation process for NAM to drive stability
• Only in case of severe shortage impacting the entire region, work with the plant and task force to minimize customer impact
• Supplier Scorecards: Responsible for monitoring supplier performance and proactively identifying and mitigating risks
• Supports performance metrics and standards for all aspects of materials management and implements improvement initiatives

Who will you report to?
Sr Upstream Planning Manager

What qualifications will make you successful?
• Education: Bachelor's Degree required
• Language: Fluent in English.

Spanish is preferred.
• Experience: 3 Years of experience in Procurement, Operations or Supply Chain Functions (ex.

Logistics, Customer Service, Distribution, Project Management); Track record of solving problems and working on complex projects; Working in cross functional teams/roles.
• Strong working knowledge with Excel.

Key Skills
• Strategic thinking with the ability to translate business objectives into actionable plans
• Advanced stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to align diverse perspectives
• Resilience and adaptability in navigating complex challenges and changing environments
• Change management expertise, including driving transformation initiatives and delivering measurable results
• Strong communication skills (written, verbal, and interpersonal) to effectively engage internal and external stakeholders
• Decision-making agility, with the ability to assess situations quickly and act confidently under uncertainty
• Cross-functional collaboration skills
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