Planner Buyer

Schneider Electric has an outstanding opportunity at the Lincoln NE plant for a passionate individual to assume the role of Buyer (Upstream Flow Controller).  You will be primarily accountable for managing supplier contacts, backlog replenishment, and ensuring a continuous flow of material into the Lincoln facility. 

Schneider Electric creates connected technologies that reshape industries, transform cities and
enrich lives. Our 135,000 employees thrive in more than 100 countries. From the simplest of
switches to complex operational systems, our technology, software and services improve the
way our customers manage and automate their operations. Help us deliver solutions that ensure
Life Is On everywhere, for everyone and at every moment.

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What do you get to do in this position? 

• Ensure continuous flow of incoming raw material, components, and sub-assemblies.
• Manage supplier contacts and networks through the purchasing database (Supply Side Platform Portal)
• Manage the replenishment backlog (creation and rescheduling of purchase orders)
• Coordinate Open Purchase Order Management and/or Order scheduling.
• Manage the upstream backorder portfolio, component shortages, and micromanage to insure the availability of material
• Monitor and improve the supplier’s performance through established KPIs. Work with suppliers on late orders, confirmation details, etc.
• Take daily action regarding material requirements planning (MRP) messages & escalate when issues are repeated
• Actively participate in continuous improvement and short interval management (SIM)

What qualifications will make you successful? 

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Operations or related degree is required.
• 3 years' experience in Purchasing/Supply Chain is preferred.
• Proficient in SAP or other ERP systems is preferred
• Proficient with using computers and advanced knowledge with applications (access, excel)
• Strong drive and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently, good time management, organizational skills
• Strong relationship and collaborative management skills.
• Strong negotiation skills are a plus.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Experience performing cost analysis, for example TCO (total cost of ownership).
• English language proficiency (reading, writing, oral) is required

What's in it for me?

Schneider Electric offers a robust benefits package to support our employees such as flexible work arrangements, paid family leave, 401(k) match, and more.

Who will you report to? 

Plant Manager 

Let us learn about you! Apply today.

We know skills and competencies show up in many ways and can be based on your life experience. If you do not necessarily meet all the requirements that are listed, we still encourage you to apply for the position.  

Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?

When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our  IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us.

IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.

We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.

Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today!

€36 billion global revenue
13% organic growth
150 000 employees in 100 countries
#1 on the Global 100 World’s most sustainable corporations

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