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Join Xylem in the global mission to #LetsSolveWater! As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

Xylem is a leading provider of innovative water treatment solutions, dedicated to improving water quality, sustainability, and environmental impact. We specialize in delivering cutting-edge technologies and services to municipal, industrial, and commercial clients, ensuring safe, clean water for a wide range of applications. We are committed to providing sustainable and effective water treatment solutions, and we are looking for a dynamic and experienced Supply Planning Manager to join our growing team.

Supply Planning

• Responsible to consolidate an 18m rolling Supply Plan & resulting Inventory / Backlog plan for the site.

• Represent the Supply Planning function in the AW SIOP process

• Identify constrains on critical resources (i.e. labor, materials, machines, etc) based on demonstrated achievements

• Propose gap mitigation alternatives when Supply cannot meet the unconstrained Demand

• Maintain list of assumptions

• Provide summary of sensitivities, vulnerabilities, opportunities to relevant KPIs

• Actively drive inventory optimization and achievement of inventory targets.

• Ensures consistency with XPS standards for Supply Planning

• Actively search for and implement new or more optimal processes to reduce cost, optimize service and inventory.

• Directly supervise a team of 2 Master Planners

Strategy

• Coordinate site Supply Planning strategic reviews including systems and related processes

• Benchmark Xylem against competitors on Operational KPIs

• Research market conditions and customer segmentation to support business case development

Project Management & Other functions

• Lead and/or participate in projects in supply chain, operations, inventory optimization and other relevant areas

• Crosstrain, Backup and temporarily replace members of the SIOP group as required

IMPACT

• Responsibility for site with annual COGS of $200M

• Working Capital: Continuous improvement of inventory of $58M

COMMUNICATION

• Effectively communicate with manufacturing sites, sourcing/procurement, sales, distribution centers and finance functions at all staff levels to ensure goal fulfillment for Xylem.

• Can lead and direct a change process and be eager to make a difference.

• In a professional way represent Xylem to external suppliers / customers.

INNOVATION/ KNOWLEDGE

• Actively search for new or more optimal processes to reduce cost, optimize service and inventory.

• Understand the supply chain planning industry trends and effectively communicate to drive change, input to strategy.

RISK

• Actively search information about potential inventory/supply issues.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

Internal: Product Management, Sales, Marketing, Operations, Finance, Procurement, Executive

External: Suppliers, Customers, Peer Companies, Consultants

REQUIRED SKILLS / EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong academic track record at university in related field (e.g. engineering, supply chain, finance)

• Minimum 5 years relevant supply chain experience for a Global international company

• APICS Certification (or comparable)

• Demonstrated Leadership & Strategic development

• Excellent English skills and other languages is a plus

• Knowledge and experience of lean manufacturing, CI, and/or six sigma tools & concepts

• Excellent analytical and presentation skills

• Highly proficient in Excel

• Ability to translate business and financial goals into action plans

• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels from manufacturing floor to Executive

• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work in a rapidly changing stressful environment

• Change agent and ability to think creatively and look forward

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Represent Xylem in a professional manner and maintain high personal integrity

• Comply with the Xylem Code of Conduct

• Ability to work independently and to travel occasionally

• Ability to focus, prioritize and deliver results quickly

• Advanced analytical skills and ability to present results in a clear and simple manner

• Can think out of the box and challenge a traditional mind-set

• Capable of working with multiple projects simultaneously

• Capable of working in a team environment involving multiple cultures

• Strong knowledge of Supply Chain concepts and their contribution to overall company targets

• Keeps updated on world current events (general, customer, competitors)

• Willing and flexible to accept new challenges

Salary range:

$93,900.00 - $169,000.00

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of diversity, equity and inclusion in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.

At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We embrace diversity and prioritize our employees' well-being through our DE&I initiatives and Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.

Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation