Manager, Supply Planning Job Listing at Nextracker in Oxnard, CA (Job ID NX-1078)

Description

Job Description:

The Manager, Supply Planning will be based in Fremont, CA. In this role, you will report to the Head of Supply Planning North America. The Manager, Supply Planning will bring in a blend of strategic leadership and tactical expertise to help build a world-class demand-driven supply chain. Additionally, we are looking for someone who has a deep understanding of the dynamics of complex projects, who understands the solar and/or steel industry, is a self-starter, and who can strategize effectively to stay several steps ahead of likely problems. You will be part of a fast-paced, collaborative team propagating renewable solar solutions in the region and around the world.

Here is a glimpse of what you'll do…

• Manage a team of Supply Planners, write SOPs/work instructions, and drive team excellence.
• Manage continuous improvement projects to drive cross-functional efficiencies with a global impact.
• Manage program planning activities for new US supplier ramp-up.
• Optimize supply plans while identifying and challenging demand signals to ensure a risk based, right sized, supply solution.
• Manage supplier allocations based on schedule, pricing, volume agreements, inventory levels.
• Analyze forecast and part-level demand to obtain adequate supply commitments and meet Sourcing minimum volume commitments.
• Perform analysis of planned, shipped, and delivered orders for regional projects, identify and resolve gaps.
• Provide early alerts to Delivery Managers for supplier gaps and work with vendor on recovery plan to de-risk project LD schedule.
• Drive supplier On-Time Shipment (OTS) in partnership with delivery managers for the region.
• Standardize supplier management practices and drive data visibility from PO to pick-up.
• Point person to coordinate engineering, sourcing, NPI and logistics on production issues.
• Host weekly supplier meetings for updates on PO status, raw-material, forecast, quality, procurement and logistics concerns.
• Participate in quarterly supplier QBRs and provide feedback for mutual success.
• Support testing and adoption of Anaplan to expedite planning system transformation.
• Ensure data integrity of supply chain planning data, and management of the data flow.

Here is some of what you'll need (required)…

• Bachelor's in Industrial Eng., Supply Chain, or Business Administration, Master's preferred.
• min. of 7 years' experience in Planning, Master Scheduling, Supply chain, or Manufacturing.
• Solar, Semiconductor or Steel manufacturing industry experience preferred. 
• Strong Planning, Forecasting, Project Management skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to synthesize information and present to leadership to support streamlined decision making
• Advanced user skills of planning software such as Anaplan and MS Excel required, Power BI preferred.
• Comfortable with figures and in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting large dataset.
• Ability to build, negotiate and sustain networking relationships.
• APICS certification preferred.
• Ability to work in fast pace and global start-up environment.

Nextracker offers a comprehensive benefits package. We provide health care coverage, dental and vision, 401(K) participation including company matching, company paid holidays with unlimited paid time off, generous discretionary company bonuses, life and disability protection and more. Employees in certain positions may be eligible for stock compensation. All plans are in accordance with relevant plan documents. For more information on Nextracker's benefits please view our company website at www.nextracker.com.

Pay is based on market location and may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education and other job-related reasons. The annual salary range for this position is $140,000 - $160,000

At Nextracker, we are leading in the energy transition, providing the most comprehensive portfolio of intelligent solar tracker and software solutions for solar power plants, as well as strategic services to capture the full value of solar power plants for our customers. Our talented worldwide teams are transforming PV plant performance every day with smart technology, data monitoring and analysis services.

For us at Nextracker, sustainability is not just a word. It's a core part of our business, values and our operations. Our sustainability efforts are based on five cornerstones: People, Community, Environment, Innovation, and Integrity. We are creative, collaborative and passionate problem-solvers from diverse backgrounds, driven by our shared mission to provide smart solar and software solutions for our customers and to mitigate climate change for future generations.

Nextracker is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.