Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from S&C Electric Company
Job overview
The Director-Planning (Global Supply Chain) at S&C Electric Company leads supply chain planning to ensure resilient, efficient, and cost-effective supply chain operations supporting the company's growth and customer service goals.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves leading and managing demand and supply planning teams, optimizing supply and inventory management, driving S&OP processes, collaborating cross-functionally, establishing KPIs, managing budgets, and fostering continuous improvement and team development.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers an estimated annual base salary range of $182,820 to $242,178.20, eligibility for an annual incentive plan, and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans with a 401(k) and ESOP, paid leave, and wellbeing resources.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in supply chain or related fields (Master's/MBA preferred), APICS or ASCM certification, over 10 years in supply chain or production planning with 7+ years in leadership, experience with ERP and APS systems, strong forecasting and planning skills, leadership, communication, and analytical abilities.
Career development
S&C offers robust talent-development programs and leadership involvement to support career advancement within a collaborative and inclusive environment.
Work environment and culture
S&C Electric fosters an inclusive, collaborative, and employee-owned culture emphasizing integrity, safety, quality, diversity, and continuous improvement.
Company information
S&C Electric Company is a 100% employee-owned leader in electrical industry innovation with over 100 years of history, focusing on advancing resilient and reliable power grids worldwide.
Team overview
The role is within the Production Operations/QA team responsible for quality products and continuous improvement impacting customers and the energy sector.
Job location and travel
The position is on-site at S&C's Chicago campus, with occasional domestic and international travel required.
Application process
Applicants are encouraged to apply directly to S&C Electric Company with no fixed deadline; accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.
Unique job features
This role uniquely combines strategic leadership in global supply chain planning with direct impact on transforming supply chain service levels and innovation in a 100% employee-owned company.
Company overview
S&C Electric Company specializes in the design and manufacture of switching and protection products for electric power transmission and distribution. Founded in 1911, the company has a rich history of innovation, including the development of the first liquid power fuse. S&C generates revenue through the sale of its advanced grid solutions, which include smart grid products, energy storage systems, and microgrid solutions. The company is known for its commitment to improving grid reliability and integrating renewable energy sources.
How to land this job
Position your resume to emphasize leadership in global supply chain planning, highlighting experience managing demand and supply planning teams and driving S&OP transformations.
Focus on showcasing your ability to develop and implement supply chain strategies that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance delivery performance, incorporating key skills like ERP and APS systems (SAP, Oracle, Kinaxis).
Apply through multiple platforms including S&C Electric Company's corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize application visibility and ensure your resume reaches the right recruiters.
Connect with professionals in the Supply and Logistics division at S&C Electric Company on LinkedIn, using ice breakers such as commenting on recent company innovations in grid resilience or asking about their experience with the S&OP transformation initiatives.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords from the job description like 'supply chain planning,' 'S&OP leadership,' 'inventory optimization,' 'demand forecasting,' and specific certifications such as CPIM or CSCP to pass automated screenings.
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