Supply Chain Team Lead - Planning

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Siemens Fort Worth is seeking a Supply Chain Lead with a strong focus on Demand Planning, Assembly & Production Planning, and SIOP execution . This role is critical to translating customer demand and forecasts into executable production and material plans that support on‑time delivery, optimized inventory, and operational excellence.

The ideal candidate is a strategic, data-driven leader who thrives at the intersection of forecasting, cross-functional alignment, and manufacturing execution . You will play a key role in aligning demand, operations capacity, and supplier readiness through effective planning processes.

You will make an impact by:

Demand Planning & Forecasting

• Own and continuously improve demand planning processes to translate sales forecasts and customer signals into actionable supply and production plans.
• Analyze historical demand, forecast accuracy, and market trends to improve forecast quality and reduce variability.
• Partner closely with Sales, Product Management, and Operations to align demand assumptions and planning horizons.
• Lead forecast reviews, identify gaps or risks, and proactively recommend mitigation actions.

• Drive assembly and production planning activities to ensure alignment with demand forecasts, capacity constraints, and inventory targets.
• Convert demand plans into feasible manufacturing schedules using MRP (SAP), balancing service, cost, and capacity.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams to support new product introductions, engineering changes, and ramp-ups.
• Optimize bill-of-material alignment, lead times, and lot-sizing strategies to support assembly efficiency.

• Lead or actively contribute to the SIOP process, ensuring strong alignment between Sales, Operations, Finance, and Supply Chain.
• Prepare and present demand, supply, and inventory scenarios with clear trade-offs and recommendations.
• Ensure execution of agreed SIOP plans and track performance against service, inventory, and cost targets.
• Identify constraints and risks across the supply chain and drive cross-functional resolution.

• Oversee material planning strategies to ensure timely availability of components while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory.
• Analyze demand signals, MRP outputs, and inventory positions to drive optimal safety stock and replenishment strategies.
• Partner with logistics and warehouse teams to improve inventory visibility and turnover.

• Ensure purchasing activities are aligned to demand, production, and inventory plans.
• Oversee the end-to-end purchasing process—from requisition through payment—ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.
• Promote disciplined execution of planning outputs through purchasing and supplier collaboration.

• Collaborate with strategic suppliers to align demand forecasts, capacity requirements, and lead times.
• Monitor supplier performance and proactively manage risks related to capacity, delivery, or quality.
• Support negotiations by providing data-backed demand projections and planning insights.

1. Data Analytics & Continuous Improvement

• Analyze planning KPIs such as forecast accuracy, service level, inventory turns, and schedule adherence.
• Develop and deliver clear, actionable reports and dashboards for leadership.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen planning maturity, reduce volatility, and improve execution.

• Ensure planning and purchasing processes comply with Siemens policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify demand and supply risks early and develop mitigation strategies to protect customer commitments.

You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• BS/BA in related discipline, or advanced degree
• 5-7 years of supply chain experience with MRP (SAP) system in manufacturing environment
• Experience with Excel and Microsoft Office
• excellent Analytical skills, data collection and analysis tools
• Working knowledge of data analysis and forecasting tools and ability to develop actionable insights from data
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with team members, customers and suppliers
• Negotiation skills
• Preferred Skills:
• APICS CSCP and/or CPIM
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship

About Siemens:

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers. Learn more about Siemens here .

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