What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate, SC Supply Planning position at ams-OSRAM USA Inc.?
Sense the power of light
The ams OSRAM Group is a global leader in innovative light and sensor solutions. With more than 110 years of industry experience, we combine engineering excellence and global manufacturing with a passion for cutting-edge innovation enabling transformative advancements in the automotive, industrial, medical, and consumer industries. “Sense the power of light” – our success is based on the deep understanding of the potential of light and distinct portfolio of emitter and sensor technologies. Around 19,700 employees worldwide drive innovations alongside societal megatrends. Find out more about us on https://ams-osram.com
The ams OSRAM Opto Semiconductors business offers high-performance opto semiconductor components and in-depth support for state-of-the-art system solutions based on innovative semiconductor light sources. The Business Unit can look back on almost fifty years of production and development expertise.
Your new responsibilities
Summary
Supply Chain Planner professional with experience in production planning, inventory management, demand and supply planning, SAP system transactions, and cross-functional collaboration within manufacturing environments. Proven ability to develop production schedules, monitor KPIs, manage inventory movements, and support customer service activities while maintaining operational excellence. Strong background in coordinating with production, engineering, warehouse, and supply chain teams to improve efficiency, ensure material availability, and meet customer requirements. Recognized for strong analytical skills, attention to detail, problem-solving capabilities, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.
This role supports key areas within Exeter’s supply chain department/ production, with a primary focus on planning/scheduling and customer service.
Planning/Scheduling:
- Develop, and manage production floor schedules based on customer forecasts, inventory levels, yield performance, and overall capacity across various production departments
- Collaborate closely with the production and engineering teams to ensure alignment and smooth execution
- Monitor production attainment, inventory performance, and key planning KPIs to support operational decision-making
Customer Service:
- Serves as a key point of contact for internal and external customers, supporting effective communication and issue resolution
- Respond to inquiries and coordinate requests to support seamless interplant communication
- Demonstrates ability to manage competing priorities while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Collaborating with supply chain partners/customers
Additional Responsibilities:
- Supports warehouse and supply chain operations through process improvements and backup coverage where needed
- Work closely with Supply Chain Manager and assist in overseeing and managing various areas
- Managing various SAP tasks (i.e., sales order entry, inventory movements, materials management, and goods issues)
What we look for
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED. College education preferred.
- Knowledge in SAP system preferred
- Minimum of 2 - 5 years in manufacturing/planning or in a similar role
- Experience with production planning, forecasting, and capacity management
- Production attainment and KPI monitoring
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Problem-solving and root cause analysis
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Comfortable working under pressure
- Team-oriented and effective in a fast-paced environment
- Self-directed and capable of working independently