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Otis Elevator Co. · 1 week ago

Sr. Manager, Materials Planning and Purchasing

OT325: NSP - BLOOMFIELD, CT 212 WEST NEWBERRY RD, BLOOMFIELD, CT, 06002 USA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$137K/yr - $175K/yr

5+ years exp

Otis Elevator Co. is a global leader in elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service. They are seeking a Senior Manager, Materials Planning and Purchasing to lead the Materials Planners and Buyers teams for aftermarket service and modernization parts for their US and Canada business.

Building MaintenanceCommercialIndustrialMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingTransportation

No H1B

Responsibilities

Align customer goals and KPIs with their needs consistently

Develop a world-class regional strategy for materials planning and buying, including processes, knowledge, and technology

Manage Baxter Planning and their software (Prophet) to ensure planning services meet required KPIs and maintain expertise in Prophet and forecasting

Set parameters for Prophet input that align with strategic goals, manage exceptions, and achieve inventory reduction targets while ensuring top-tier delivery service levels

Collaborate cross-functionally and lead SIOP meetings to ensure accurate parts availability and placement every time

Manage a team of 7 buyers from a third part company GenPact

Monitor KPIs to ensure they’re being hit and strategically evaluate at least annually any changes needed to the KPIs

Provide training as needed

Ensure all lead times are updated in the ERP so our customers have visibility and accurate information

Ensure all orders are placed based on the recommendations from Prophet

Ensure 3rd party is following up on all suppliers lead time, non-delivery, and other issues

Collaborate cross-functionally on inventory reconciliation and supplier PO issues; serve as an expert on supplier and parts inquiries and status

Build a strong team with successors to focus on strategy and transformation alongside daily tasks

Partner on SIOP and other Part Value Stream transformation initiatives

Work with Supplier Quality to ensure the Supplier Performance scorecard meets needs and is fully utilized

Adjust existing resources to meet customer commitments, while owning supplier performance and collaborating with the commodity management team

Qualification

Materials PlanningSupply Chain ManagementForecastingERP SystemsSupplier NegotiationsEngineering DrawingsMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft TeamsTeam LeadershipPresentation SkillsCross-functional Collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or engineering; Master's in forecasting/planning preferred

5+ years leading teams including forecasting, planning, buyer teams or commodity management

5+ years in forecasting, planning, and supply chain required

2+ years in aftermarket service parts planning essential

Experience with elevators or escalators is preferred

Familiarity with products that involve a large number of part numbers or have an extensive aftermarket lifecycle

Familiarity with ERP systems like SDC, JDE, and older systems

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Forms, and Teams

Skilled in delivering presentations across all organizational levels

Expertise in supplier negotiations

Ability to read engineering drawings and elevator/escalator specifications is a plus

Capable of collaborating with cross-functional groups such as Field Operations, Sales, Engineering, and Supplier Quality to achieve business objectives

Strong team player and supporter

Ability to travel up to 25% within the country is required

Preferred

Master's in forecasting/planning preferred

Experience with elevators or escalators is preferred

Benefits

We offer a 401(k) plan with a generous company match and an automatic retirement contribution for your future financial security from day one of your employment, you and your eligible dependents will receive comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.

Enjoy three weeks of paid vacation, along with paid company holidays

We provide paid sick leave, employee assistance, and wellness incentive programs to support your well-being.

Life insurance and disability coverage to protect you and your family.

Voluntary benefits, including options for legal, pet, home, and auto insurance.

We offer generous birth/adoption and parental leave benefits, as well as adoption assistance, to support growing families.

Pursue your educational goals with our tuition reimbursement program.

Recognize and be recognized! We celebrate service anniversaries and offer spot performance bonus opportunities to show our appreciation.