Supply Chain Planner

**We’re Victaulic **

With more than 5,500 employees and 55 international facilities, Victaulic helps customers since 1919 in over 120 countries succeed in the global construction industry. From the tallest buildings to the deepest mines, customers trust our products to increase overall system durability in the most demanding construction projects and operating conditions. Learn more about how our innovative piping products and design services can engineer confidence into your build by visiting our website.

**The Role**

As a **Supply Chain Planner,**you will manage intercompany supply and supplier portfolios to optimize inventory and service levels, drive cost savings, ensure timely deliveries, and lead improvement projects. You will also collaborate with Customer Care, Product Management, and Operations to support overall supply chain efficiency.

**What you will do**
- Manage intercompany supply and assigned suppliers to optimize inventory turns and maintain high customer service levels.
- Utilize MRP and replenishment methods to reduce obsolete inventory and ensure product availability.
- Maintain and update databases (MRP, safety stock, lead times) for smooth operations.
- Issues purchase/intercompany/manufacturing orders and oversee the full order administration process.
- Negotiate pricing with vendors to control costs and drive savings.
- Ensure timely deliveries, update forecasts, and communicate shipment changes to Sales.
- Resolve supplier issues related to delays, quantities, or invoicing; escalate when needed.
- Verify and approve invoices; maintain organized records and supplier data.
- Track and report supplier performance; manage day-to-day supplier relationships.
- Coordinate with global facilities on inventory planning for new products and changes.
- Lead or supports projects (e.g. supplier reviews, vendor evaluations, reporting tools, KPIs).
- Customer-focused and team-oriented with strong problem-solving skills. Support 3rd-party risk mitigation: perform annual risk analysis on distributors, conduct compliance due diligence on suppliers, vendors, and customers, monitor and report on activities, and assist in directed investigations.
- Proactively stay updated of evolving regulations, laws, and best practices relevant to Victaulic.
- Prepare and review government program requirements, including C-TPAT, ISA, and future FTZ opportunities, collaborating with product groups and suppliers to confirm HTSUS classifications and Country determinations.

**About You**
- Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, or equivalent through experience
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in Purchasing, Expediting, Material Control, or related fields
- Strong knowledge of materials planning processes and ERP systems
- CPIM certification preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Office; Access knowledge is a plus
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
- Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Comfortable interacting across all levels of management
- Willing to travel internationally on occasion

**What working at Victaulic offers**
- Attractive remuneration package - including a health insurance, pension plan, meal vouchers and eco vouchers.
- Personal growth - cultivate personal growth through a well-defined career path offering annual progression opportunities. Receive extensive training and guidance.
- We focus on well-being by creating a positive team atmosphere where working, learning and caring go hand in hand. We do this by facilitating the organizations of various teambuilding and afterwork activities.
- Inspiring global work environment: working with teams across the globe and collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds — both professionally and culturally.