Manager, Supply Planning & Purchasing

JOB DESCRIPTION

Employee: Manager, Supply Planning & Purchasing

FLSA Status: Exempt/Bonus Eligible

Reports To: VP of Operations

Department: Logistics

Position Summary

The Manager, Supply Planning & Purchasing is responsible for leading end-to-end production and materials planning to ensure alignment between demand, supply, and operational execution. This role drives the development of efficient production plans, ensures material availability, and optimizes inventory levels to support business objectives and customer requirements.

This position partners cross-functionally with Operations (local production and global production plants within Hansgrohe group), Customer Service, Sales, Product Management, Finance, and Engineering to enable seamless execution across the supply chain. The role also focuses on continuous improvement, system optimization, and vendor performance to support scalable and efficient operations.

Key Responsibilities

Supply Chain Planning & Execution

• Lead and develop the production planning and scheduling function to ensure accurate and efficient execution
• Create and manage level-loaded production plans aligned with demand forecasts, capacity, and inventory targets
• Identify and resolve capacity constraints, bottlenecks, and material shortages in partnership with Production leadership
• Collaborate with Customer Service, Sales and senior leadership to prioritize production capacity for key business needs

Materials & Inventory Management

• Ensure availability of materials required to meet production schedules and customer demand
• Optimize inventory levels to balance service, cost, and working capital targets
• Manage supplier performance to meet on-time delivery (OTD), quality, and cost expectations
• Lead vendor negotiations to support cost efficiency and supply reliability

Systems, Data & Process Optimization

• Maintain and enhance SAP master data to ensure accuracy across planning, purchasing, and production processes
• Serve as SAP key user for materials management and planning functions
• Drive automation and process improvements to reduce manual planning activities
• Utilize data and reporting to support decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Customer Service, Sales, Product Management, Finance, and Engineering to align supply chain activities with business goals
• Support S&OP / planning alignment by ensuring production and material plans reflect business demand
• Act as a key liaison to ensure material flow supports customer expectations and service levels

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, coach, and develop the planning and scheduling team
• Foster a high-performance culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Support hiring, onboarding, and development of team members

Additional Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with ISO, SOX, and internal control requirements related to purchasing and inventory processes
• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture in alignment with OSHA and 5S standards
• Maintain effective relationships with vendors, contractors, and internal stakeholders
• Uphold Hansgrohe’s standards of professionalism, integrity, and collaboration
• Support additional operational initiatives and projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related field preferred
• 5+ years of experience in supply chain planning, production planning, or materials management
• Prior leadership experience within a manufacturing environment
• Strong SAP experience (Materials Management / Planning) required
• Proven ability to drive process improvements, manage suppliers, and optimize operations
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Why This Role Matters

This role plays a critical part in ensuring operational excellence by connecting demand planning, production execution, and supplier performance. Success in this position directly impacts service levels, cost efficiency, and overall customer satisfaction.