Supervisor, Supplier Integration & Planning LOCATION: Huntington / Indiana (US-IN), United States | BRAND: Bendix | REQUISITION ID: 10401 | JOB GRADE: 17 | ON-SITE/REMOTE: On-site <img style="height:auto;width:100%" src="https://rmkcdn.successfactors.com/ed7b1383/6ae37234-beb1-4c31-94c3-8.png"> Want to help shape tomorrow? At Bendix, we set the standard with advanced dynamic solutions that drive improved commercial vehicle performance and safety. We’re part of the Knorr-Bremse Group, the global leader in braking technologies. As part of our team, you’ll collaborate with a world of talented and dedicated colleagues whose sense of purpose complements your own. You’ll find rewarding opportunities, diverse experiences, partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. JOB DESCRIPTION:Position Title: Supervisor, Supplier Integration & Planning Reports To: Manager, Supplier Integration & Planning Position Summary: This position provides leadership and direction to a multi-tiered planning and supplier integration team to ensure effective material flow, supplier performance, and adherence to organizational standards. This role is accountable for daily oversight of planning activities, supplier alignment, escalation management, and continuous improvement initiatives across planning and integration functions. In addition, the Supervisor will support strategic planning processes, manage governance requirements, and ensure seamless collaboration across operations, planning, purchasing, and supplier management. Essential Functions: <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;Times New Roman', serif">Lead and oversee the daily activities of Central Planners and Supplier Integrators, establishing clear performance goals, KPIs, expectations, and ensuring alignment with departmental and organizational objectives.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;Times New Roman', serif">Coach, develop, and support team members through regular feedback, training, performance evaluations, and succession planning activities.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;Times New Roman', serif">Coordinate and lead cross-functional task forces to manage high‑risk issues such as PAVE escalations, supplier constraints, and other critical operational challenges.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;Times New Roman', serif">Align planning and supplier integration processes with SIOP targets, long‑term business strategies, and organizational standards.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;Times New Roman', serif">Ensure compliance with QMPP, the Supplier Logistics Directive, and contractual Terms & Conditions while administering governance for supplier onboarding, capacity management, and lifecycle oversight.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;Times New Roman', serif">Support internal and external audits by maintaining accurate documentation, addressing findings, and driving corrective actions.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;Times New Roman', serif">Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance delivery performance, strengthen supplier performance, reduce supply chain risk, and improve process efficiency.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;Times New Roman', serif">Implement and maintain best practices for planning accuracy, supplier performance, and operational stability.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;Times New Roman', serif">Champion the use of SAP, BW, dashboards, and analytical tools to increase data visibility, planning accuracy, and decision-making effectiveness.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;Times New Roman', serif">Serve as the primary liaison between supply chain leadership, plant operations, purchasing, logistics, and quality teams, representing planning and supplier integration functions in leadership reviews and strategic meetings.</li> </ul> Knowledge: <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;Times New Roman', serif">Advanced understanding of supply chain management, planning processes, and material flow. </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;Times New Roman', serif">Strong leadership capabilities with experience in building, guiding, and developing teams. </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;Times New Roman', serif">Expertise in MRP/ERP systems, with SAP strongly preferred. </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;Times New Roman', serif">Knowledge of supplier risk management, escalation processes, and compliance frameworks. </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;Times New Roman', serif">Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.</li> </ul> Experience: <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;Times New Roman', serif">7+ years of experience in supply chain, planning, supplier integration, or related roles. </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;Times New Roman', serif">Proven experience leading cross‑functional teams and managing complex operational or supply chain projects with measurable outcome</li> </ul> Skills: <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;Times New Roman', serif">Ability to establish trust, credibility, and effective working relationships across internal and external departments.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;Times New Roman', serif">Ability to manage projects and assignments independently while ensuring timely and accurate completion.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;Times New Roman', serif">Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey information clearly.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;Times New Roman', serif">Demonstrated analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;Times New Roman', serif">Ability to influence and persuade stakeholders at multiple levels to drive actions and achieve outcomes.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;Times New Roman', serif">Self‑motivated and action‑oriented, with the ability to perform effectively in a fast‑paced, customer‑focused environment.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;Times New Roman', serif">Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a matrixed organizational structure.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;Times New Roman', serif">Advanced planning, organizational, and prioritization skills with strong attention to detail.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;Times New Roman', serif">Results‑oriented with the ability to meet tight deadlines and manage competing priorities.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;Times New Roman', serif">Strong systems aptitude with the ability to manage, analyze, and interpret data effectively.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;Times New Roman', serif">Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;Times New Roman', serif">Ability to extract, interpret, and analyze data from system queries to support reporting and decision‑making.</li> </ul> Education: <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;Times New Roman', serif">Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Operations, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;Times New Roman', serif">Equivalent combination of education and relevant industry experience may be considered.</li> </ul> Position Requirements: The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The anticipated salary range for candidates who will work in Huntington, IN is $97,500-146,300 per year. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, the type of years and experience within the industry and education. Bendix is a multi-state employer, and this pay scale may not reflect positions that work in other states or locations. Provided they meet all eligibility requirements under the applicable plan documents, employees (and their eligible dependents) will be eligible to enroll in group healthcare plans that offer medical, dental, vision, and basic life and disability insurance. Employees also will be able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Employees will also receive 120 hours of vacation leave and 40 hours of Personal Paid Absence every year. Employees will also enjoy 12 paid holidays, and 1 floating holiday throughout the calendar year, subject to relevant terms outlined in the employee handbook. 6 weeks of paid parental leave will also be available for use. Requirements for these benefits will be controlled by applicable plan documents and policies. Employees working on federal contracts covered by the Federal Paid Sick Leave requirements will be notified and will receive benefits consistent and compliant with the FPSL requirements. Hired applicant will be able to purchase company stock, subject to the relevant plan documents and annual bonuses based on achievement of certain metrics of up to 4% of annual salary. This is intended to provide a general description of benefits and other compensation and is not a substitute for applicable plan documents or company policies. Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis. Please note: At this time, we are not able to offer immigration sponsorship for new hires. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employment-based visa sponsorship. EOE-Disability/Veterans #LI-KD1 #LI-Onsite<div>Become part of our team!</div> <div> </div> <div>Join us in shaping the mobility of the future!</div> <div> </div> <div>We - that's around 32,000 employees worldwide. At over 100 locations in more than 30 countries, we are committed to progress on rail and road through technological excellence, sustainable management and social responsibility. Our most recent turnover was 7.8 billion euros. With us, you can expect an exciting and varied job in an international environment as well as an attractive package.</div>

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