Supply Chain Planner

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries.  Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

What we offer you

• Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility
• Parental Leave

Job Summary:

The Supply Chain Planner will enhance the efficiency of material and product flow throughout the supply chain. This role focuses on meeting customer demands while minimizing costs and maintaining optimal inventory levels. Collaboration with production managers, procurement teams, logistics providers, and customer service representatives is essential to ensure seamless operations and effective supply chain management. 

What you will be doing

• Plan conduit locations using SAPEX stocking tools.
• Schedule production work centers to achieve stocking goals and maintain a COTD above 95%.
• Identify capacity constraints and collaborate with the manufacturing team to resolve issues.
• Attend daily conduit production meetings and weekly agent status meetings.
• Set daily and monthly production targets for each work center.
• Publish a daily scorecard for the conduit product line.
• Coordinate with subcontractors involved in the conduit product line and manage receiving tasks for these vendors.
• Review conduit customer orders, determining shipping points and delivery dates.
• Monitor inventory levels at all conduit stock locations and provide a shipping schedule for St. Augustine and Magnolia.
• Learn Master Data functions in SAPEX, including creating new parts and processing Engineering Change Requests.
• Maintain positive professional relationships with internal and external customers.
• Reconcile agent warehouse inventories as needed.
• Assist with annual physical inventories at the plant or other locations as directed.
• Perform additional duties as needed

What will make you successful?

Required Education/Experience:

• 3 years of relevant experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• Manufacturing experience is required, while materials experience is preferred. 

Preferred Skills/Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant course is desirable.
• Significant experience with MRP/ERP systems, especially SAP, is preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes and a solid grasp of supply chain concepts.
• Strong analytical skills are essential.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting safety rules, policies, and procedure manuals.
• Capable of writing routine reports and correspondence effectively.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently while exhibiting strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Capable of effectively presenting information to groups of customers or employees. 

Equal opportunities

Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.

As part of our recruitment process, we may use job‑related assessments in selected roles. These tools help us better understand work‑related strengths and support a fair and consistent hiring process. Any assessment results are reviewed together with your experience, qualifications, and interviews, and are never used as the sole basis for hiring decisions.

If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application, please contact Hydro Recruiting via email at recruiting.north.america@hydro.com