Mid Level Lead Planner Jobs
Mid level lead planner jobs go to professionals ready to own projects end to end, guide junior teammates, and drive planning decisions without close supervision. Openings run across Manufacturing, Technology & Software, and Electronics & Hardware, with 28% remote or hybrid availability, and employers like Hewlett Packard Enterprise | HPE, LANXESS, and Apple hiring at this level now.
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We're committed to bringing safety, quality, and customer focus to the business of advanced ceramics manufacturing.
Job Title
Supply Planner II
The Supply Planner II role is responsible for ensuring that manufacturing operations are aligned with forecasted demand and available capacity over a mid-term horizon, enabling efficient resource utilization, timely product delivery, and cost-effective operations.
Key Responsibilities
Supply Planning
- Analyze demand forecasts and historical data to develop mid-term supply and capacity plans using SAP IBP.
- Balance supply and demand across multiple production sites.
- Collaborate with procurement and logistics teams to ensure material availability.
- Support the SiOP (Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning) process with capacity insights and recommendations.
- Monitor inventory levels and adjust plans to avoid shortages or excess stock.
- Support short-term planning as needed: planning & scheduling of production orders, coordination with manufacturing floor to actively manage production schedule to meet customer orders, etc.
Capacity Planning
- Assess current and future manufacturing capacity based on demand forecasts.
- Create capacity plans that optimize labor, equipment, and material usage.
- Partner with operations to maintain current and accurate planning assumptions within the capacity model such as equipment availability, staffing, and cycle time.
- Identify bottlenecks and coordinate with plant engineering and product management to relieve.
- Analyze production data to estimate head count requirements and resource needs.
- Adjust plans in response to changes in demand, supply disruptions, or operational constraints.
Data Analysis & Reporting
- Support the development of formalized SiOP process analyzing near term and mid term operational requirements.
- Develop and maintain performance reports and dashboards (e.g., capacity utilization, inventory health).
- Reconcile variances between forecast and actual performance.
- Present insights and recommendations to stakeholders across operations, engineering, and finance.
- Utilize the SAP IBP Module to evaluate ‘what if’ scenarios to anticipate impact of planned and unplanned changes.
Cross-functional Collaboration
- Liaise with internal teams (e.g., production, engineering, sales) to align plans with business goals.
- Communicate forecasts and capacity plans clearly to stakeholders.
- Participate in product change planning and support new product introductions.
- Key participant in SiOP process development and enhancements.
- Maintain positive relationships by building trust and collaboration in the matrixed Business Unit environment.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (SAP PPDS & IBP experience preferred).
- Advanced Excel and data visualization tools (Power BI, Databricks experience preferred).
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and lead times.
- Experience in operating and managing S&OP processes.
- Experience with forecasting and capacity modeling.
Soft Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
- Detail-oriented and organized.
- Adaptable and proactive in a dynamic environment.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Business, Computer Science or related field.
- 3–5 years of experience in supply management, planning, scheduling, capacity planning, or other supply chain focus.
LI-MR1
Target Hiring Range
: USD 0.00 - USD 0.00
Actual compensation is commensurate with experience, skills and education. CoorsTek strives to give all qualified applicants equal opportunity and to make selection decisions on job related factors. Do not provide any information on the application which will indicate your race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law or regulation.
If you like working for a company that makes a real difference in the world, you'll enjoy your career with us!
It's exciting to work for a company that makes the world measurably better.
We're committed to bringing safety, quality, and customer focus to the business of advanced ceramics manufacturing.
Job Title
Supply Planner II
The Supply Planner II role is responsible for ensuring that manufacturing operations are aligned with forecasted demand and available capacity over a mid-term horizon, enabling efficient resource utilization, timely product delivery, and cost-effective operations.
Key Responsibilities
Supply Planning
- Analyze demand forecasts and historical data to develop mid-term supply and capacity plans using SAP IBP.
- Balance supply and demand across multiple production sites.
- Collaborate with procurement and logistics teams to ensure material availability.
- Support the SiOP (Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning) process with capacity insights and recommendations.
- Monitor inventory levels and adjust plans to avoid shortages or excess stock.
- Support short-term planning as needed: planning & scheduling of production orders, coordination with manufacturing floor to actively manage production schedule to meet customer orders, etc.
Capacity Planning
- Assess current and future manufacturing capacity based on demand forecasts.
- Create capacity plans that optimize labor, equipment, and material usage.
- Partner with operations to maintain current and accurate planning assumptions within the capacity model such as equipment availability, staffing, and cycle time.
- Identify bottlenecks and coordinate with plant engineering and product management to relieve.
- Analyze production data to estimate head count requirements and resource needs.
- Adjust plans in response to changes in demand, supply disruptions, or operational constraints.
Data Analysis & Reporting
- Support the development of formalized SiOP process analyzing near term and mid term operational requirements.
- Develop and maintain performance reports and dashboards (e.g., capacity utilization, inventory health).
- Reconcile variances between forecast and actual performance.
- Present insights and recommendations to stakeholders across operations, engineering, and finance.
- Utilize the SAP IBP Module to evaluate ‘what if’ scenarios to anticipate impact of planned and unplanned changes.
Cross-functional Collaboration
- Liaise with internal teams (e.g., production, engineering, sales) to align plans with business goals.
- Communicate forecasts and capacity plans clearly to stakeholders.
- Participate in product change planning and support new product introductions.
- Key participant in SiOP process development and enhancements.
- Maintain positive relationships by building trust and collaboration in the matrixed Business Unit environment.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (SAP PPDS & IBP experience preferred).
- Advanced Excel and data visualization tools (Power BI, Databricks experience preferred).
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and lead times.
- Experience in operating and managing S&OP processes.
- Experience with forecasting and capacity modeling.
Soft Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
- Detail-oriented and organized.
- Adaptable and proactive in a dynamic environment.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Business, Computer Science or related field.
- 3–5 years of experience in supply management, planning, scheduling, capacity planning, or other supply chain focus.
LI-MR1
Target Hiring Range
: USD 0.00 - USD 0.00
Actual compensation is commensurate with experience, skills and education. CoorsTek strives to give all qualified applicants equal opportunity and to make selection decisions on job related factors. Do not provide any information on the application which will indicate your race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law or regulation.
If you like working for a company that makes a real difference in the world, you'll enjoy your career with us!
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Mid Level Lead Planner Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level lead planner job?
Position yourself by highlighting projects you owned from kickoff through delivery, decisions you made without being directed, and any coordination you led across teams or stakeholders. Tailor your resume to show scope and accountability, not just tasks completed. Hiring managers at this level want to see that you can hold a plan together independently, so concrete outcomes and measurable results matter more than tenure alone.
Which companies hire mid level lead planners?
Companies hiring mid level lead planners right now include Hewlett Packard Enterprise | HPE, LANXESS, and Apple, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Mid-size and large organizations tend to be the most active at this level, particularly those scaling operations or running multi-workstream projects that need experienced planners who can work without constant oversight.
Are there remote mid level lead planner jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by industry and employer. About 28% of mid level lead planner openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting broader flexibility trends for roles where coordination happens largely through digital tools. On-site positions still exist, especially in manufacturing, construction, and logistics where planners work closely with physical operations.
How do I move up to a mid level lead planner role?
Moving into mid level comes from building a history of ownership, not just participation. Early in your career, focus on taking on progressively larger scopes, volunteering to coordinate across functions, and documenting the results your planning decisions produced. Demonstrating that you can manage ambiguity, communicate clearly with stakeholders, and keep projects on track without being micromanaged is what distinguishes a mid level candidate from a junior one.
Which industries hire the most mid level lead planners?
Mid Level lead planner roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Technology & Software, and Electronics & Hardware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to run complex, multi-phase projects or ongoing operational programs that require experienced planners who can take ownership of workstreams and keep cross-functional teams aligned without senior-level hand-holding at every step.