Lead Supply Chain Planner - 90158518 - Philadelphia

Your success is a train ride away! As we move America’s workforce toward the future, Amtrak connects businesses and communities across the country. We employ more than 20,000 diverse, energetic professionals in a variety of career fields throughout the United States. The safety of our passengers, our employees, the public and our operating environment is our priority, and the success of our railroad is due to our employees. Are you ready to join our team? Our values of ‘Do the Right Thing, Excel Together and Put Customers First’ are at the heart of what matters most to us, and our Core Capabilities, ‘Building Trust, Accountability, Effective Communication, Customer Focus, and Proactive Safety & Security’ are what every employee needs to know and do to be most impactful at Amtrak. By living the Amtrak values, focusing on our capabilities, and actively embracing and fostering diverse ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives, together we will honor our past and make Amtrak a company of the future. Job Summary The Lead Supply Chain Planner is a key member of Amtrak’s Supply Chain organization. This role ensures that supply meets customer demand by maintaining optimal inventory levels, developing and implementing contingency plans, and analyzing and resolving critical supply chain gaps. The planner is responsible for strategic supply planning initiatives focused on inventory optimization, including improving fill rates and inventory turns. This position collaborates with production, procurement, and upstream suppliers to reduce costs and achieve optimal inventory levels. The Lead Supply Chain Planner also conducts root cause analysis, identifies process gaps, and drives performance improvements. Essential Functions Inventory Planning Leadership : Manage centralized inventory planning functions to align with Amtrak’s operational and financial objectives. Program Implementation : Develop and implement inventory planning programs, policies, and procedures to improve material availability and minimize corporate cash investments in inventory and related assets. SAP & Field Support : Lead support efforts for SAP users and provide assistance to field employees to ensure customer satisfaction. Data Analysis & Performance Monitoring : Use SAP, Excel, and Access to conduct root cause analysis, identify gaps, and monitor inventory performance metrics. Drive improvements in inventory turns and Fill Rate through process enhancements. Training & Development : Lead training initiatives related to SAP and other supply chain topics. Continuous Improvement : Identify opportunities for innovation and implement best practices to enhance inventory planning and overall supply chain performance. KPI Development & Monitoring : Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for inventory accuracy, service levels, and financial targets to ensure alignment with organizational goals. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong interpersonal, leadership, problem-solving, and presentation skills. Proven experience in safety stock analysis and min/max planning. Experience working in a matrixed environment and promoting workplace safety. Ability to manage multiple inventory planning activities simultaneously, with a hands-on approach. Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills to identify trends, analyze results, and make recommendations. Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with peers, team members, and stakeholders. In-depth knowledge of inventory management systems and processes. Commitment to continuous improvement and strategic alignment with Amtrak’s long-term goals Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in a Supply Chain, Business, or related field required OR equivalent combination of training, education and relevant experience in purchase or materials planning or related fields may be considered in lieu of a degree. 6+ years of relevant experience required with a degree Prior satisfactory job performance. Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, particularly SAP Expert in Microsoft Excel (IF-Then, VLOOKUP, Pivot tables, etc.) Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Access, and Project Preferred Qualifications Master’s Degree in a Supply Chain, Business, or related field required OR equivalent combination of training, education and relevant experience in purchase or materials planning or related fields may be considered in lieu of a degree. 10+ years of relevant experience preferred without a degree. 8+ years of relevant experience required with a degree Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Certified Production and Inventory Management (CPIM), or other related supply chain certifications. Demonstrated potential to fill a supervisory role. Strong experience in data analytics, interpreting data, and executing process improvements based on data Expert knowledge of supply chain, inventory management, commodity management, and supplier management. Work Schedule 4 days in the office with 1 da...