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Strategic Planning Project Manager

Posted on Aug. 9, 2025

Cheektowaga, United States of America
115000.0 - 125000.0 USD (yearly)

Full Time

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

Essential Duties/Principal Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning and Project Management:

Alines projects with strategic goals: Defining project scope, setting clear objectives, and ensuring projects contribute to the company's long-term vision.
Developing and implementing inventory strategy around implementation of a formal cycle count program, PFEP, optimizing stock levels, minimizing holding costs, and ensuring product availability to meet customer demand.
Formal Management of inventory control systems: Overseeing the implementation and utilization of software for real-time tracking, stock reconciliation, and reporting.
Develop and provide key performance indicators (KPIs) to benchmark operations, identify risks, and highlight opportunities for improvement.

Prepare and analyze data for reviews, identify gaps, guide decision-making, and escalate issues for executive attention when necessary.
Team leadership and development: Leading and supporting production planning teams, setting goals, coaching, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Production Planning Management:

Own the Master Production Schedule that ensures effective utilization of resources and on-time delivery.
Create, manage and maintain an integrated schedule that satisfies customer demand while leveling work to manufacturing, optimizing inventory levels and resource utilization.
Lead Daily Production Meetings as a resource for viewing and properly reflecting updates to both the Production Schedule and open P.O. Report.
Manages the timeliness of MRP transactions (work orders) that allow for timely execution of manufacturing schedules throughout all manufacturing lines.
Interface with Customer Service, Planning & Purchasing to assure that products are being manufactured and shipped in support of customer requirements.
Work with Project Managers, Facilities, Engineering, and Operations to identify non-production-related Line requirements and schedules as appropriate.
Proactively communicate to management any changes to the schedule that will have a large impact on customer service levels.
Identify schedule risks, then develop and implement risk mitigation plans to provide assured supply confidence
Responsible for managing the production planners who:
- Plan, schedule and coordinate production of the company’s products.
- Evaluate raw materials and equipment to ensure everything is in place for production
- Schedule shifts and workers to provide proper coverage
- Watch costs to ensure the production process stays within budget
- Report on the production status and any production issues to upper management
- Handle production disruptions and productivity problems

Additional Responsibilities:

Ensures monthly metrics are calculated and reported accordingly.
Develop Ad hoc reporting as necessary

Participate in Xylem Watermark volunteer activities to contribute to community and environmental sustainability initiatives.

Key Skills and Competencies:

Strong analytical and organizational skills to manage complex data and translate insights into actions.
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities to align cross-functional teams.
Expertise in ERP/MRP systems, demand and supply planning, and inventory management.
Proven ability to lead continuous improvement initiatives and manage competing priorities effectively.
Technical proficiency in IT systems and tools to support distribution operations.

Minimum Qualifications: Education, Experience, Skills, Abilities, License/Certification:

Minimum 8 to 10 years’ experience in operations management, supply chain management planning, scheduling and/or forecasting
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Engineering, Business, or a related field
Advanced analytical skills and expert knowledge utilizing MS Excel, MS Access and BI tools
In-depth experience utilizing ERP, MRP / Kanban execution systems
Demonstrated leadership and management skills, including the ability to effectively coach, motivate, empower, develop and evaluate employees.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience utilizing Lean Manufacturing and Continuous improvement (CI) tools.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to effectively interact with all levels of external and internal customers.
Effective verbal/written communication and presentation skills.
Strong bias for action, and effective change agent.
Proficiency in managing and facilitating teams through problem solving and conflict resolutions.
Ability to successfully manage multiple priorities.
Experience in developing and deploying cross-functional processes
Ability to influence and manage in a matrix environment
Broad end-to-end supply chain and operations process knowledge
Persistence and focus to drive results and continuous improvement
Strong analytical, project management and leadership skills
Strong listening, communication (verbal and written) including with senior management

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working with SAP
Prior exposure to implementing ERP
Six Sigma Green Belt / Black Belt / Lead Master certifications
Operations certifications (APICS or ISM)
Project Management certifications (PMI)
S&OP/Forecasting/Demand Management certifications (IBF, S&OP Institute or Oliver Wight)

The estimated salary range for this position is $115,000 to $125,000 plus bonus. Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location, and is not typically at the top of the range. At Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package, including Medical, Dental, Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement.

Xylem does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

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Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.

At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.

Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation

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