TACTICAL PLANNER 
LOCATION: Acuna / Coahuila (MX-COA), Mexico | BRAND: Bendix | REQUISITION ID: 11041 | JOB GRADE: 11  | ON-SITE/REMOTE: On-site 

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JOB DESCRIPTION:

Position Summary:

Tactical Planner is an entry-level, tactical role responsible for executing foundational

SAP transactions and clerical activities in support of Central Planner 2, Central Planner 3,

and Supplier Integrators. This position focuses on transactional accuracy, documentation

discipline, foundational SAP execution and maintenance, and report distribution. The role

does not include planning decisions, shortage management, or decision-making.

Essential Functions:

• Create, adjust, and maintain purchase orders for externally sourced components

• Update purchase orders with supplier-acknowledged ship dates and quantities

• Confirm purchase order pricing and quantities, support invoice matching

• Input and maintain customer and supplier order data within ERP systems

• Transmit releases to suppliers and track acknowledgements

• Assist in monitoring inventory levels and inventory accuracy for purchased

components

• Maintain material master, purchasing info records, and planning parameters as

directed

• Ensure FIFO compliance through data accuracy and transaction timing (no

physical handling)

• Track inbound shipments and verify receipt or non-receipt for purchased materials

• Communicate with freight carriers, customs brokers, and logistics partners as

needed

• Support expediting activities by tracking delivery risks and hot parts

• Maintain documentation related to compliance (packing slips)

• Refresh and distribute standard purchasing and inventory reports

• Document discrepancies, corrective actions, and transaction changes

• Maintain filing and audit documentation for orders and receipts

• Interface with Purchasing, Supplier Integration, Quality, and Finance teams

• Participate in cross-functional meetings to build supply chain knowledge

• Follow EHS and system governance requirements

Knowledge:

• SAP navigation and data entry; detail orientation; documentation discipline; basic

Excel/report refresh; clear written communication.

•Basic knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (SAP preferred).

•Understanding of data integrity and system alignments, supplier risk management,

escalation processes, and compliance frameworks.

Experience:

• 0–2 years in supply chain/operations (SAP exposure preferred).

Skills:

• Ability to establish credibility and trust.

• Ability to manage projects and assignments with little guidance.

• Basic interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.

• Possesses good analytical skills.

• Ability to influence and persuade to inspire action.

• Self-starter who is action oriented and possesses a strong sense of urgency.

• Capable of performing in a customer-focused, team-based matrix organization is

essential.

• Capable of successfully performing independently as well as in a team setting.

• Possesses advanced planning and organizational skills.

• Results oriented with demonstrated capability of meeting tight deadlines.

• Basic systems and data management skills required.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office products.

• Possesses the skills to extract data from system queries to create management reports.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in operations, Supply Chain Management, or Business

Administration preferred.

What does Bendix have to offer you?
- Work-life balance that includes Paid Vacation & Holiday Paid Time Off
- Vacation Premium
- Life insurance
- Christmas Bonus
- Educational assistance program
- Wellness program
- Saving Fund
- Pantry Vouchers
- Permits paid for: Marriage or Death of a direct relative
- Attendance Bonuses
- Cafeteria Subsidy
- Subsidy for prescription glasses
- Medical service in plant
- Recognition programs
- Gym