Sr Planner - Indianola, PA

Sr Planner - Indianola, PA Purpose The Production Planner plays a critical role in ensuring products are manufactured efficiently, reliably, and on time. This position is responsible for translating demand into executable production plans by balancing capacity, materials, and resources across a dynamic manufacturing environment. Working closely with production, quality, engineering, logistics, and supply chain partners, the Production Planner drives schedule adherence, identifies risks and constraints, and uses data-driven insights to optimize performance, control costs, and support continuous improvement—ultimately enabling a resilient supply chain and consistent customer delivery. Responsibilities Identify projects and initiatives to increase efficiencies and drive resolution of detailed plans for the assigned planning area of responsibility, necessary to achieve customer delivery commitments and to maintain inventory targets, where applicable. Develop alternative solutions for the analysis of supply shortfalls impacting internal and/or external customer requirements and ensure root cause identification, corrective action determination and implementation. Handle complex planning problems independently, utilizing financial, operational and business judgment and the ability to adapt to ambiguous conditions. Responsible for and maintain SAP planning parameters for assigned area of responsibility. Utilize delegation to expand scope of influence. Qualifications BA/BS required in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Mathematics, Business, or Information Technology. 5+ years total experience, including a minimum of 3 years in a Product Supply discipline. Excellent presentation, training, and interpersonal skills. Ability to influence other members of the organization to help achieve goals and increase performance. Ability to build relationships and partnerships within the organization. Ability to manage high‑complexity projects with limited direction. Demonstrated problem solving abilities. Strong attention to detail. Proficient with Microsoft Office tools. Proficient in SAP across MM/PP/WM modules. Compensation & Benefits Employees can expect a salary between $84,000.00 and $126,000.00. Additional compensation may include a bonus or incentive compensation. Benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, and more. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Veterans. Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Bayer is also an E‑Verify Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr