Planning Manager

Position Overview Planning Manager – First Quality Home Care Products, LLC (Salt Lake City, UT). Oversee plant‑level materials planning, production scheduling, inventory control, and finished goods deployment to meet operational targets and minimize waste. Responsibilities Lead plant material requirements planning (MRP) processes. Develop and manage production schedules to meet customer demand and capacity constraints. Validate minimum order quantities (MOQs) and production run rates. Coordinate cross‑functionally with operations, procurement, and distribution. Oversee inventory accuracy and control processes for raw materials and finished goods. Execute product lifecycle management (PLM) plan to ensure on‑time production for new item launches and reduce material obsolescence. Oversee material disposal process and approval. Communicate daily planning KPIs, analyze trends, and implement plans to improve efficiencies. Monitor and confirm production order variances. Manage material yield performance and waste reduction initiatives. Approve and oversee raw material disposal processes. Manage vendor defect returns and corrective actions. Lead and develop a team of salaried and hourly direct reports. Promote continuous improvement initiatives within materials and inventory functions. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, operations, business, or related field preferred. Equivalent combination of education and relevant manufacturing experience accepted. 5+ years of experience in manufacturing materials management, production control, or supply chain leadership. Sigma certification, APICS certification, and strong understanding of SAP systems and additional shipping platforms. Experience with inventory control, variance analysis, and waste reduction. Leadership experience managing cross‑functional teams. Strong skills in production planning and scheduling, inventory optimization, cost control, waste management, data analysis, SAP proficiency, leadership and team development, and cross‑functional collaboration. Work Environment Primarily office with frequent interaction with contractors and cross‑functional teams; schedule flexibility may be required based on project needs. Compensation & Benefits Competitive base salary and bonus opportunities. Paid time off (minimum three weeks). Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one. 401(k) with employer match. Paid parental leave. Child and family care assistance (dependent care FSA with employer match up to $2500). Tuition assistance. Wellness program with savings up to $4000 per year on insurance premiums. EEO Statement First Quality is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification, or protected Veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr