Planner

The Planner reports directly to the Procurement Director Springfield. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring proper planning, coordinating, and optimizing production schedules and supply chain activities to guarentee on-time delivery of products. This role manages demand forecasting, production planning, inventory control, and supplier coordination to balance customer demand with manufacturing capacity and material availability. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and experience with supply chain planning systems and cross-functional collaboration. DEDIENNE AEROSPACE: World leader for civil and defense aerospace tooling and ground support equipment generates value for its customers by offering world-class products and services, including design engineering, large manufacturing capacities, and worldwide after-sales services. DEDIENNE AEROSPACE has been chosen as a key partner by several leading OEMs in the aerospace industry. As we accelerate our development within the US market, we are looking for individuals who share our passion for excellence. key responsibilities Production Planning Develop and maintain production schedules based on demand forecasts, inventory levels, and manufacturing capacity. Coordinate with manufacturing teams to ensure production plans are executed efficiently. Adjust production schedules as needed to respond to demand changes, supply constraints, or operational issues. Supply Chain Coordination Collaborate with procurement and logistics team to ensure proper data in the ERP system, stock optimization and timely availability of raw materials and components for production. Monitor supplier delivery schedules and address potential delays or shortages. Maintain effective communication between procurement, manufacturing, logistics, and sales teams. Demand & Inventory Planning Analyze sales forecasts and historical demand data to plan production requirements. Monitor inventory levels and maintain optimal stock levels to prevent shortages or overstock. Support inventory control processes including cycle counts and inventory reconciliation. data analysis & reporting Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as inventory turnover, service levels, and production efficiency. Generate reports and planning metrics for management. Identify opportunities to improve supply chain efficiency and reduce costs. Identify bottlenecks in the production and supply chain processes. Recommend process improvements and implement best practices in planning and scheduling. Support supply chain optimization initiatives and system improvements. QUALIFICATIONS Education · Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field. experience 2–5 years of experience in production planning, supply chain planning, or operations. Experience working in manufacturing or distribution environments preferred. SKILLS Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar). Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, forecasting, data analysis). Excellent organizational and time-management abilities. Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills. COMPENSATION Competitive base salary plus bonuses Excellent benefits package TRAVEL Willingness and ability to travel up to 10% of the time. LOCATION This position is based on-site in Springfield, Ohio. #J-18808-Ljbffr