Planning Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

Apply now: Planning Analyst , location is Onsite – Calhoun or Chatsworth, GA . The start date is ASAP for this 4–6 month contract with potential for full-time conversion position.

Job Title: Planning Analyst Location-Type: Calhoun or Chatsworth, GA Start Date Is: ASAP Duration: 4–6 month contract with potential for full-time conversion Compensation Range: $38–$41/hour W2 Benefits: Eligible for Health, Dental, Vision, 401K Must be authorized to work in the U.S. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Job Description:

• Support manufacturing operations by coordinating material and production requirements to meet production goals.
• Determine appropriate inventory quantities based on operational demand and forecasts.
• Plan and order materials needed to maintain continuous production; release orders, expedite materials, and modify requisitions as needed.
• Schedule and prioritize production orders based on customer requirements, specifications, inventory, and available capacity.
• Coordinate manufacturing orders that require processing or finishing at other facilities.
• Communicate with Manufacturing, Customer Service, Procurement, and other teams to ensure orders are completed on time.
• Monitor and report order status, inventory levels, material usage, and key performance measures.
• Identify and resolve planning, material, inventory, and scheduling issues while managing multiple deadlines and changing priorities.
• Maintain accurate reports and planning data using Excel and internal systems.

Requirements:

• High school diploma/GED with 3+ years of relevant experience; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Ideally 2+ years of production, materials, supply chain, inventory, or manufacturing planning experience.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, inventory management, and production scheduling.
• Experience prioritizing production needs based on forecasts, demand, inventory, capacity, and competing requirements.
• Basic to intermediate Microsoft Excel skills, including working with large datasets, formulas, sorting/filtering, and maintaining reports.
• Strong organizational, time-management, scheduling, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including professional email etiquette.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently while managing multiple deadlines and changing priorities.
• Associate's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related field is preferred.