Production Planner

Roles & Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

• Performs scheduling and work order management including material analysis for Production build schedule.
• Supports inventory analytics and optimization.
• Gathers and interprets relevant data (productivity, costs, supply patterns, etc.)
• Investigates problems, finds root causes, and develops solutions with minimal direction.
• Executes periodic performance reports and distributes them to stakeholders.
• Provides analytical support for projects, continuous improvement, and cost savings.
• Communicates fluidly in verbal and written forms to ensure cross functional stakeholders are informed of current and future planning activities.
• Collaborates with other supply chain functions and regional partners to share and develop best practices.
• Supports the development and implementation of analytical tools for reporting.
• Other duties as required.

Experience Required

Skills & Certifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Intermediate SAP with knowledge of MRP, master data processes and practices, work order management in accordance to production scheduling.
• Intermediate EXCEL, VBA, Application Programming Interface.
• Intermediate analytical methods, regression analysis, statistical methods, predictive analytics.
• Action oriented with continuous improvement focus and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interact with all levels of management and stakeholders.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment

Eligibilities & qualifications

Education/Training:

• Requires a BS in business administration, concentrated in the field of Operations and Supply Chain Management or Minimum 2-3 years Supply Chain or Operational experience with an emphasis on Production Planning/schedule and material optimization.
• Certification: CPIM or CSCP preferred