Production Planner

Production Planner

This role is based at the facility in Phoenix/Casa Grande, AZ, and reports directly to the Senior Launch Program Manager, Material Planning. The Launch Material Planner will lead the coordination of new part introductions for launch and new programs, as well as engineering changes, serving as the primary interface between NPI program teams and the series material planning team. In this role, the Launch Material Planner will oversee the daily execution of supply planning and forecasting, while driving critical cross functional initiatives. The position requires close collaboration with Vehicle Program Management, Production Material Planners, and the Material Master team to ensure a smooth handover and a well-coordinated launch process for new parts and engineering changes. All activities will be executed in alignment with established timelines and in close coordination with stakeholders, Material Planning, and external suppliers.

Planning Launch phases with Vehicle Program Management, Chief Engineering and Supply chain to review suppliers lead times with Material planners. Provide runout reports and provide BOM effectivity dates to plan implementation of engineering changes. Analysis of BOMs/MBOMs and coordination with NPI to ensure accurate SAP information to drive proper demand. Coordinate track and report Launch processes for new models to ensure proper implementation based on milestones and aligned timelines for hardware and software. Work closely with the supplier base to ensure On-Time, In-Full (OTIF) performance. Create and align implementation timelines to review and report material readiness of new part numbers for upcoming programs/models. Closely works with MM (Material Master) to implement and update master data and SAP settings. Coordinate with Chief engineering, Supply Chain, NPI, PLM, GSM, Planning, Operations, as well as Finance, Packaging Engineers, Mfg. Engineers, Marketing, Service, Sales and Programs to communicate changes effectively throughout the business segment and operations. Drive timely and accurate project updates and Launch/new programs timelines, using expertise to solve potential issues or delays, through escalation process. Coordinate and track upcoming engineering changes for effective dates between internal stakeholders and Material planning team. Manage other projects or assignments as needed. Drive continuous improvements and optimization to meet KPI metrics.

Bachelor's Degree and 2-4 years of related experience in an automotive or manufacturing environment for Logistics, Material planning or supply chain, with a minimum of 2 years in project management role. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Strong MRP/ERP knowledge (manufacturing, BOM, Logistics) SAP knowledge preferred. Experience in Launch programs, New Product Introduction, Product Lifecycle Management and BOM and Supply Chain operations. Proficient in Excel, Microsoft Project, Jira, Smartsheet, 3DX and Microsoft Office. Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to evaluate and analyze data to present clear recommendations to leadership. Exceptional ability to interface and collaborate effectively with individuals, groups, and suppliers.