Planning Manager

Planning ManagerIt's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.The Planning Manager is the primary point of contact for the Planners in a Business Unit (BU). They have principal responsibility for overseeing the adherence to demand management processes, revenue commit alignment, and overall alignment of execution to the material plan. The BU Planning Manager works with the BU Supply Chain Director, in achieving Planning related deliverables, as per best practice(s) to achieve alignment to Creation performance objectives. Working closely with the Sr. Planners, they are accountable for material availability and costing to effectively meet both the customer's needs and our internal supply chain metrics. Success in the role includes a positive, proactive approach to daily work along with strong communication and organizational skills.DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES include, but not limited to:Integrate, manage, and optimize Demand Management and Planning Processes for the BU.Ensures compliance to Planning / SC (Supply Chain) related processes and policies in the BU.Responsible for Planner attainment on customer inventory level targets, turns, projections etc.Liaising with the Dir. of Program Management to align with the Program Management community on strategic material plans for customers such as Safety Stock, Consignment, MSA agreements etc.Provide training to Planning team as requiredReport & drive key performance metrics as requiredAddress and assist in resolution of MRB materialAct as the SME for Planning & demand management activities for the BU / Region as well as an active Planning participant on accounts as neededAnalyze and report on material availability, by project, including identification of last part in house dates.Determine and manage implementation dates, and material cost impact, associated with ECOs & material Use-UpManage End of Life programs for customer liability claims (Project Close Outs Program), make decisions on what to do with excess materials (sell to customer, brokers etc.)Perform and approve Supply Chain Quarterly Business Review (QBR) Slides and ensure proper reporting of data and trendsAccountable for communication of order commits, and order status, to the Program ManagementCommunicate changing needs or trends to the BU Ops as needed based on Supply Chain trendsResponsible for the customer forecast analysis, what if scenarios, planned forecast load and planned commit for revenueManage, and advise Planners on the Management of, NPI/LEAP ProgramsAssess and adjust workload and resources for the Planning group as needed to meet BU requirementsParticipate and advise on customer escalations, interventions and assist in crafting recovery plansAct as the Career Progression sign-off point of contact for the BU PlannersStand in for the Director of Supply Chain, as needed, in their absenceDrive adherence to the customer MSA's (E & O claims, inventory turns, PPV recoveries etc.)Other duties and responsibilities as assignedQUALIFICATIONS:Minimum of 5 years of planning experience within the electronics manufacturing industryMinimum 3 years of managing direct reportsBachelor's degree required with major in Industrial Engineering or LogisticsProficient English business communications skills, both written and verbal, including demonstrated customer communicationsProficiency in operating a computer including using a Windows based operating systems and related softwareIntermediate to advanced knowledge of MS Office including PowerPoint and Excel (v-lookups, data filters, pivot tables etc.)Proficient ERP system experience within a Supply Chain environment including planning, inventory control and purchasing, Oracle preferredLean Supply Chain experience would be beneficialAbility to define problems, collect data, analyze information, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variablesKinaxis / Rapid Response ExperienceSIOP Process Management ExperienceSKILLS REQUIRED:Ability to multitask & prioritize in a fast-paced manufacturing environmentOrganized, self-motivated team player, able to work well under pressureEffective communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with all levels of the organization as well as directly with key customer contactsExercises independent judgment to achieve objectivesSelf and Independent management of workload and business demandsIf you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!Creation Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.If you require any accommodations to complete the application process or need the job posting in an alternative format, please email View email address on click.appcast.io. You will be connected with our Talent Acquisition team.If you are contacted regarding the position, please inform our Talent Acquisition team of any accommodations you may need during the recruiting process. All information related to accommodation requests will be handled confidentially.Canada: Title for the position will be in accordance with applicable national and local laws.