Planner

The Materials Planner will direct materials planning for operations. This role uses data analytics and decision-making skills to work through MRP to ensure machine and purchase orders are processed to meet the MRP requirements to satisfy customer needs. The Planner will work closely with the Operations team to ensure we have materials available and a robust schedule to ship customer orders on time. This role encourages others to discover, develop and apply their talents enabling them to reach their full potential and actively engages in our Lean journey by building and acting on continuous improvement and development opportunities.
 
Responsibilities

• Analyze the master schedule & MRP requirements to determine target dates for receiving required materials
• Work to ensure there is plan to have all material available before assembly begins
• Utilize the ERP system to analyze stock, units on order, future requirements and other production related data
• Utilize the master schedule to level-load manufacturing
• Analyze and make decisions regarding MO and PO releases for materials
• Use data analytics and statistical modeling to determine adequate material stocking levels to support customer needs as well as cash objectives for the business.
• Collaborate with other departments to determine status of materials, expedite the flow of materials as needed, and work with engineering for material substitution as required.
• Review overdue orders, determine cause of delay, and initiate corrective action.
• Requisition materials and establish delivery dates according to job order priorities and material availability.
• Monitor project status reports and take necessary actions to maintain on-time performance of the master production schedule.
• Track root causes for on time delivery misses / stock-outs and suggest and implement appropriate corrective actions
• Review progress towards production plan and maintain production status updates.
• Act as a liaison between departments to coordinate workflow.
• Proactively work with Purchasing to improve quality and processes, and to reduce shortages and delays.
• May partner with suppliers to coordinate, expedite or change delivery schedules.
• Back-up other team members as required
• Coordinate with other team members to execute daily MRP tasks.
• Physically handle paperwork and parts as necessary on the production floor.
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Experience with ERP/MRP systems
• Proficient with MS Excel, including the use of formulas and conditional formatting
• Good math skills
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes
• Effective communication skills with internal & external customers
• Good analytical skills

Key Competencies

• Acting with Honor and Character: Integrity and Trust
• Understanding the Business: Technical Learning
• Making Complex Decisions: Decision Quality, Problem Solving
• Keeping on Point: Timely Decision Making, Priority Setting
• Getting Organized: Planning, Time Management
• Managing Work Processes: Process Management
• Focusing on the Bottom Line: Action Oriented, Perseverance, Drive for Results
• Caring about Others: Compassion
• Managing Diverse Relationships: Customer Focus, Peer Relationships
• Being Open and Receptive: Composure, Listening
• Demonstrating Personal Flexibility: Personal Learning