Senior Analyst, Planning

Based in West Hartford, CT, Triumph Systems, Electronics and Controls is a leading independent aerospace system supplier for the commercial and military helicopter and business jet markets and employs approximately 500 employees. The Company’s key products and services include electronic engine controls, fuel metering units, main fuel pumps and environmental control systems for both the OE and aftermarket/spares end markets.

Position

We are currently seeking a Production Planner in our West Hartford location to plan materials for specific production flow lines, in line with MRP system requirements, and to ensure appropriate and effective levels of available on-hand inventory. Reporting into the Planning Manager, this role is an integral part of a larger dedicated planning team where collaboration is required to ensure targets are met and procedures are always followed. The ideal candidate for this position thrives in a dynamic and challenging environment, ensures that this function is continuously improving, adds value to the organization, and collaborates with various Company disciplines to achieve on-time delivery and cost requirements.

Responsibilities

• Raise purchase requisitions and work orders from MRP system to ensure timely placement and delivery of components in line with production planning requirements.
• Process MRP exception messages to suit production planning requirements.
• Perform weekly cycle counts to attain 99% or greater accuracy.
• Implement and maintain Kanban processes.
• Collaborate with Business Development and Contracts to understand demand forecast drivers.
• Use and maintain MRP data as the primary planning system tool.
• Provide input in developing departmental strategies for inventory on existing items, new product introduction and phase outs.
• Perform related inventory transactions into the ERP system.
• Create statistical reports requiring:
  
  

oGathering, analyzing, and validating data.

oSharing data with relevant departments and external suppliers.

• Work with demand and forecasting, incorporating current and accurate information. Provide Supply Chain with appropriate information to allow Purchasing to meet demand.
• Execute with excellence around stock and demand replenishment providing feedback to the supply chain on risks regarding replenishment levels and demand.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Business, Materials Management, Supply Chain, Technical, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 1 years of directly related experience in a planning/scheduling role within a manufacturing electronics environment.
• MRP Experience a MUST.
• Intermediate level of Microsoft Office competencies.
• Experience in statistical reporting, forecasting, and understanding of financial and operational impacts of forecasting.
• Knowledge of Supply Chain Process/Supplier Interface/Purchase Order Placement.
• Understanding of Business Terms and Conditions. Strong Business Writing and Communication Skills.
  
  

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Technical Aptitude/Experience
• Aerospace experience
• APICS certification
• Working knowledge of JD Edwards
  
  

Benefits

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage with plan options that provide flexibility and choice (including telehealth options)
• Healthcare spending accounts
• Paid parental leave
• Paid/flexible time off in addition to paid company holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Disability and life insurance
• Incentives and performance-based rewards
• Exciting growth and development opportunities empowered by our TRIUMPH Transformation and an entrepreneurial environment that encourages innovation and creativity
  
  

Work Environment And Physical Demands

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms: stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.