Sr Planner

Role Purpose

Focused on customer order management, this hybrid role encompasses Product and Process Engineering as well as Planning roles to facilitate the creation and release of new part numbers and/or quotations for non-released products. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring that products are available to meet customer demands while optimizing inventory levels and minimizing costs. It requires a blend of analytical skills, strategic planning, and collaboration with various departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Demand Forecasting: Analyze historical sales data and market trends to predict future product demand. This involves creating accurate demand forecasts that inform production and inventory decisions.
• Plant Planning Coordination: Collaborate with plant planning teams to develop schedules that align with customer orders and minimize production costs. This includes adjusting plans based on changing demand or supply chain disruptions.
• Inventory Management: Maintain optimal inventory levels by monitoring stock availability, ordering materials as needed, and conducting regular stock checks to prevent both stockouts and excess inventory.
• Logistics Coordination: Oversee the movement of goods throughout the supply chain, ensuring timely delivery from suppliers to production facilities and ultimately to customers. This includes managing relationships with logistics providers.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks in the supply chain, such as supplier delays or quality issues, and develop contingency plans to mitigate these risks.
• Supply Chain Processes and Operations Readiness for NPI: Ensure that supply chain processes and operations are prepared for New Product Introduction (NPI). This involves coordinating with various departments to align resources, timelines, and logistics to support the successful launch of new products.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements within the supply chain, focusing on efficiency gains and cost reductions. This may involve implementing new technologies or methodologies.
• Product and Process Engineering: Facilitate the creation and release of new part numbers and/or quotations for non-released products, ensuring that engineering processes are optimized and aligned with production goals.

Experiences/Education - Required

Education.

• Business/Engineering degree or related field

Work Experience

• Minimum of 3-5 years Procurement/Purchasing/Sourcing previous experience
• Engineering background in New Product and Processes introduction (NPI)
• Must have Skills and Competencies.
• 100% Bilingual
• Dynamic and highly proactive: The ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances and take initiative without waiting for direction. This trait is crucial for identifying and addressing potential issues before they escalate, ensuring smooth operations.
• NPI Experience: Experience with New Product Introduction (NPI) processes is vital for successfully bringing new products to market. This includes coordinating cross-functional teams, managing timelines, and ensuring that all aspects of the product launch are executed efficiently.
• Product Engineering background/Process engineering knowledge: Essential for understanding the technical aspects of product development and manufacturing processes. This knowledge ensures that the individual can effectively contribute to the creation and release of new products, as well as optimize existing processes.

Experiences/Education - Desired

• Collaborative/Team Player: Works well both as a team leader and as a team member. Fosters a collaborative environment by actively participating in team activities, sharing knowledge, and supporting colleagues to achieve common objectives.
• Customer services & Leadership skills: Demonstrates strong customer service skills and the ability to lead and inspire a team.
• Analytical team player with excellent problem-solving skills: Works effectively within a team, using analytical skills to identify and solve problems. Contributes to team success by providing thoughtful and well-reasoned solutions.