Product Line Planner

Requisition Number: 72012

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Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

ROLE PURPOSE:

The Product Line Planner ensures balancing of demand and supply planning for specific product lines, driving both short-term and long-term strategies to optimize delivery, agility, inventory and timely capital investment recommendations. The role collaborates across multiple functions including manufacturing, commercial, and product management teams to ensure accurate planning, timely execution, and alignment with business goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facilitate plant and regional reviews, ensuring supply and demand plans align with business goals and customer needs
• Lead the creation of supply plans for SIOP, ensuring alignment with manufacturing operations, supply chain and business objectives
• Perform scenario planning (iMAX) and quick-turnaround capacity modeling to address supply gaps and identify opportunities
• Analyze supply and demand gaps and communicate with stakeholders to ensure alignment with overall product strategy
• Lead accelerated recovery plans (aRPM) for associated product lines to aggressively recover lead times and meet customer needs.
• Track and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), identifying and escalating issues related to performance gaps
• Provide support for new product introductions and phase-outs, including the management of inventory, forecast, and supply/ramp plans.
• Collaborate with plant, global, and/or program teams to optimize capacity, ensure flexibility, and facilitate effective communication
• Represent manufacturing in forecast consensus meetings, balancing statistical forecasts with commercial insights to develop accurate MPS/MRP plans.
• Participate in Plan Supply Chain Staff ensuring alignment on production schedules and maintaining inventory targets, including prebuilds and stocking plans.
• Update stakeholders on demand/supply plans for associated product lines in S&OE meetings with updated skinny MRP summary.
• Manage inventory for associated product line including safety stocks, ARMOR suggestions, strategic stocking plans, or supporting inventory business objectives
• Represent all Supply Chain functions within Product Team structure to drive alignment between supply chain capabilities and business objectives
• Drive continuous improvement within our supply chain and contribute to any business-critical projects as needed.

EXPERIENCES/EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in supply chain, production planning, or demand planning
• Strong analytical skills with experience in demand forecasting, capacity planning, and scenario modeling.
• Familiarity with SAP or equivalent ERP systems and advanced supply chain planning tools
• Collaboration skills to engage with cross-functional teams and customers
• Presentation and excellent communication skills at different organizational levels
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and efficiency in production planning
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to anticipate potential supply chain issues and implement preventive actions
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and advanced reporting skills
• Preferred Requirements MBA or Master’s degree Professional certification in supply chain management, operations, or engineering (APICS, PMP, Six Sigma)