Production Planner responsible for creating and managing production schedules across daily, weekly, and yearly horizons to meet customer demand and maintain optimal inventory levels. Leverages Microsoft D365 ERP and advanced Excel skills to analyze capacity, identify constraints, and optimize planning. Works cross‑functionally to drive production efficiency and support service excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
Create and manage daily, weekly, and yearly production schedules to support customer demand
Understand manufacturing process on assigned lines to ensure schedule efficiency
Create and review capacity analysis to identify constraints or opportunities to optimize planning
Apply knowledge of ERP systems and Microsoft Excel for planning purposes
Maintain optimal inventory levels while supporting service excellence to customers
Interpret data to support decision‑making
Work through routine and non‑routine situations in a fast‑paced environment
Apply strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Act as a self‑starter and resourceful individual
Lead and influence cross‑functional teams; team player
Communicate effectively with senior‑level management
Handle ambiguity and make decisions on limited data
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or equivalent
2-5 years of experience in production planning and/or supply chain
2-5 years of experience in demand planning, supply chain planning, forecasting, business planning or related function
Experience with advanced planning system
Experience in business analytics and reporting tools
Experience and functionality within Excel
Ability to develop and recommend process, system improvements
APICs certification a plus
Preferred Skills:
Project leadership preferred
Operations experience preferred
