The Production Planner is responsible for managing material planning activities that support manufacturing schedules, inventory objectives, and customer demand requirements. This role plays a critical part in maintaining material availability, optimizing inventory levels, and ensuring efficient coordination between suppliers, purchasing, and production teams.
Client Details
Our client is a global manufacturer of advanced safety systems serving highly regulated industries, including aerospace, defense, and motorsports. The organization combines a strong engineering heritage with a collaborative manufacturing environment focused on quality, reliability, and innovation.
Description
- Managing material planning activities based on production schedules and demand forecasts.
- Maintaining inventory levels while preventing shortages and excess stock.
- Collaborating with purchasing teams on requisitions, purchase orders, and material requirements.
- Monitoring supplier performance, lead times, and delivery schedules.
- Expediting critical materials to support production commitments.
- Maintaining ERP/MRP planning data, parameters, and system accuracy.
- Supporting material flow optimization and supply chain risk mitigation efforts.
- Reporting on inventory performance, shortages, and planning-related KPIs.
Profile
- Having 3+ years of material planning, production planning, supply chain, or purchasing experience within manufacturing.
- Demonstrating strong ERP/MRP systems experience.
- Possessing advanced Excel and data analysis skills.
- Holding a bachelor's degree preferred.
- Having experience in a manufacturing environment required.
- Demonstrating strong organizational and inventory management skills.
- Possessing experience working within cross-functional supply chain teams.
- Having aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated industry experience preferred.
Job Offer
The candidate will receive:
- Competitive salary and potential for salary growth
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and vacation/sick leave
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
- A positive work environment that values collaboration and innovation
- Work-life balance and flexible scheduling options
- Access to cutting-edge technologies and resources
- Engaging and challenging projects that foster skill development
- Supportive and inclusive company culture
- Networking opportunities within the industry
- Potential for performance-based bonuses or incentives.
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