About the role
Job Summary
Manufacturing, Production and Procurement (MPP) Planner, this individual is responsible for the Planning of all procurement and production needs. This position will be responsible for the analysis and management of select programs to ensure on-time customer delivery while communicating and mitigating stopgaps between various internal teams.
Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks
1. Analyze, investigate, and action MRP messages, including shortages, rescheduling, cancellations, order changes, and other planning exceptions. 2. Investigate root causes of material and schedule issues and determine appropriate corrective actions. 3. Review demand, supply, inventory, purchase orders, work orders, and lead time to identify potential constraints. 4. Coordinate with Procurement, Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, and other cross-functional teams to resolve material and production issues. 5. Develop and implement stopgap solutions to mitigate shortages and minimize impacts on program schedules. 6. Monitor material availability and proactively identify risks before they affect production or customer commitments. 7. Communicate schedule impacts, material risks, and recovery plans to Program Managers and relevant stakeholders. 8. Maintain accurate planning data and ensure MRP actions are completed in a timely manner. 9. Investigate and action material shifts caused by engineering changes before, during, and after production. 10. Analyze Manufacturing Bills of Materials (MBOMs) and Manufacturing Routings to identify any discrepancies. 11. Manage Manufacturing Orders throughout their lifecycle assuring Engineering Change Notices are accurately communicated to Production. 12. Track open issues through resolution and escalate risks or constraints when appropriate. 13. Identify opportunities to improve planning processes, MRP execution, and overall supply chain performance. 14. Report regularly on KPIs to leadership.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for the job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
* Completion of a full course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor’s or higher degree in supply chain management, business, engineering or a related field. Substitutions -- Educational requirements can be substituted by years of experience in a Planner, Materials Planner, Supply Chain Manager, or similar role by hiring level: 1. 1. 1-4 years 2. 5-10 years 3. 11-16 years 4. 17-25 years
* Must be extremely computer literate and agile, strong Costpoint ERP and MS Excel skills is a plus. * Working knowledge of MRP systems. * Understanding of mechanical and electrical engineering drawings. * In-depth understanding of MRP concepts including bills of material and demand. * CPIM, CSCP, or CPSM certifications are strongly desired. * Must enjoy team collaboration and networking for problem resolution. * Must be detail oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks at the same time. * Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance is required.
Essential Mental Requirements
* Strong analytical skills with attention to details. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Problem solving and reasoning skills to assist with resolution of issues. * Strong organizational skills. * Capability to interpret data.
Essential Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products and supplies, up to 50 pounds.
Equipment/Software/Tools Used
* Computer, copier/printer/fax machine, filing cabinets, label maker and scanner. * Basic computer operating system (Windows); Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Outlook, SharePoint). Costpoint ERP software. Jira & Vault a plus.