New Product Planner (Teradyne, North Reading, MA)

Teradyne

North Reading, MA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$66,500–$95,400 Per Year

SKILLS

Automation, Bill of Materials (BOM), Compensation and Benefits, Consumer Protection, Contract Manufacturing, Cross-Functional, Demand Forecasting/Planning, Detail Oriented, Diversity, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Electromechanics, Electronics, Identify Issues, Incentive Programs, Insurance, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Make-Versus-Buy Analysis, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Automation, Materials Planning, New Product Planning, Organizational Skills, Pivot Tables, Presentation Software, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Procurement Planning, Product Development, Product/Service Launch, Production Costing, Production Planning, Project/Program Management, Prototyping, Purchase Orders, Quality Engineering, Risk, Sales Closing Skills, Smartphones, Sourcing Strategy, Spreadsheets, Strategic Planning, Team Player, Test Automation, Time Management, Tuition Fees

LOCATION

North Reading, MA

POSTED

8 days ago

We are the global test and automation specialists, powering next-generation technologies through sophisticated solutions. Behind every electronic device you use, Teradyne's test technology ensures your device works right the first time, every time! Our portfolio of automation solutions help manufacturers to develop and deliver products quickly, efficiently and cost-effectively. Together, Teradyne (http://www.teradyne.com/) companies deliver manufacturing automation across industries and applications around the world!

We attract, develop, and retain a high-performance workforce, comprised of people with diverse backgrounds and a shared drive for excellence. We strive to foster a positive and inclusive work environment that helps employees, and communities, thrive.

Our Purpose

Teradyne is a globally recognized leader in the ATE Industry. From tablets to smart phones, we rely on electronics to conduct our business and to connect and enhance our personal lives. This comes with the expectation that the devices work right, the first time, every time. Teradyne products protect consumer confidence with thorough, fast test and automation. With innovation at the core of our business, we constantly seek new ways to solve the most challenging test issues.

Opportunity Overview

This position has several levels of responsibility – Supply base, Materials and Production planning. As an NPI Supply Base planner, you will be responsible for quoting new custom parts with prototype and production suppliers, some overseas. As an NPI Material Planner, you will be responsible for material deliverables to build new product, ensuring a timely material pipeline for products that span from Prototype through Production release. Lastly, as an NPIManufacturing Planner, you will be responsible for planning works orders, many multi-level, through our prototype and preproduction builds, which includes managing deviations and engineering change on the product.

Responsibilities include:

+ Planning management of multi-level, large part count Bills of Materials for highly complex electro-mechanical products

+ Working globally with contract manufacturers and suppliers to establish a sourcing strategy, quoting for both short-term prototype turns and long-term production costs

+ Material planning, requisitioning material, and resolving critical material shortages on new product

+ Collaborating with Engineering and Operations teams on product structure to assess assembly “make versus buy”

+ Releasing work orders, monitoring manufacturing builds and reporting to development and management team on Production Job status

+ Ability to work on cross-functional teams and to communicate with all levels of management

+ Coordinating with suppliers on RMAs/rework of product from either quality issues or Engineering Change notices

+ Responsible for Planning transfer from Teradyne to contract manufacturers

+ Assessing Lead Time Profiles for product and recommending risk buys for forecasted demand

+ Ability to find creative ways to resolve problems using project management skills

+ Recognizing when problems must be escalated is a critical skill

+ Executing purchase requisitions and purchase orders for prototype parts through our MRP system.

All About You

We seek individuals who share our passion and determination. Our commitment to customer success drives us to go the extra mile. If you’re ready to join us in this mission, take a closer look at the minimum criteria for the position.

+ Bachelor’s degree required or relevant experience

+ 2-4 years of experience with electro-mechanical products

+ Prior experience planning and buying within an MRP/ERP system is a must

+ Ability to succeed in a highly agile environment that requires attention to detail while maintaining a broad scope of vision to implement sourcing/planning change

+ Candidates must be able to work independently

+ Excellent knowledge of spreadsheets, pivot tables, and formulas in Excel

+ Skilled with presentation software and database tools are helpful

+ Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills are a necessity

+ A team player that has a high level of flexibility, and will work toward common goals inter-departmentally and cross-functionally

+ Nominal travel is a possibility (10%)

+ Demonstrated proactive planning and leadership skills as well as a proven ability to envision and implement change (problem identification and solution recommendation, and implementation)

We are only considering candidates local to the position location and are unable to provide relocation for this position.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Benefits:

Teradyne offers a variety of robust health and well-being benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, paid vacation & holidays, tuition assistance programs, and more.  Please click here (https://www.teradyne.com/2026-benefit-information-for-us-employees/) to see details.

Compensation:

The base salary range for this role is $66,500 - $95,400. This range is a good faith estimate, and the amount of base salary will correspond with experience and skill set. This range can also fluctuate depending on demand and location.

Incentive Plan: This job is eligible for discretionary bonus(es) based on financial performance.

#LI-SMTER

Current openings may involve access to export controlled technology and may be subject to export licensing requirements prior to employment. ATTENTION APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: If you’re unable to access our on-line application due to a disability you may visit one of our locations or our Corporate Office at 600 Riverpark Drive, North Reading, MA and request a paper application form. In addition, you may also contact the HR Service Center at 978-370-3041 or contact them at HR.Service.Center@teradyne.com for additional assistance. LitePoint, a Teradyne Company is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

About the Company

Teradyne

Teradyne is a leading supplier of automation equipment for test and industrial applications. Teradyne Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) is used to test semiconductors, wireless products, data storage and complex electronic systems, which serve consumer, communications, industrial and government customers. Our Industrial Automation products include Collaborative Robots used by global manufacturing and light industrial customers to improve quality and increase manufacturing efficiency. In 2017, Teradyne had revenue of $2.14 billion and currently employs approximately 4,500 people worldwide.

COMPANY SIZE

1,500 to 1,999 employees

INDUSTRY

Electronics, Components, and Semiconductor Mfg

FOUNDED

1960

WEBSITE

http://www.teradyne.com

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