Production Planning Planner II

TalentBurst, Inc.

Glendale, AZ

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$38–$39.31 Per Hour

SKILLS

Analysis Skills, Automation, Bill of Materials (BOM), Capacity Allocations, Capacity Management, Capacity Utilization, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Data Quality, Demand Forecasting/Planning, Detail Oriented, Distribution Services, Distribution Warehousing, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Finance, Gap Analysis, Inventory Levels, Logistics, Manufacturing, Materials Planning, Materials Requirements Planning (MRP), Mathematics, Metrics, Performance Metrics, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Procurement Planning, Product/Service Launch, Production Planning, Production Systems, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis, Service Delivery, Shipping/Receiving, Stock Keeping Unit (SKU), Strategic Planning, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Warehouse Coordination

LOCATION

Glendale, AZ

POSTED

18 days ago

Job Title: Production Planning Planner II
Location: Glendale, AZ
Duration: 12+ Months

Job Description:
Role Purpose:
The Site Integrated Planner plays a critical role in aligning finish good production, material availability and distribution requirements with customer needs and inventory goals. This role combines three key responsibilities: Production Planning (PP), Material Replenishment Planning (MRP), and Distribution Requirement Planning (DRP). The planner ensures an operationally and financially optimized production, distribution and material requirements plan that delivers service and inventory goals while supporting efficient and reliable site operations.

Key Responsibilities
1. Production Planning
Develop and maintain a detail by SKU production plan, typically for a 13-weeks rolling horizon (short-term planning), for a designated area of products or production lines, balancing customer demand, inventory levels, material availability, and capacity.
Identify capacity constraints and adjust plans accordingly.
Integrate new product introductions into the production plan.
Establishes and maintain accurate production planning parameters (lot sizes, yields, safety stock) and partners with site teams to maintain accurate production Master Data (e.g. routings)
Use planning systems (e.g. ERP) and scenario analysis tools to build the optimal schedule.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (manufacturing, logistics, planning, finance) on scheduling assumptions and performance.

2. Material Requirement Planning (MRP)
Create and adjust material requirements schedules based on demand and inventory positions.
Create and manage purchase requisitions and purchase orders for materials, ensuring materials arrive on time and in full.
Proactively identifies material shortages or excess and work with suppliers and procurement to mitigate risks.
Establishes and maintain accurate material planning parameters (MOQ, lead times, safety stock) and partners with site/division teams to maintain accurate Master Data (e.g. BOM)
Align short- and mid-term supply plans with procurement
Partners with Procurement on material supply network improvement projects

3. Distribution Replenishment Planning (DRP)
Generate and maintain distribution replenishment plans across all downstream locations and channels based on demand forecasts, inventory levels, and transportation lead times
Balance inventory across the network to avoid stockouts or excess while minimizing logistics costs.
Release and track transfer orders from the site to receiving warehouses or distribution centers
Monitor in-transit and on-hand inventory at each location and take corrective actions as needed.
Coordinate with warehousing and transportation teams to ensure execution of planned shipments.
Utilize planning tools and ERP systems to create stock transfer orders (STOs) and monitor their execution

4. Analysis & Reporting
Analyze short-term (13-week) supply plans to identify gaps, bottlenecks, or risks.
Report and manages input key metrics including MPS, Material Availability rate, backorder risks, inventory within limits, and capacity utilization.
Reports and manages gap analysis and plans for planning output metrics including site service results (e.g. Ship-to-Commit, OTIF) and inventory levels.
Monitor daily and weekly adherence to input KPIs, initiates/perform root cause analysis and support/owns corrective actions for recurrent execution and planning issues.

5. Systems & Process Improvement
Maintain and improve planning systems for both production and material planning.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase utilization, reduce waste, and optimize customer service.
Adopts and executes Corning's integrated planning standards and support automation and digitalization efforts.

6. Collaboration & Communication
Partner closely with division's integrated planning roles, procurement, manufacturing, logistics, customer service, and finance teams.
Clearly communicate changes in plans and rationale across the organization.
Support SIOP process by integrating near- and mid-term plans with strategic planning.

Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
2+ years' experience in production, logistics, or material planning within a manufacturing or supply chain environment
Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and planning tools strongly preferred
Strong mathematical and analytical skill
Familiarity with planning system features like scenario analysis and capacity management
Analytical thinking and problem-solving
Effective communication both written and verbal
Collaboration across cross-functional teams
Attention to details and ownership
Data interpretation and reporting
Continuous improvement mind-set

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Why TalentBurst?
At TalentBurst, we deliver more than talent, we deliver outcomes. We partner with you to move quickly and connect you to opportunities aligned with your skills and long term growth.

Backed by precision, transparency, and results, we connect top talent with leading organizations through trusted partnerships.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options.

TalentBurst is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce.

About the Company

TalentBurst, Inc.

For over 20 years, TalentBurst Inc. has been an award-winning provider of cutting-edge Workforce Management Solutions. With a strong commitment to staying ahead in the tech landscape, we pioneer innovative approaches to talent acquisition. Our expertise spans Life Sciences, and Healthcare Staffing, Banking, Financial, IT, and Engineering, as well as Global Employer of Record (EOR), Agent of Record (AOR), State, Local Government and Education (SLED), and IC validation/compliance services. Additionally, our division, TalentProcure, leads the industry with offerings such as High Hazard Payroll, Managed Services, and Vendor on Premise (VOP) solutions.

Due to our prioritization of excellent standards, we are Joint Commission Certified and are a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) in the USA and Canada. Supporting over 130 Fortune 500 companies globally, we excel in navigating the landscape of talent acquisition. In a world of constant change, we embrace developing people-centric solutions that address the unique demands of our clients. Stay connected by visiting our website and following us on social media!

COMPANY SIZE

5,000 to 9,999 employees

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

FOUNDED

2002

WEBSITE

http://www.talentburst.com/

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