NPD Planner 1

Henny Penny • Eaton, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

New Product Development (NPD) Planner I is responsible for supporting NPD projects and Engineering from a Supply Chain perspective. This includes working closely with Engineering, procurement group and suppliers to obtain quotes, process order requisitions, tracking and expediting orders for various projects. NPD planner will work closely with NPD warehouse to ensure projects receive correct mix of parts and supplies as needed to support NPD projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field, or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing purchasing/supply chain environment
• Ability to analyze and solve problems with data-driven approach and root cause analysis skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Strong math skills and excellent verbal and written communication, presentation, organization, and time-management skills.
• Effective problem solver and possesses excellent ability to multitask.
• Ability to collaborate within a team environment, as well as work independently without management oversight in a fast-paced and dynamic environment is critical.

Responsibilities

• Support NPD by working with Buyers on sourcing, ordering, expediting, tracking requisitions/parts.
• Work and resolve any issues with Engineering, Suppliers and Receiving for NPD parts.
• Update and track active forms for each project.
• Smart Sheet Maintenance.
• Working Past Due Shipments Report for NPD orders/requisitions
• Strive to improve NPD process and communications between SC and NPD.
• Other tasks as assigned by SC Management

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level