Planner/Scheduler

Energizer Holdings • Asheboro, NC

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About The Position

The Planner/Scheduler is responsible for supporting production planning and material scheduling activities to help ensure customer orders are fulfilled on time while maintaining inventory and operational goals. This role works closely with cross-functional teams to coordinate materials, monitor inventory levels, and support production schedules in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1-3 years of administrative, clerical, customer service, inventory control, production planning, purchasing, or manufacturing experience.
• Basic understanding of material planning, inventory management, or supply chain processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using SAP or other ERP systems.
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement principles.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the procurement of raw materials, including creating requisitions, placing orders, monitoring deliveries, and maintaining inventory records.
• Support material planning activities to ensure production schedules have the necessary materials available.
• Assist in scheduling production operations using SAP and other planning tools.
• Communicate material status, inventory levels, and potential shortages to Operations, Warehouse, Quality, and other departments.
• Collaborate with Quality, Marketing, and Operations teams to support packaging changes and product launches.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist in maintaining appropriate safety stock levels.
• Investigate and resolve material issues, including shortages, delivery delays, and inventory discrepancies.
• Support continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives related to materials and inventory management.
• Maintain accurate planning and inventory data within SAP and other business systems.
• Prepare reports and provide administrative support related to planning and scheduling functions.

Benefits

• health and welfare insurance
• parental leave
• paid time off
• retirement savings plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED