Planner Sr. (Supply Chain) - Fluid Systems Division

Parker Hannifin • Irvine, CA

5d

About The Position

Ensures performance to the master production schedule to achieve division objectives for customer service, inventory levels, and configuration management. Plans, prepares, issues, and controls moderately complex and/or diverse production schedules and material requirements to ensure a controlled flow of approved materials timed to meet production requirements.

Requirements

• Completed Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or a related field and has passed the CPIM national certification basics exam; OR has passed the majority (3 or more) of the CPIM national certification exams.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the job typically acquired through two or more years of related experience.
• Knowledge of manufacturing resources planning theories, principles, and industry practices.
• Proficient in standard business application software, manufacturing resource planning systems, and interface operations.
• Ability to effectively apply continuous improvement methods to the planning function (e.g., pull systems, process mapping, JIT) of legal, regulatory, and internal policy requirements related to production control.
• Ability to work on a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity where analysis of the situation or data requires thorough identification of factors and analysis of impact.
• Ability to work within general work objectives regarding projects and team goals.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial reports and policies and recommend changes to procedures.
• Ability to effectively communicate and present information to team members, team leaders, and top management.
• Ability to respond to significant inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to effectively demonstrate team member competencies and participate in goal setting, performance feedback, and self-development activities.

Responsibilities

• Identifies variety of raw material and component requirements for production from engineering and production specifications and schedules of moderate scope and complexity.
• Ensures accurate item master file and bill of material.
• Advises management of the status of work in progress, material availability, and potential production problems to ensure that personnel, equipment, materials, and services are provided as needed.
• Recommends changes to improve the planning process for assigned products.
• Evaluates and confirms materials supply is available to meet demand.
• Prepares work orders or purchase requests for the production or purchase of components or parts to support a master production schedule, shop load, and inventory requirements.
• Coordinates material movements between internal work and storage areas and/or outside processing or suppliers to ensure materials are available when needed.
• Schedules and expedites the movement of parts by means of move orders and/or stock transfers to meet customer shipping dates.
• Analyzes inventory usage, scrap, and waste, and recommends any appropriate actions to minimize loss, reduce inventory, and/or increase inventory turnover that would support inventory level objectives.
• Advises and assists management in resolving problems concerning over shipments, shortages, engineering changes, and cancellation of orders.
• Coordinates cross-functional activities with Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Engineering, Inventory Control, Shipping and Receiving, and Contract Administration to ensure a smooth flow of materials through the production process and consistent information about status and priorities.
• Maintains configuration control on all open orders and appropriate data files as required by division policies and procedures.
• Applies continuous improvement techniques and methods to internal processes and systems to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing technical or trade publications, establishing networks, and/or participating in professional associations.
• Applies continuous improvement techniques and methods to internal processes and systems.
• Complies with policies and procedures in Government/Commercial Practices Manual (GPM/CPM).
• Shares specialized knowledge with others.
• Represents company on specific projects.
• Mentors new employees.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Work assignments may include cross-functional or project team responsibilities (e.g., continuous improvement).

Benefits

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.

What This Job Offers

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