Planner

Hyve Solutions • Olive Branch, MS

383d • $45,500 - $64,000

About The Position

The Production Planner is responsible for reviewing customer forecasts and planning materials to support upcoming builds. This role involves managing vendor relationships, tracking orders for equipment and supplies, and summarizing purchases into reports regarding stock levels. The planner will also conduct regular review meetings with production to manage inventory and continuously improve procurement processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
• Minimum of 3-5 years in a procurement, program management, or supply chain role
• Proven ability to lead a cooperative effort among members of a team
• Good communication skills to work with multiple internal and external stakeholders
• Solid background working in a fast-paced, change management environment formulating strategies and utilizing internal/external resources
• Proficient knowledge of Windows Operating Systems, advanced Excel skills
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated and resourceful
• Ability to multitask and prioritize workload
• High volume reporting and data analysis experience

Nice To Haves

• Basic knowledge of server and cloud computing industry is preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Review customer forecast and plan materials to support upcoming builds
• Work with engineering to manage and maintain accurate floorstock BOMs
• Track and process orders for equipment and supplies needed for manufacturing
• Manage vendor relationships and drive down material costs
• Summarize purchases into monthly / quarterly reports regarding stock levels by category and location
• Conduct regular review meetings with production to manage and control on hand inventory and aging
• Conduct risk assessments on supply trends, review and rebalance inventory
• Continuously improve procurement processes
• Document and maintain flowcharts of changes in process

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree