Planner
About The Position
The Planner develops and maintains daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules based on demand forecasts, production capacity, and material constraints. The role coordinates with procurement, warehouse teams, suppliers, production, logistics, and customer service to ensure material availability, stabilize planning, and support reliable customer order fulfillment. The Planner monitors inventory and operational KPIs, communicates timelines and potential issues, and supports new product introductions and improvement initiatives. The position requires safe and environmentally responsible conduct in accordance with ALPLA policies, procedures, and safety standards.
Requirements
- At least a two-year associate degree in a related field or equivalent preferred.
- Two years of work experience preferred.
- Good computer skills, including WinWord, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Good numerical skills.
- Very strong organizational and troubleshooting skills.
- Competencies include accountability, decision quality, effective communication, trust-building, collaboration, valuing differences, and results orientation.
- Ability to meet the stated physical demands, with reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.
Responsibilities
- Develop and update production schedules based on demand forecasts, available capacity, and material constraints.
- Coordinate with procurement, warehouse teams, and suppliers to ensure timely availability of raw materials and packaging.
- Manage inventory levels in accordance with minimum and maximum stock requirements, while optimizing Days in Inventory and reducing carrying costs and obsolescence.
- Reduce last-minute planning changes through proactive coordination and scenario planning.
- Align production plans with realistic production capabilities to support on-time, in-full customer order fulfillment.
- Track and report KPIs, including Days in Inventory, changeover rate, downtime due to material shortages, and planning change rate.
- Coordinate communication between production, logistics, and customer service teams about timelines and potential issues.
- Support and coordinate new product introductions and improvement initiatives related to production planning and material availability.
- Adhere to ALPLA policies, procedures, and safety standards, and act in a safe and environmentally responsible manner.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Childcare and dependent care savings programs
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Company-paid life insurance
- Company-paid short-term disability insurance
- Company-paid long-term disability insurance
- Tuition reimbursement and educational assistance programs
- Career growth and advancement opportunities
- Employee recognition programs
- Hands-on training and professional development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
