Production Planner - Integrated Planning (Bedford, MA)

Philips • Bedford, MA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Execute end-to-end production planning and scheduling under the direction of the Supply Chain Program Manager. Develop feasible Master Production Schedules (MPS) and Detailed Production Schedules (DPS) aligned with capacity strategies and Annual Operating Plan (AOP) commitments. Coordinate buffer and supermarket inventory using Demand Driven Material Requirements Planning (DDMRP) to support material availability, reliable production flow, and on-time customer delivery.

This onsite position is based in Bedford, Massachusetts. Candidates must reside in or within commuting distance of Bedford. US work authorization is required; sponsorship is not available. Relocation benefits will not be provided.

Requirements

• At least 4 years of experience with vocational education in industrial, manufacturing, production engineering, or an equivalent area.
• Knowledge and skills in manufacturing principles, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, continuous improvement, materials requirements planning, cost-benefit analysis, master data management, supply chain management, and business acumen.
• A bachelor's degree or vocational education in Mechanical, Electro-mechanical, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, or Production Engineering, or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to successfully perform the position’s minimum physical, cognitive, and environmental job requirements, with or without accommodation.
• US work authorization; candidates requiring work-authorized visa sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered.
• Must reside in or within commuting distance of Bedford, MA.

Nice To Haves

• Lean Six Sigma certification.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate planning-related master data management with Enterprise Information Management (EIM), ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Generate realistic and achievable Detailed Production Schedules (DPS) and Master Production Schedules (MPS), and develop a Material Requirements Plan (MRP) with Operational Buyers for efficient material procurement.
• Issue production schedules to the shop floor and hold regular planning meetings with Production/Operations Management to synchronize activities and address concerns.
• Initiate improvements to planning processes and related Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), using planning methodologies and continuous improvement techniques.
• Release and manage production orders and material-related issues promptly, using negotiation skills and technical understanding to resolve them effectively.
• Coordinate buffer and supermarket inventory using Demand Driven Material Requirements Planning (DDMRP).

Benefits

• Generous paid time off (PTO).
• 401(k) with up to 7% company match.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution.
• Stock purchase plan.
• Education reimbursement.
• Other benefits through the Philips Total Rewards benefits program.
• An annual incentive bonus, sales commission, or long-term incentives may be offered.

What This Job Offers

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