Planner

Dart Container•Mason, MI

22d

About The Position

The Production Planner is a member of the Supply Chain team responsible for managing production plans, inventory strategies, and capacity requirements to support efficient operations and customer service objectives. The role uses SAP systems, data analysis, and cross-functional partnerships to balance supply and demand, optimize inventory levels, and make effective use of production resources. The planner identifies process-improvement opportunities, supports system enhancements, and advances planning practices across the organization. The position also contributes to strategic initiatives aimed at improving operational performance and evaluates production and network capacity for new business opportunities and changing needs. Travel to plant locations is required as needed, approximately 10%.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, with an emphasis in supply chain, business, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Two years of experience in supply planning.
Experience with SAP or a similar ERP system.
Technology aptitude, including proficiency with the MS Office Suite, such as Excel and Power BI.
Ability to identify issues, compare data, and investigate and resolve complex discrepancies using root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to explain intricate job-related processes to internal customers.
Ability to interact professionally with employees at all organizational levels.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain short- and long-term production plans aligned with capacity constraints and inventory targets.
Optimize production schedules for raw materials, packaging, and finished goods to support customer demand and operational efficiency.
Convert planned orders into production, purchase, and stock transfer orders based on capacity, priorities, and business needs.
Monitor inventory levels and adjust supply plans to mitigate shortages and excess inventory.
Improve raw material supply reliability and production campaign effectiveness through analysis and execution.
Maintain Material Requirements Planning (MRP) settings and planning parameters independently.
Develop and maintain rough-cut capacity plans for long-range supply planning.
Collaborate with Operations, Procurement, Logistics, Customer Service, and other stakeholders to resolve planning issues and improve performance.
Identify, document, and implement planning best practices.
Create and maintain process documentation, job aids, and standard work instructions.
Participate in planning system optimization and process-improvement initiatives.
Contribute to cross-functional teams working to improve operational effectiveness and supply chain performance.
Provide guidance, training, and planning support to team members and business partners.
Support departmental projects and continuous-improvement initiatives.
Evaluate production and network capacity to support new business opportunities and changing business needs.
Travel to plant locations as needed (10%).