Production Planner - Integrated Planning (Bedford, MA)

Philips • Bedford, MA

1d • $79,000 - $124,000 • 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 ensure material availability, reliable production flow, and on-time customer delivery.

This is an onsite role based in Bedford, Massachusetts. The position requires US work authorization; sponsorship is not available. Candidates must reside in or within commuting distance of Bedford. Relocation benefits are not provided.

Requirements

• At least 4 years of experience with vocational education in industrial, manufacturing, production engineering, or an equivalent area.
• 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, or Industrial Engineering; Operations Management; Supply Chain Management; Production Engineering; or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to successfully perform the 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 to 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, achievable Detailed Production Schedules (DPS) and Master Production Schedules (MPS), with a Material Requirements Plan (MRP) developed alongside 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 relevant Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), using planning methodologies and continuous improvement techniques.
• Promptly release and manage production orders and material-related issues, using negotiation skills and technical understanding to resolve them effectively.
• Coordinate buffer and supermarket inventory using Demand Driven Material Requirements Planning (DDMRP) to support material availability, production flow, and on-time customer delivery.

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.
• Other compensation may include an annual incentive bonus, sales commission, or long-term incentives.

What This Job Offers

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