Project Planner Analyst

Retech Systems•Buffalo, NY

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Planner Analyst plays a critical role in driving process improvement, data analysis, and strategic resource planning across departments and projects. This position consolidates schedules, leads cross-functional meetings, interfaces with department managers, and senior leadership to establish priorities to ensure timely and efficient execution of projects. The ideal candidate is highly analytical, and skilled at coordinating teams to ensure accountability and performance.

Requirements

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, dashboards).
Advanced proficiency in MS Project or similar. Including resource allocation.
Ability to manage multiple schedules and prioritize tasks effectively.
Strong understanding of procurement, engineering, and project workflows.
Excellent communication and facilitation skills across cross-functional teams.
Ability to interpret and present data clearly to various stakeholders.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
Ability to lead meetings and drive accountability.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Data Analytics, or related field.
3+ years of experience in planning, data analysis, or process improvement roles.
Experience working in a manufacturing, engineering, or project-based environment preferred.
Proactive and self-motivated
Strong sense of ownership and accountability
Collaborative and team-oriented mindset
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
High level of integrity and professionalism
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence others

Responsibilities

Aggregate all departmental and project schedules into a comprehensive master schedule to ensure visibility and alignment.
Interface with procurement to manage material release timing, preventing early deliveries and optimizing inventory flow.
Support departmental managers in resource planning and identifying resources gaps and presenting potential solutions.
Support manufacturing leadership by helping to organize build schedules and identify gaps in resourcing.
Aggregate individual project plans into master plan to align resources and identify gaps in project coverage.
Proactively identify areas needing support, take ownership of challenges, and drive solutions.
Review contracts and collaborate with leadership to determine project priorities and resource allocation.
Serve as the primary data analyst for projects, collecting, interpreting, and distributing data to stakeholders.
Identify inefficiencies and recommend enhancements to planning and operational workflows.
Use advanced Excel functions to manage data, build dashboards, and support decision-making.