SIOP Planner - Finishing Products

Valmont Industries, Inc. • Omaha, NE

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Scheduler/Planner – Finishing Products is responsible for the development and management of the Finishing schedule, balancing requirements from multiple sources to create and communicate a schedule promoting deliverables the customer and efficiency within the manufacturing operations. Schedule planning horizon is 0 – 6 months, with capacity segmented into daily, weekly, and monthly buckets. This Individual Contributor’s responsibilities include planning, scheduling, and coordinating the execution of the finishing schedule by reviewing inter-site orders and supplier schedules, in alignment with the sales and operations plan. This position is responsible for aligning resources with demand based on capacity planning and shop floor control principles. Areas of responsibility may include more than one production area or factory location. To align production schedules for efficient utilization of resources, it will be crucial to understand the requirements of operational teams at each scheduled area. This position manages work-in-process inventory (WIP) and finished goods inventory. Reporting on production and supplier progress to goals is required. Creating and executing any required action plans to close gaps. Demonstration of the core values of the Valmont Way is required.

Requirements

• Preferred Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field OR associate degree with 3+ years of experience OR 5+ years of relevant experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook
• APICS CPIM, CFPIM, SCOR-P or CSCP certification, or successfully complete certification within 18 months of hire date
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing and planning techniques
• Strong attention to detail and quality of work
• Ability to aggregate, organize and process, facts, data, and other information to define a problem and develop effective solutions
• Ability to work with minimal supervision

Nice To Haves

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field
• Prior experience setting up and planning in a mixed model environment including make to stock, engineer to order, and configure to order methodologies
• Demonstrated abilities in visual scheduling and inventory optimization
• Prior experience with master scheduling utilizing methodologies for make to order and configure to order business
• Leads by example and earns the respect and trust of co-workers, customer, and other stakeholders
• Sets aggressive targets, accepts consequences of actions, and holds others accountable
• Thinks globally about the entire business and committed to supporting the needs and goals of an integrated global organization
• An understanding of priorities and balances short-term and long-term requirements
• Communicates openly and honestly in a clear and concise manner on an ongoing basis
• Knowledge of mathematics and data analysis
• Knowledge of Lean planning, scheduling, and Kanban tools

Responsibilities

• Create schedules and communicate plan effectively to key stakeholders
• Align schedules in support of customer demand, key performance metrics, division guidance for planning horizons and S&OP guidance
• Ensure rework is scheduled and completed in a timely manner
• Reconcile supplier invoice discrepancies. Periodically review for compliance with agreed upon terms and prices.
• Identify, negotiate, and resolve conflicts with respect to available capacity and proposed delivery date commitments
• Maintain scheduling and inventory parameters, such as lead-times, delivery times and order file data
• Create a level supply schedule that satisfies customer demand with optimum inventory levels and efficient resource utilization
• Assist demand management in setting priorities when demand outstrips the division’s supply of products or the resources necessary to build the requested product
• Work with S&OP to understand competitive lead times. Seek ways to reduce internal and external lead times to achieve a competitive advantage.
• Produce Finishing schedules that have both validity (they meet or exceed customer demands) and integrity (they can be executed by the finishing sites)
• Contribute to a positive work environment and coordinate with other planning team members to align processes and goals

Benefits

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
• Work Life Support
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree