Planner

Job Summary

Reporting to the Manager, Planning & PDM, the Materials Planner ensures material availability and executes production plans to support manufacturing, customer, aftermarket and new product requirements. The role converts the Master Production Schedule (MPS) into executable material and work order plans, maintains ERP/MRP planning data, and coordinates cross-functionally to protect schedule attainment, inventory performance and production readiness.

Responsibilities

• Execute approved production schedules and material plans to support manufacturing, subcontracted, main-line, and aftermarket requirements.
• Manage work order execution, MRP recommendations, inventory levels, shortages, and planning exceptions to support schedule attainment.
• Maintain planning parameters and master data, including order policies, lead times, safety stock, and planning controls.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Engineering, Materials, and PDM to resolve material and scheduling constraints.
• Assess and support implementation of engineering changes, deviations, and production readiness activities.
• Monitor planning performance, identify risks and root causes, and support corrective actions and escalation as required.
• Participate in production reviews, Gemba walks, and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance planning accuracy, inventory performance, and material flow.
• Maintain planning documentation, work instructions, and records in accordance with business and quality requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Manager, Planning & PDM.

Qualifications

Education

• Relevant post-secondary education or training in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Production Planning, Operations Management, Business or a related discipline.
• APICS/ASCM CPIM certification, Lean certification or equivalent professional development is preferred.

Skills & Experience

• 3-5 years of planning or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment.
• ERP/MRP proficiency (JD Edwards preferred) with working knowledge of MPS, inventory planning, work orders, and master data management.
• Experience supporting schedule changes, engineering changes, and product readiness initiatives.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work effectively across functions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Office applications; Lean and continuous improvement experience preferred.