Planner

Plug Power; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Plug Power's India operations seeks a Planner to coordinate product build schedules for Manufacturing Operations and maintain the ERP system to ensure demand signals drive material supply for on-time production and customer delivery. The role requires strong data entry, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

The ideal candidate will collaborate with engineering and warehouse teams, support process improvements, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent working experience preferred in engineering, manufacturing, logistics or related field.
• Experience with ERP systems and proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access).
• Strong data entry skills, attention to detail, and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Timely and accurate maintenance of planning parameters in ERP database.
• Process sales orders, transfer orders, and unplanned parts requests on time.
• Maintain planning procedures and support material shortages with Production and Supply Chain.
• Coordinate product line logistics and warehouse activities as needed.
• Collaborate with engineering to manage deviations to material requirements.
• Identify ERP change requests and drive process improvements.

Skills

Data entry

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Organizational skills

Results-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent (engineering, manufacturing, logistics, etc)

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Access

Job description

Department: Supply Chain

Position Summary

The Planner plays a role in coordinating product build schedules for Manufacturing Operations and maintaining the ERP system to ensure demand signals are driving continuity of material supply so Plug Power can meet established production and customer delivery schedules. The Planner must be skilled at working with cross-functional departments to coordinate efforts and communicate requirements to meet the production schedule. The ideal candidate for this position should be experienced in data entry, have a high level of attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Core Duties And Responsibilities

• Timely and accurate maintenance of planning parameters in ERP database.
• Timely and accurate processing of sales orders, transfer orders, and unplanned parts requests.
• Maintain planning procedures.
• Support/communicate material shortages with Production and Supply Chain.
• Occasional administrative support for Lead Planners.
• Coordinate product line logistics and warehouse activities where needed.
• Coordinate and execute transactions to support unplanned requests.
• Work closely with supply chain to ensure materials needed to meet production schedules are on-hand and consistent with quality specifications.
• Partner with engineering to manage deviations to the standard material requirements for a given build.
• Identify ERP system change requests and process improvement

Introduce process improvement initiatives to Operations and other related business processes which help to drive efficiencies, reduce operating costs, and increase inventory and documentation accuracy. Assist the production and warehouse team members in non-routine investigations of inventory issues in order to identify root causes and implement appropriate corrective actions. Always represent Plug Power in a professional manner and in all interactions. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education And Experience

Bachelor's degree or equivalent working experience in engineering, manufacturing, logistics, warehousing, etc preferred. Experience and proficiency with ERP systems Microsoft Office product experience and proficiency - Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access. Data entry skills with the ability to understand and maintain database parameters. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team atmosphere. Strong interpersonal skills and communication abilities. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Role model for high standards of professionalism. Results-oriented and driven work style. Excellent task-oriented follow-through.

Plug Power, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.