Administrator, Demand Planner

Durex Industries; Cary (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Durex Industries, Cary, IL, is seeking a Demand Planner Administrator to support the demand planning team with administrative tasks, data entry, and KPI tracking. The role requires adaptability, proactivity, and attention to detail across manufacturing operations.

You will print schedules, input ERP data, manage requisitions, monitor stock, and help ensure on-time production by coordinating with planning, manufacturing, and sales. Strong MS Office and Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a manufacturing support role, ideally in a demand planning or operations setting.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines.
• Proficiency in MS Office; experience with MS Dynamics is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Print production schedules, work travelers, and drawings for the manufacturing team.
• Input data into ERP software for accurate tracking and reporting.
• Process purchase requisitions and track inventory.
• Assist in managing manufacturing and sales order statuses.
• Record meeting notes and assist with action item tracking.
• Support the tracking and execution of KPIs, forecasting, and data collection efforts.
• Monitor stock levels and product usage, providing data to demand planners.
• Track ECNs and communicate changes.
• Foster communication between manufacturing, support teams, and planners.

Skills

Demand planning

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Multitasking

Bilingual English/Spanish

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Pivot Tables

VLOOKUP

MS Dynamics

Job description

Composed of Chromalox, Durex Industries, Vulcanic, and Thermocoax businesses, Electrical Thermal Solutions (ETS), part of Spirax Group, creates electrical process heating and temperature management solutions, including industrial heaters and systems, heat tracing, and a range of component technologies.

Durex Industries has over 40 years’ expertise in the thermal control business. A trusted custom thermal solutions supplier and engineering design partner for customers across a range of industry sectors, it also offers engineering, manufacturing, testing and laboratory and quality assurance services.

Durex serves businesses in sectors including process industries, life sciences, plastics processing, food and packaging, aerospace, defense, and security. Its innovative bespoke solutions – such as retrofitting heating elements to prevent outdoor beverage dispensers from failing in low temperatures and custom-made circulation heaters to heat fuel in large ship engines.

Join us as we continue to provide solutions to our customers and the world!

The Role

As the Demand Planner Administrator supports the demand planning department by performing a variety of administrative tasks to ensure efficient manufacturing operations. This role requires an individual who is adaptable, proactive, and able to multitask effectively. The Administrator will be responsible for prioritizing tasks with minimal supervision while maintaining a focus on detail, accuracy, and results.

Your Responsibilities

• Print production schedules, work travelers, and drawings for the manufacturing team.
• Input data into ERP software for accurate tracking and reporting.
• Process purchase requisitions and track inventory.
• Assist in managing manufacturing and sales order statuses.
• Record meeting notes and assist with action item tracking.
• Support the tracking and execution of key performance indicators (KPIs), forecasting, and other data collection efforts.
• Execute deviation requests from manufacturing as required.
• Monitor stock levels and product usage, providing data to demand planners.
• Track Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and communicate changes.
• Act as a liaison between the production floor, support roles, and planners to ensure smooth operations and clear communication.
• Ensure efficient manufacturing order management.
• Assist in data gathering and sorting for KPIs and forecasting efforts.
• Assist planners in maintaining and monitoring stocking levels.
• Support in the tracking of actionable items and meeting deadlines.
• Ensure accurate tracking of changes, including ECNs, to avoid production disruptions.
• Foster communication between manufacturing, support teams, and demand planners.

Our Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a manufacturing support role, ideally in a demand planning or operations setting.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in handling sensitive information.
• Self‑motivated, adaptable, and results‑driven with a proactive attitude.
• Proficiency in MS Office; experience with MS Dynamics is a plus.
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP
• Excellent verbal, written, and electronic communication skills in a professional setting.
• Highly detail‑oriented, with strong problem‑solving abilities.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred
• Must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship, both now and in the future.

Pay Rate: $18.00 - 20.00