Entry-Level Planning & Inventory Analyst

Celestica; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Celestica in Richardson, TX seeks an entry-level Planning Associate to support production scheduling for designated products. You will consolidate forecasts, input MPS/MRP data, and manage parameters for product lines under supervision.

Early-career professionals gain hands-on experience in materials planning, supplier coordination, and alignment of customer orders with production. This role emphasizes training and teamwork within a structured environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic knowledge of production planning fundamentals, scheduling, MRP techniques and manufacturing control systems.
• Familiarity with ERP and office software; ability to learn multiple systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide entry-level professional support in planning a production schedule for designated products.
• Consolidate forecasts and input/validate MPS and MRP data.
• Manage parameters and reporting for designated products and align POs with production scheduling.
• Coordinate shop order releases and materials kitting requirements.
• Identify shortages and work with teams to expedite material or substitutions.
• Track shipments to meet commit dates and flag issues to planners.
• Approve Return Material Authorization (RMA) as needed.

Skills

Production planning

Purchasing principles

Computer apps

Customer needs

Math & data entry

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

ERP

Office software

Job description

Celestica in Richardson, TX seeks an entry-level Planning Associate to support production scheduling for designated products. You will consolidate forecasts, input MPS/MRP data, and manage parameters for product lines under supervision.

Early-career professionals gain hands-on experience in materials planning, supplier coordination, and alignment of customer orders with production. This role emphasizes training and teamwork within a structured environment.