Fiber Utilization & Yield Planning Analyst

AFL; Duncan (SC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible time off policy

401K Company match (up to 4%)

Professional development, training, & 

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

AFL is seeking a Fiber Utilization Planning Analyst in Duncan, SC to optimize fiber consumption across the Cable manufacturing network. You will drive data‑driven planning, minimize scrap, and maintain optimal inventory levels, influencing Manufacturing, Supply Chain, IT, and Commercial teams.

The role requires a strong analytical mindset, 3+ years of manufacturing experience, and familiarity with ERP systems (Oracle R12).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 3+ years of manufacturing experience with working knowledge of production flow
• Experience with ERP systems (Oracle R12 or similar)
• Knowledge of Lean / Six Sigma methodologies
• APICS or similar supply chain certification preferred
• Experience in planning, supply chain, or continuous improvement role preferred
• Experience in cable, wire, or similar manufacturing environments preferred
• Strong analytical capability with experience in data analysis, modeling, and process improvement

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain fiber consumption strategies that maximize conversion efficiency from raw material to finished goods
• Analyze fiber yield performance, identifying loss drivers and implementing corrective action plans to improve conversion rates
• Optimize the systematic utilization of short fiber lengths to minimize scrap and increase usable output
• Define and track key performance metrics related to fiber utilization, scrap, and yield
• Establish fiber consumption plans aligned with production schedules, demand signals, and inventory targets
• Own fiber inventory strategy, ensuring balance between availability, working capital, and obsolescence risk
• Maintain governance over inventory accuracy, controls, and planning assumptions
• Partner with Supply Chain to align purchasing and stocking strategies with optimized consumption plans
• Utilize statistical and analytical methods to measure performance, identify trends, and recommend improvements
• Develop models and scenarios to evaluate trade‑offs across scrap, efficiency, and inventory positioning
• Provide actionable recommendations to leadership that align operational decisions with financial and utilization goals
• Collaborate with Manufacturing to ensure execution aligns with planned fiber consumption strategies
• Partner with Commercial teams to understand product mix impacts on fiber utilization and recommend alignment opportunities
• Work with IT and systems teams to enhance planning tools, data visibility, and reporting capabilities
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across functions to improve fiber planning processes
• Provide fiber utilization inputs and constraints into capacity planning and S&OP processes
• Support scenario planning by evaluating the fiber implications of demand and production changes
• Ensure alignment between fiber plans and broader operational and financial objectives

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data analysis

Modeling

Process improvement

Inventory management

Cross-functional collaboration

Planning

Lean / Six Sigma

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or SCM

Tools

ERP systems (Oracle R12)

Job description

AFL is seeking a Fiber Utilization Planning Analyst in Duncan, SC to optimize fiber consumption across the Cable manufacturing network. You will drive data‑driven planning, minimize scrap, and maintain optimal inventory levels, influencing Manufacturing, Supply Chain, IT, and Commercial teams.

The role requires a strong analytical mindset, 3+ years of manufacturing experience, and familiarity with ERP systems (Oracle R12).