Manufacturing Planner Analyst

Colony Brands, Inc.; Monroe (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Colony Brands, Inc. is seeking a Production Planner to drive efficient material flow and align manufacturing schedules with demand and cost goals. You will partner with operations, purchasing, and logistics to meet customer service targets.

The role emphasizes ERP-driven scheduling, inventory analysis, and cost containment through proactive planning and collaboration across departments in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Five years of relevant experience.
• Experience in production planning, scheduling, or supply chain management.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and strong analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules using ERP systems to meet customer demand, inventory goals, and corporate objectives.
• Coordinate with operations, purchasing, and cross-functional teams to resolve material shortages, scheduling conflicts, and ensure timely order fulfillment.
• Monitor and analyze inventory levels, including excess inventory, and implement strategies for cost containment and efficiency improvements.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

High school education

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

This role ensures efficient material flow through the production cycle, manages manufacturing schedules, and supports cross-functional teams to meet customer service, inventory, and cost objectives.

You'll also be responsible for:

• Develop and maintain production schedules using ERP systems to meet customer demand, inventory goals, and corporate objectives.
• Coordinate with operations, purchasing, and cross-functional teams to resolve material shortages, scheduling conflicts, and ensure timely order fulfillment.
• Monitor and analyze inventory levels, including excess inventory, and implement strategies for cost containment and efficiency improvements.

Qualifications

We need an individual who has the ability to work collaboratively across departments in a fast-paced environment.

• Possess a high school education and five years of relevant experience.
• Experience in production planning, scheduling, or supply chain management.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and strong analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.