Materials Planner

Sanmina Corporation; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanmina Corporation is seeking a Material Planner to perform manual supply/demand analysis and to establish optimal factory loading schedules. You will develop and manage demand intake for products, supporting the END item supply plan within the MRP framework.

The role requires 3+ years of production planning experience, exposure to contract manufacturing, and advanced Excel skills. Oracle ERP knowledge and APS tools are preferred for effective planning and execution.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years Production Planning experience.
• Experience working in Contract Manufacturing.
• Ability to communicate effectively with Program Managers, Sales, and Customers.
• Strong planning, scheduling, and what-if analysis skills.
• Detail oriented and data driven.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required.
• Working knowledge of Oracle ERP systems and APS analysis tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage demand intake for products and contribute to END item supply plan in MRP.
• Analyze demand vs. supply and identify risks to meeting schedules.
• Perform what-if analyses for demand changes before finalizing with customers.
• Run MRP for changed demand and updated supply requirements.
• Coordinate with Master Production Scheduling to ensure closed loop feedback.

Skills

Planning

Scheduling

What-if Analysis

Excel

Communication

Oracle ERP

APS tools

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Oracle ERP

APS analysis tools

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Category (For Job Seekers)

Materials/Planning/Procurement/SCM

Location

H3401 - Plant 9 Manchester NH - Manchester, NH 03103 US (Primary)

Job Description

Material Planner

Job Description

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated m anufacturing so l utions provider serving the fastest growing seg m ents of th e g l oba l Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) m arket. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina Corporation provides en d -to-end m anufacturing solutions , delivering superior quality and support to Orig i na l Equip m ent Manufacturers (OEMs) pri m arily in the com m unications networks, defense and aerospace, industr i al and se m iconductor syste m s, medical, m ulti m edia, co m puting and storage, auto m otive and clean technology sectors. Sanmina Corporation has facilities strateg i cally located in key regions throughout the world.

Job Purpose : Performs manual supply/demand analysis to arrive at optimal factory loading schedule

Nature of Duties/Responsib i lities :

• Responsible for developing and managing demand intake for product and contributing to the creation of the END item supply plan in the MRP.
• Works on issues of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors.
• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
• Normally receives general instructions on routine work, and detailed instructions on new projects or assignments.
• Has the authority to make responsible decisions comparable to scope of position.
• Analyzes the demand requirements vs. the supply commitments and possibilities.
• Performs due diligence by conducting what-if analyses for all demand changes, prior to agreements being made with customers.
• Executes MRP run for changed demand and end item supply requirements.
• Works with Master Production Scheduling to ensure closed loop feedback process is in place for all potential risks to meeting supply.
• Works with Purchasing to confirm materials availability for all demand requests that require orders to be expedited or placed within lead-time.
• Works with Account Management and Supply Chain Management for agreement of order quantities and rules, buffer inventories, etc.
• Reviews the plan with Master Production Scheduling weekly to understand changes, review capacity loads, and materials plans/risks.

Education and Experience

• Minimum of 3years Production Planning Experience
• Experience working in Contract Manufacturing
• Ability to effectively communicate with Program Managers, Sales, and Customers
• Strong planning, scheduling, and what-if analysis skills
• Detail oriented
• Command of Microsoft Excel at advanced level required.
• Working knowledge of Oracle ERP systems and APS analysis tools preferred

Sanm i na is an Equal Opportunity Employer