Planner

QRC Group; Cayey (PR); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

QRC Group is seeking an on-site Planner in Cayey, Puerto Rico, to support supply chain and manufacturing planning, ensuring material availability and optimized inventory levels. You will work with Manufacturing, Procurement, Warehouse, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to implement effective planning strategies aligned with business goals.

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical abilities, meticulous attention to detail, and experience operating in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Minimum 2 years in planning or supply chain with manufacturing exposure.
• Experience in regulated industries preferred (medical device/pharma).

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production and inventory plans from forecasted demand.
• Analyze inventory levels, material availability, and production needs.
• Monitor planning parameters and optimize service levels and inventory performance.
• Coordinate with Procurement and suppliers for timely material availability.
• Identify supply risks, shortages, and capacity constraints.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Warehouse and Quality to resolve issues.
• Generate reports on inventory, demand, capacity and production performance.
• Support planning for product launches, engineering changes, and initiatives.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects for planning and supply chain.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Regulated manufacturing experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Supply Chain / Industrial Engineering / Logistics

Job description

Cayey, Puerto Rico

Planner to provide on-site supportfor one of our clients, a global leader in medical technology located in Cayey,Puerto Rico. The Planner is responsible for supporting supply chain and manufacturing planning activities to ensure material availability, inventory optimization, and uninterrupted production operations. This role collaborates closely with Manufacturing, Procurement, Warehouse, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to develop and maintain effective planning strategies that support business objectives and customer demand.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to operate effectively within a regulated manufacturing environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production and inventory plans based on forecasted demand and business requirements.
  
• Analyze inventory levels, material availability, and production requirements to ensure continuity of operations.
  
• Monitor planning parameters and recommend adjustments to optimize service levels and inventory performance.
  
• Coordinate with Procurement and suppliers to support timely material availability.
  
• Identify and communicate potential supply risks, shortages, and capacity constraints.
  
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Warehouse, and Quality teams to resolve planning-related issues.
  
• Generate and analyze reports related to inventory, demand, capacity, and production performance.
  
• Support planning activities associated with product launches, engineering changes, and business initiatives.
  
• Participate in continuous improvement projects focused on planning, inventory management, and supply chain efficiency.
  
• Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable regulatory requirements.
  

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Logistics, or a related field.
  

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in planning, supply chain, materials management, inventory control, procurement, or related functions.
  
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
  
• Experience in Medical Device, Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, or other regulated industries is highly preferred.