Planner

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick pay

Paid holidays

401(k) plan

Group medical, vision, dental, life, &

Short-term disability insurance

Kelly Discounts on goods and services

Weekly pay

Job summary

Kelly Services in Warsaw, IN seeks a Planner to provide tactical execution of purchasing and lifecycle management, from RFPs to PO generation, receipt and invoicing. You will collaborate with suppliers to ensure reliability, run RFQs, and support quality teams during issue resolution.

The role emphasizes data-driven decisions and cross-functional communication. The position requires 2+ years of related experience, strong data analytics, and ERP SAP/APO/SNP familiarity to optimize supply,

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years of related experience is required.
• Demonstrates strong analytical skills and ability to manipulate data into clear insights.
• Ability to make data-driven decisions based on business insights.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships across diverse teams.
• Ability to tailor communication to the audience and present to small-medium groups.
• Experience with an ERP system SAP/APO/SNP is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide tactical execution of purchasing through life cycle management from NPI to base business.
• Support general purchase orders, lifecycle management, RFP, PO generation, receipt, invoicing; ensure PO integrity in the system.
• Develop and execute RFQ requests for quotation.
• Communicate with suppliers to ensure supply reliability and confirm availability.
• Resolve invoicing issues with POs and support supplier quality during issue resolution.
• Monitor supply reliability, OTD, and inventory; support PPC activities and cost reviews.
• Lead PPV analysis, annual standard cost review, LT review, and CO approvals; partner with SQA and sourcing for supplier quality issues.
• Support RCCP/cMPS volume alignment, production scheduling, and shop floor control.
• Capture and report metrics data and assist in prioritizing inspections.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data manipulation

Decision making

Communication

ERP systems experience

Tools

SAP/APO/SNP

Job description

Kelly Services is currently seeking a Planner for one of our top clients in Warsaw, IN.

• Provide tactical execution of purchasing function as needed through life cycle NPI to base business.
• Provide support for general purchase orders life cycle management RFP, PO generation, receipt, invoicing; Integrity of PO s keeping orders accurate in the system.
• Develop and execute RFQ Requests for Quotation
• Communicating with Suppliers to ensure supply reliability confirm availability, expediting .
• Resolve invoicing issues with POs Collaborate and act as support source, R D and Supplier Quality during supplier issue resolution.
• Provide monitoring of supply reliability, NPD supplier performance On Time Delivery-OTD , inventory.
• Provide execution for negotiations receiving priorities Inspection priorities Slob Review PIR creation/updates PPV analysis Annual Std cost review SS analysis LT Review/update CO approval Partner with SQA and Source for Supplier quality issues Planning activities.
• Provide support for WC RCCP/cMPS volume alignment, Production schedules WO creation Shop floor control.
• Provide support for prioritization inspection priorities Capture, reconcile and report metrics data, etc.

Required

• A minimum of 2 years of related experience is required
• Demonstrates strong analytical skills- ability to manage and manipulate large amounts of data and convert to clear business information is required
• Ability to make decisions based on data and business insights is required
• Ability to build strong collaborative relationships, considering diverse perspective and styles is required
• Ability to target their communication as appropriate for the audience and make presentations to a small-medium sized audience is required
• Experience with an ERP system SAP/APO/SNP/etc. is required

Preferred

• Supply Chain Certification APICS/IBF is preferred
• Planning or manufacturing experience in a medical/Pharmaceutical or Consumer industry is preferred
• Ability to apply project and person leadership to successfully achieve project, team, and individual goals
• Ability to influence others in a matrix environment is preferred
• Ability to challenge the status quo and evaluate processes to determine if refinements would enhance results and productivity or quality and/or ability to work with continuous improvement tools is preferred

Important information:

This position is recruited by a remote Kelly office, not your local Kelly branch. Applicants must be legally permitted to work in the United States.

Why Kelly®?

The Managed Solutions practice within Kelly Outsourcing and Consulting Group (KellyOCG®) is one focus within the full array of Kelly Services® workforce solutions.

Kelly Services has transformed from the staffing industry pioneer to a leading workforce solutions provider. KellyOCG is the distinguished outsourcing and consulting segment of Kelly Services, known for applying a forward-looking approach that enables companies to make strategic workforce planning decisions that impact their business and competitive advantage.

The Managed Solutions practice area of KellyOCG is dedicated to partnering with clients to architect and implement solutions that put them in a position to meet their operational obligation to their organization and freedom to focus on their more strategic business needs.

Benefits

• Vacation and sick pay
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) plan
• Group medical, vision, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance options
• Kelly Discounts on goods and services, auto and home insurance, and tuition at Kelly partner schools
• Kelly Learning Center offers free courses and trainings
• Weekly pay

About Kelly Services®

As a workforce advocate for over 70 years, we are proud to have a role in managing employment opportunities for more than one million workers around the globe. We employ 550,000 of these individuals directly with the remaining workers engaged through our talent supply chain network of supplier partners. Revenue in 2015 was $5.5 billion. Visit kellyservices.com and connect with us on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter.

Kelly Services is an equal opportunity employer including, but not limited to, Minorities, Females, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life-just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice.

Why Kelly® Engineering?

Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting‑edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long‑term opportunity, we’re here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.