Planner

DSJ Global; Whippany (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k) with company match

PTO and paid holidays

Tuition assistance

Job summary

DSJ Global currently seeks a Planner in Whippany, NJ to bridge Supply Chain, Production, and Leadership, ensuring material availability for on-time operations. This high-visibility role requires coordinating forecasting, demand planning, and scheduling with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in materials/planning within manufacturing, strong Infor SyteLine experience, and excellent communication to influence at all levels, including shop floor and executives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 5+ years of materials planning, production planning, or supply chain planning in manufacturing.
• Strong ERP/MRP experience, preferably Infor SyteLine.
• Experience with forecasting, demand planning, production scheduling, and inventory management.
• Exceptional communication skills with ability to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute material plans to support production schedules and customer demand.
• Partner with production teams to understand material requirements and resolve shortages.
• Analyze forecasting data, inventory levels, and capacity constraints to support on-time delivery.
• Present demand forecasts, material risks, and planning insights to senior leadership.
• Maintain and optimize planning parameters within ERP/MRP systems (Infor SyteLine).
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Operations, Manufacturing, and Leadership to align objectives.
• Support S&OP activities and drive continuous improvement in planning.

Skills

Forecasting

ERP/MRP

Demand planning

Production scheduling

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Operations

Tools

Infor SyteLine

Job description

Planner (PR/610015) Whippany, New Jersey

Salary: USD90000 - USD110000 per year

Location: Whippany, NJ

About the Opportunity

Join a growing aerospace and defense manufacturer known for delivering highly engineered, mission-critical products that support some of the world's most demanding applications. This is a high-visibility role where you'll serve as the bridge between Supply Chain, Production, and Executive Leadership, ensuring materials are available to keep operations running efficiently and customers satisfied.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute material plans to support production schedules and customer demand.
• Partner directly with production teams on the manufacturing floor to understand material requirements and resolve shortages proactively.
• Analyze forecasting data, inventory levels, and capacity constraints to support on-time delivery performance.
• Present demand forecasts, material risks, and planning insights to senior leadership on a regular basis.
• Maintain and optimize planning parameters within ERP/MRP systems, including Infor SyteLine.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Purchasing, Operations, Manufacturing, and Leadership teams to ensure alignment across business objectives.
• Support S&OP activities and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the planning function.
• Monitor critical material shortages, expedite where necessary, and develop recovery plans to minimize operational risk.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related field.
• 5+ years of Materials Planning, Production Planning, or Supply Chain Planning experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong ERP/MRP systems experience, preferably Infor SyteLine.
• Experience with forecasting, demand planning, production scheduling, and inventory management.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders from the shop floor to executive leadership.
• Aerospace, Defense, or other complex manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
• U.S. Citizen or Green Card Holder required due to regulatory requirements.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture with strong executive visibility
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on supply chain performance and business growth
• Stable organization supporting mission-critical aerospace and defense programs