Planner 1/Master Scheduler

Illumina; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 68,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Equity potential

Job summary

Illumina in Boulder, CO is seeking a Planner 1/Master Scheduler to own production scheduling, master data maintenance, and BOM accuracy. You will lead weekly planning meetings, coordinate procurement and manufacturing, and monitor inventory targets to meet demand across multiple work centers.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years in ERP/Planning, familiarity with SAP or Microsoft Dynamics 365, and CPIM/CSCP where possible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of related experience or advanced degree without experience
• Experience in ERP, planning systems, and master planning in manufacturing/operations
• Proven ability to create solutions for multi-mode manufacturing and planning processes
• Knowledge of CPIM/CSCP preferred; strong communication and presentation skills

Responsibilities

• Maintain accuracy of planning master data and BOMs to ensure valid MRP output
• Lead weekly production planning meetings and align schedules with Manufacturing
• Develop and maintain schedule adherence metrics and resource utilization
• Coordinate cycle counting and inventory level targets across multiple work centers
• Create, issue, and maintain production orders; support procurement and logistics as needed
• Be SME for ERP system and contribute to cross-functional process improvements

Skills

ERP planning

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Multi-tasking

APICS CPIM/CSCP

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Job description

What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity? At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients. Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accuracy of all planning master data for assigned products to ensure valid and accurate MRP output.
• Maintain Bill of Materials for assigned products.
• With Procurement, maintain the appropriate inventory level of purchased materials.
• Coordinate and consolidate all product and material demand sources to effectively build a Master Production Schedule in line with production capacity.
• Lead the weekly production planning meetings and align schedule with the Manufacturing teams.
• Develop and maintain metrics for schedule adherence and utilization.
• Communicate requirements and schedule activities to effectively utilize available resources across multiple work centers.
• Ensure all resources are available to meet the production plan.
• Coordinate cycle counting activities and process improvements to achieve a high count accuracy.
• Monitor inventory/replenishment levels to achieve inventory targets, production mix flexibility and minimize excess/obsolescence in multiple work centers.
• Create, issue, and maintain production orders for assigned products.
• Support Procurement as necessary to work with suppliers, manufacturing, logistics, and accounts payable to resolve shipment and invoice discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Participate and/or serve as Supply Chain representative on assigned company projects.
• Leads and participates in departmental or cross functional process improvement programs.
• Be a SME for the ERP system.
• Other tasks to assist the broader Supply Chain team as required.

Requirements

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree – major in business, engineering, supply chain, or science is preferred.
• Experience in ERP, Supply Chain Planning System software experience with Buyer/Planner, Production Planning and Master Planning roles in manufacturing or operations required.
• Demonstrated ability to create solutions for multi-mode manufacturing and planning processes.
• Leverage underlying product/process knowledge to quickly assess changes, understand implications and determine solutions.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines, proven ability to multi-task effectively.
• Ability to build effective relationships and influence people.
• Knowledge and experience using computerized ERP/Inventory management system required, SAP and/or Microsoft Dynamics 365 preferred.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to illustrate complex issues to peers and management teams in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to smoothly and quickly adjust to changes in company strategies/goals.
• APICS – CPIM/CSCP certification preferred.

The estimated base salary range for the Planner 1/Master Scheduler role based in the United States of America is: $68,400 - $102,600. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. The range reflects long-term growth in the role; therefore, most candidates are hired between the minimum and middle of the range. Placement depends on experience, skills, location, and internal equity.

• We offer a wide range of benefits as innovative as our work, including access to genomics sequencing, family planning, health/dental/vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off.
• Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package.

We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission.

Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics.

We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race.

We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information.

Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws.

Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact [e-mail]. To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf.

The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

The potential of genomics to change the world is unparalleled. At Illumina, we are leading the way. Our technology empowers researchers and clinicians globally to improve cancer treatments, change the course of diseases, protect the environment, and fight food insecurity. We are made up of dedicated professionals, all-in on creating a better world – and we need every skill set on our path to making genomics useful for all. Learn more about life at Illumina.