Planning Analyst

Orion Steel Group; Portland, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Apprenticeship opportunities

Career advancement

Job summary

Oregon Steel Mills LLC in Portland, OR seeks a Planning Analyst to align production strategies with market demands and optimize manufacturing efficiency. This full-time onsite role offers a strong compensation package and a clear path for growth.

Responsibilities include RFQ management, order review, demand optimization, BI reporting, inventory control, financial modeling, and scheduling optimization. A Bachelor's degree and 3–5 years in planning or analytics are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 3–5 years in production planning, supply chain, or data analytics.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; SQL and ERP experience preferred.
• Strong cross-functional communication and data-driven thinking.
• Ability to work extended hours during peak periods.

Responsibilities

• RFQ management: oversee RFQ intake and processing.
• Order review: validate orders against inventory and constraints.
• Demand optimization: map demand to raw material SKUs.
• Business intelligence: develop reports and KPIs.
• Inventory control: manage finished goods and SKU turnover.
• Financial modeling: analyze scheduling options and present recommendations.
• Strategic scheduling: identify ordering patterns to improve predictability.

Skills

Excel proficiency

SQL

Data analytics

Cross-functional communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Tools

SQL

ERP systems

Job description

## Planning AnalystApply: Portland, OR, USA: Full time: Posted Today: R8013At Oregon Steel Mills LLC, our strength starts with our people! As a team we collaborate to solve problems, contribute ideas and challenge each other to ensure growth and ultimately success for the business and our employees.**Join the Oregon Steel Mills team in Portland** as a **Planning Analyst**. Base salary starts at $75,000 per year with monthly incentive bonus opportunities. Our amazing benefits package starts on your very first day and includes low cost family medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible spending and health savings accounts, paid vacation and paid holidays, a 401k plan with a 5% employer match, and an additional employer funded retirement savings account.In this dynamic and critical role, you will align production strategies with market demands to optimize manufacturing efficiency and ensure seamless operational flow. Full-time onsite presence is required for this position.**Key Responsibilities:*** **RFQ Management:** Oversee the intake and processing of commercial Requests for Quote (RFQs).* **Order Review:** Validate incoming orders against inventory capacity and manufacturing constraints prior to acceptance.* **Demand Optimization:** Map customer demand to optimal raw material SKUs to minimize conversion costs and maximize yield.* **Business Intelligence:** Develop reports, KPIs, and data analyses to support Business Unit objectives.* **Inventory Control:** Manage finished goods stock levels, evaluate SKU turnover, and optimize inventory health.* **Financial Modeling:** Analyze the financial impact of various scheduling options and present recommendations to leadership.* **Strategic Scheduling:** Identify customer ordering patterns to improve predictability and scheduling efficiency.**Requirements:*** **Education:** Bachelor's degree in business or a related discipline, preferred; equivalent experience will also be considered.* **Experience:** 3–5 years in production planning, supply chain, or data analytics.* **Technical Skills:** Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency; SQL and ERP implementation experience, preferred.* **Soft Skills:** Exceptional cross-functional communication and data-driven critical thinking.* **Adaptability:** Ability to manage tight deadlines and willing to work extended hours as needed during peak workloads.Our total compensation package includes amazing benefits!* Competitive wages and bonus opportunities* Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost* Short and long term disability programs* Competitive retirement plans* Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts* Employer-provided and Voluntary Life Insurance options* Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays* Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company* Tuition reimbursement* Wellness program**All applicants must be eligible to work in the USA.****While we thank all those who apply, only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted.****Equal Opportunity Employer**Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [e-mail] or call: [phone]. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.