Production Planner - ERP & Inventory Focus

Nichols Portland Inc; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids for the Future is seeking a Planner in Portland, ME to review daily customer demand, create/update/close jobs in the ERP system, and maintain production schedules for on-time delivery.

The role supports inventory control and requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent plus 3+ years in manufacturing planning, with strong Excel and ERP/MRP skills. Exempt, full-time position with growth opportunity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• 3+ years in a planning role within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Review customer demand daily and create, update and close jobs in the ERP system.
• Create and maintain production schedules to ensure on-time delivery.
• Support inventory control to maintain high inventory accuracy.
• Communicate delays or issues to supervisors and other teams.
• Collaborate with purchasing and production to meet timelines.

Skills

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

English fluency

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Kids for the Future is seeking a Planner in Portland, ME to review daily customer demand, create/update/close jobs in the ERP system, and maintain production schedules for on-time delivery.

The role supports inventory control and requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent plus 3+ years in manufacturing planning, with strong Excel and ERP/MRP skills. Exempt, full-time position with growth opportunity.