Senior, Planner

Southwire Company, LLC; Carrollton (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Southwire Company, LLC in Carrollton, GA, is seeking a Senior Planner to develop and maintain detailed production and material plans, ensuring on-time delivery and efficient resource use in our electrical manufacturing environment. The role balances demand, capacity, and supply constraints while aligning with customer and business needs.

You will collaborate with procurement, logistics, and engineering teams, resolve scheduling conflicts, and apply advanced planning methods to improve forecast

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, business, or related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in planning or manufacturing.
• Master's degree preferred (8–11 years in industrial manufacturing).

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules to meet customer demands and company targets.
• Monitor production progress and adjust plans as necessary to address delays or changes.
• Coordinate with procurement, logistics, and manufacturing teams to ensure materials and resources are available.
• Analyze production data to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards throughout the production process.
• Communicate schedule changes and priorities to relevant stakeholders.
• Forecast inventory needs and manage stock levels to minimize shortages or excess.
• Prepare reports on production performance and present findings to management.
• Support the implementation of new production technologies and processes.
• Mentor junior planners and provide guidance on best practices.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Budgeting

Contract Management

Ethics & Conduct

Forecasting

Invoicing

Negotiation

Process Improvement

SAP

Supplier Performance

Education

Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, business, or related field

Master's degree preferred in industrial engineering or related field

Tools

SAP Applications

Job description

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools andjobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what's possible?

Location:SCUPP

Job Summary

Senior Planner develops and maintains detailed production and material plans to support on-time delivery, efficient resource utilization, and inventory optimization within the electrical manufacturing environment. Implements processes to balance demand, capacity, and supply chain constraints while meeting customer and business requirements. Assesses production needs and material availability to determine scheduling priorities and mitigate potential bottlenecks. Confers with production, procurement, logistics, and engineering teams to resolve planning conflicts and align on operational goals. Acts as a resource for colleagues by applying advanced planning methods and data analysis to improve forecast accuracy and workflow efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules to meet customer demands and company targets.
• Monitor production progress and adjust plans as necessary to address delays or changes.
• Coordinate with procurement, logistics, and manufacturing teams to ensure materials and resources are available.
• Analyze production data to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards throughout the production process.
• Communicate schedule changes and priorities to relevant stakeholders.
• Forecast inventory needs and manage stock levels to minimize shortages or excess.
• Prepare reports on production performance and present findings to management.
• Support the implementation of new production technologies and processes.
• Mentor junior planners and provide guidance on best practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Required Education & Experience

Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's Degree

Specialized Degree: Industrial engineering, business, or other related field.

Years of Experience: 5-7 Years

Field of Expertise: Industrial engineering, business, or other related field.

Preferred Education & Experience

Minimum Education Level: Masteras degree

Specialized Degree: Industrial engineering, business, or other related field.

Years of Experience: 8-11 Years

Field of Expertise: Industrial manufacturing.

Spans of Control

Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members: No

Travel

Travel: None

Physical Requirements

Moving: 25%

Standing: 25%

Sitting: 50%

Working Conditions

Office

Plant/Warehouse Floor

Equipment

Computer/Keyboard

Safety Glasses

Safety Shoes

Competencies

• Action Oriented
• Balances Stakeholders
• Collaborates
• Customer Focus
• Nimble Learning
• Plans and Aligns

Skills

• Analytical Skills
• Budgeting
• Contract Management
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• Forecasting
• Invoicing
• Negotiation
• Process Improvement
• SAP Applications
• Supplier Performance Management

Benefits We Offer:

• 401k with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave
• & More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.