Strategic Demand Planner - Manufacturing & ERP

Chromalox; Cary (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Chromalox, part of the Spirax Group, is seeking a Demand Planner in Cary, IL to develop and own the production schedule aligned with the master plan and customer demands. You will coordinate materials, source outside operations, and ensure stocked inventories to maintain smooth production workflows.

You will work with multiple teams to analyze risks, schedule MOs and RMAs, manage Kanban, and ensure on-time delivery while driving continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with manufacturing demand planning.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing methods and kanbans.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret business documents and procedures.
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems; MS Dynamics ERP preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Develop and own the production schedule for the assigned area.
• Responsible for material scheduling, updating ERP system and editing routine documents.
• Create and schedule Manufacturing Orders (MOs) and Return Material Authorization (RMA) rework orders.
• Provide a check at the completion of MOs, ensuring materials, scrap and labor are issued.
• Facilitate communication between teams to analyze risks and capacities in the master production plan.
• Make delivery commitments on MTO products, checking material availability and capacity.
• Monitor actual performance versus plan and drive corrective actions.
• Report key deliverables to plant leaders in a timely manner.
• Communicate with customer service and suppliers to resolve issues affecting shipping schedules.
• Develop and own Kanban process and adjust size based on forecasted demand.
• Ensure there is a plan for every part from a system and production operation standpoint.
• Coordinate with outside processing suppliers, issuing POs and establishing delivery dates.
• Demonstrate continuous improvement and cross-functional problem solving.

Skills

Demand planning

Lean manufacturing

Data interpretation

Education

Technical degree in production/operations

Tools

MS Dynamics ERP

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Chromalox, part of the Spirax Group, is seeking a Demand Planner in Cary, IL to develop and own the production schedule aligned with the master plan and customer demands. You will coordinate materials, source outside operations, and ensure stocked inventories to maintain smooth production workflows.

You will work with multiple teams to analyze risks, schedule MOs and RMAs, manage Kanban, and ensure on-time delivery while driving continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.