Strategic Production & Inventory Planner

Celestica Inc.; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Celestica Inc. seeks a Planner/Analyst to develop and manage production schedules, coordinating demand, capacity and materials to ensure on-time delivery.

The role requires 2–4 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree, with strong analytical abilities and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration. Based in Richardson, TX, the position emphasizes optimization and process improvement.

Qualifications

• Plans and executes a production schedule based on demand and capacity.
• Uses MRP concepts to align material availability with plan.
• Analyzes capacity, urgency, and inputs to adjust schedules.
• Communicates schedule implications to stakeholders and procurement.
• Maintains accuracy of production data and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develops production schedules for designated products.
• Revises plans based on actuals and changes in demand.
• Coordinates resources to meet shipment commitments.
• Provides information on materials availability to build plans.
• Leads continuous improvement of planning processes.

Skills

Production planning

Scheduling

Analytical skills

Communication

Capacity analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Celestica Inc. seeks a Planner/Analyst to develop and manage production schedules, coordinating demand, capacity and materials to ensure on-time delivery.

The role requires 2–4 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree, with strong analytical abilities and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration. Based in Richardson, TX, the position emphasizes optimization and process improvement.