Strategic Production Planner - Data Driven, Cross-Functional

Manpower; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower in Carlsbad, CA is seeking a Production Planner to support material availability, ensure on-time delivery, and optimize planning processes. You will analyze data, maintain master data in ERP, and work with Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Supply Chain teams to resolve shortages and constraints.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision-making, report generation, and continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment. Strong Excel and MRP skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) or supply chain management.
• 3+ years’ of experience in supply chain management, production planning, or purchasing.
• Strong understanding of MRP and production planning principles.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, Power Query, advanced formulas, and data analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and support decision-making.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production plans to support customer demand and manufacturing schedules.
• Monitor and maintain planning parameters, including safety stock, reorder points, lead times, lot sizes, and MRP settings.
• Analyze production, inventory, and supply chain data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Generate reports and dashboards to support Production Planning and Operations.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Purchasing, Warehouse, and Supply Chain teams to resolve material and capacity constraints.
• Support root cause analysis for production shortages, late orders, and planning exceptions.
• Maintain planning master data and ensure data accuracy within ERP systems.
• Drive continuous improvement through data analysis and process optimization.

Skills

MRP

Advanced Excel

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Manufacturing environment

Communication

Education

Bachelor degree in STEM or supply chain

Job description

Manpower in Carlsbad, CA is seeking a Production Planner to support material availability, ensure on-time delivery, and optimize planning processes. You will analyze data, maintain master data in ERP, and work with Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Supply Chain teams to resolve shortages and constraints.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision-making, report generation, and continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment. Strong Excel and MRP skills are essential.