Supply chain Planning Specialist

Integrated Resources Inc.; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Integrated Resources Inc. is seeking a Planning and Scheduling Specialist to manage production scheduling and inventory levels in support of the supply chain. This mid-level technical position requires a bachelor's degree and proficiency in SAP and Excel, along with strong analytical and communication skills to effectively drive cross-functional improvements.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years' experience in planning/supply chain management.
• Experience with MRP and/or ERP systems.
• Intermediate skills in SAP and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Establish and manage the master production schedule.
• Plan and control scheduling activities supporting assigned items.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the planning team.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

APICS Certification (CPIM or CSCP)

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Job description

Integrated Resources, Inc is a premier staffing firm recognized as one of the tri-states most well-respected professional specialty firms. IRI has built its reputation on excellent service and integrity since its inception in 1996. Our mission centers on delivering only the best quality talent, the first time and every time. We provide quality resources in four specialty areas: Information Technology (IT), Clinical Research, Rehabilitation Therapy and Nursing.

Job Description

Education:
• Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in business or technical field (Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, or Statistics).
• APICS or equivalent certification desired (CPIM or CSCP)

Experience:
• SAP and Microsoft Excel (intermediate) experience required
• BPCS experience ideal
• Minimum 1-3 years’ experience in planning/supply chain management or scheduling functions using an MRP and/or ERP system.

Knowledge and Skills :
• 1-3 years’ experience creating and analyzing data using SAP and Microsoft Office Access, Excel, and Word.
• Strong analytical abilities with problem solving techniques, unconditional commitment to teamwork and communication.

Job Summary:

• Establish, manage, review, and communicate the master production schedule, for select items, to achieve Business Unit objectives for customer service and resource management.
• The Planning and Scheduling Specialist is a mid-level technical position in the Supply Chain function.
• The position is also expected to be a subject matter expert and is able to run cross-functional supply chain improvements. The position has the ability to clearly communicate complex data in an easy to understand format.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :
• Plan and control all scheduling activities supporting assigned items.

Balance production and inventory levels with demand to support target consistent with On Time In Full (OTIF) 97%, On Promise 97% (year end avg.; ship date), and equal to or less than eight week lead time per line.
• Provide back up for the Supervisor, Planning & Scheduling as needed.
• Review MRP and release shop orders
• Prepare and issue batch records to production
• Track bulk inventory receipts to ensure stock is allocated for Fine Chemicals.
• Coordinate movement of raw material inventory between facilities and between item numbers, including support of specialized raw material items restricted to certain customer formulations.
• Monitor shop floor activities to ensure promise dates are met.
• Clearly communicate complex data and supply chains to the business teams.
• Update and revise plans for changes in lead times, order quantities, service level and sourcing locations.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the planning team.
• Analyze and request lead time updates for produced items..
• Miscellaneous duties as required including rotation of after-hours support.
• Exemplary attendance and adherence to schedule.