Demand/Production Planner

Demand/Production Planner

About the Job

The Planner role is crucial to ensuring seamless supply chain operations, production schedules, and on-time delivery of our products. You will play a pivotal role in optimizing our ERP system, improving inventory management, and driving supplier performance. This is a high-impact role that directly supports our commitment to delivering on time, every time.

What You’ll Do

• Ensure On-Time Delivery
• Achieve on-time delivery targets of 95%+ by ensuring critical components are available for production.
• Proactively manage material planning and procurement schedules to support production timelines.
• Optimize ERP Utilization
• Lead the effort to improve ERP system accuracy and efficiency by ensuring proper setup and maintenance of inventory data (e.g., item master, BOM accuracy).
• Perform data validation and collaborate with internal teams to streamline ERP processes.
• Drive Supplier Management
• Develop and implement supplier performance tracking, focusing on reducing lead times and improving delivery reliability.
• Conduct supplier meetings to address performance gaps and ensure timely resolution of issues.
• Improve Forecast Accuracy
• Analyze historical data and collaborate with sales and operations teams to create demand forecasts with 85%+ accuracy.
• Adjust forecasts monthly based on real-time data and business needs.
• Inventory Control and Classification
• Implement ABC classification and other methodologies to optimize stock levels and ensure proper inventory tracking.
• Conduct weekly meetings to review inventory levels, open POs, and work-in-progress components.
• Support Production Scheduling
• Collaborate with the production team to monitor adherence to schedules, identifying and resolving bottlenecks as needed.
• Track production performance metrics and adjust plans to meet targets.

Required Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in Supply Chain/Engrg
• ERP Expertise: Proficiency with ERP systems, with prior experience in setting up and managing inventory, BOMs, and production planning.
• Planning Experience: 5+ years in supply chain, production planning, or a related role in manufacturing or technology.
• Analytical Skills: Strong capability to analyze data, identify trends, and drive actionable insights.
• Communication Skills: Ability to coordinate effectively with cross-functional teams, including sales, procurement, and operations.
• Attention to Detail: High standards for data accuracy and system integrity.

Employee Value Proposition

• Join a fast-growing team at the forefront of technology in robotics and defense.
• Opportunity to implement critical systems and processes that will shape the company’s operational success.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment with growth opportunities.
• Competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and comprehensive benefits.