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Role Summary
We are currently seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Production Planner with expertise in SAP to join our team. The Production Planning Administrator will play a vital role in supporting our production planning efforts by assisting with administrative tasks, managing SAP databases, and ensuring efficient scheduling and resource allocation. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience working with SAP in a production or manufacturing environment and possess strong organizational skills.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Utilize SAP software to manage and maintain production planning data, including production schedules, material requirements, and inventory levels
- Assist in the preparation and distribution of production planning documents, including production work orders, and reports.
- Coordinate with production teams to ensure timely completion of production orders and adherence to production schedules, utilizing SAP for scheduling and resource allocation.
- Serve as a point of contact for internal stakeholders, including production managers, procurement staff, and warehouse personnel, providing information and support as needed through SAP communication channels.
- Assist with data analysis and reporting tasks, extracting relevant information from SAP databases to generate reports and identifying trends in production performance.
- Collaborate with the IT department to troubleshoot any technical issues related to SAP usage within the production planning department.
- Provide training and support to production planning staff on SAP usage and best practices for data management and analysis.
- Assist in the development and implementation of production planning procedures and policies, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Stay informed about relevant SAP updates and enhancements, evaluating their potential impact on production planning processes, and recommending adjustments as needed.
- Partner with the master planner to evaluate monthly forecasted demand and capacity requirements.
- Work with Account Operation (AO) to manage end-to-end sales order fulfillment by generating, releasing, and adjusting monthly capacity plans across multiple production areas to align with operational targets and delivery expectations.
- Oversee production execution by tracking daily output across CNC machining, wet processing, cleanroom assembly, final packing, and shipment, ensuring adherence to committed schedules and recovery plans.
- Collaborate with cross-functional Engineering teams to support new product introductions (NPI), optimize cycle times and integrate preventive maintenance schedules into planning models.
- Coordinate closely with buyers and material planners to ensure just-in-time availability of materials, avoiding shortages and production downtime.
- Conduct cost variance analysis with finance team on materials, labor hours, and process routing to support financial controls and continuous improvement initiatives. Knowledge, Skills, Experience:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other relevant software applications.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
- Ability to analyze data and identify trends, with strong problem-solving abilities.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work independently or as part of a team.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies is desirable.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
Education, Certifications, Requirements
- Degree/Diploma in business administration, operations management, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience working with SAP software in a production or manufacturing environment, with proficiency in SAP modules relevant to production planning.
- Previous experience in a production planning or manufacturing role, with knowledge of production scheduling, inventory management, and supply chain processes.
- This job description outlines the primary duties and qualifications for the Production Planning Administrator position with expertise in SAP. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development within our organization. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for production planning and SAP expertise, we encourage you to apply and join our team
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