FFP
Planning and Logistics Analyst
FFP, Vista, California, us, 92085
JOB SUMMARY:
The Planning Analyst is responsible for scheduling the usage of production materials to ensure optimal production levels. The Planner must evaluate suppliers for quality and timeliness and match according to goals. This position will monitor material supply flow and identify any shortages or bottlenecks in usage that may arise.SKILLS, TRAITS, AND COMPETENCIES:Strong analytical, prioritizing, people and problem-solving skillsDemonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and change the course of action quicklyAbility to work independently as well as be willing to follow directions and best practicesAbility to ask appropriate and meaningful questions to gain a clear understanding of technical issues.
Use this information to determine the appropriate course of action and the priority level of the issueMultitasking; Can handle multiple projects with changing priorities and frequent interruptionsCollaborative; Demonstrates a desire and ability to work well within a teamDetail oriented and follow-through skillsAbility to work under pressureSelf-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines, and reportingExercises professional maturity with excellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong commitment to quality customer serviceKEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Correspond with sales, customer service and operations to ensure orders are captured and fulfilledDevelop Master Production Schedules that satisfy customer service expectationsReview material availability and create, release and schedule production based on customer needs and material availabilityPeriodically review inventory status and master data in ERP systemPlan, organize, and coordinate production in a manner that meets customer expectations within accepted published lead timesCoordinate production workflows for one or multiple productsPlan and prioritize operational schedules to ensure maximum performance and minimum delayObtain output information (number of finished products, percentage of defectives etc.)Manage raw material master data in variety of systems to ensure accuracy and data qualityAutomate reporting and enhance business processes to improve planning efficiency and effectivenessManage analytical reporting and dashboards that proactively identify risks and resolutionsWork with raw material planning team to identify raw material risk and ensure supporting MRP systems reflect forecast and demand for productsMonitor data input to any Material Requirements Planning (MRP) system or IT system for accuracy and resolve any issues as requiredParticipate in regular planning reviews and prepare data in line with changesReviews data integrity for the Bill of Materials (BOM)Track Inventory Trends and Monitor Inventory against agreed upon target levels, making recommendations based on findings and analysisCommunicate with stakeholders sharing reports, updates, and analysis to aid in decision makingCollaborate with production, operations, quality control, warehouse and other staffWork independently with minimal supervisionWork with internal departments in the commercialization process to ensure that new items are successfully launchedSupport Logistics Functions; flag delays, communicate effectively with carriers critical to the Supply Chain, Operations and Delivery Demands for CustomersAbility to work Cross Functionally with ERP and Multiple Departments to ensure Demand and On Time Distribution of Critical CustomersOther duties as assignedRequirementsMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:Preferred Education: Associate degree or higher in Supply Chain Management, Systems Engineering, business or other relevant field of studyRelevant experience: 5+ years’ experience in Production, Supply, Materials Planning, or logisticsSkills:
Analytical and problem-solving, people, communication and presentation skills.Technical Knowledge:
Experience as production planner, knowledge of production planning and quality control principles, experience with MRP II (Manufacturing resource planning), knowledge of MS Office (Excel and Power BI) and ERP systemsPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Ability to work in a seated position for prolonged periods of time and operate computer equipmentAbility to occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb or balanceAbility to lift 25 pounds occasionallyMust be able to work for an extended period in a freezer and non-airconditioned environmentBenefitsMedical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance effective on the first of the month following start dateHealth and Wellness Incentives10 Days of Vacation9 Paid Company Holidays5 Personal Days401(k)Health Savings Account (H.S.A.)Long-Term and Short-Term DisabilityLife InsuranceAccidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The Planning Analyst is responsible for scheduling the usage of production materials to ensure optimal production levels. The Planner must evaluate suppliers for quality and timeliness and match according to goals. This position will monitor material supply flow and identify any shortages or bottlenecks in usage that may arise.SKILLS, TRAITS, AND COMPETENCIES:Strong analytical, prioritizing, people and problem-solving skillsDemonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and change the course of action quicklyAbility to work independently as well as be willing to follow directions and best practicesAbility to ask appropriate and meaningful questions to gain a clear understanding of technical issues.
Use this information to determine the appropriate course of action and the priority level of the issueMultitasking; Can handle multiple projects with changing priorities and frequent interruptionsCollaborative; Demonstrates a desire and ability to work well within a teamDetail oriented and follow-through skillsAbility to work under pressureSelf-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines, and reportingExercises professional maturity with excellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong commitment to quality customer serviceKEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Correspond with sales, customer service and operations to ensure orders are captured and fulfilledDevelop Master Production Schedules that satisfy customer service expectationsReview material availability and create, release and schedule production based on customer needs and material availabilityPeriodically review inventory status and master data in ERP systemPlan, organize, and coordinate production in a manner that meets customer expectations within accepted published lead timesCoordinate production workflows for one or multiple productsPlan and prioritize operational schedules to ensure maximum performance and minimum delayObtain output information (number of finished products, percentage of defectives etc.)Manage raw material master data in variety of systems to ensure accuracy and data qualityAutomate reporting and enhance business processes to improve planning efficiency and effectivenessManage analytical reporting and dashboards that proactively identify risks and resolutionsWork with raw material planning team to identify raw material risk and ensure supporting MRP systems reflect forecast and demand for productsMonitor data input to any Material Requirements Planning (MRP) system or IT system for accuracy and resolve any issues as requiredParticipate in regular planning reviews and prepare data in line with changesReviews data integrity for the Bill of Materials (BOM)Track Inventory Trends and Monitor Inventory against agreed upon target levels, making recommendations based on findings and analysisCommunicate with stakeholders sharing reports, updates, and analysis to aid in decision makingCollaborate with production, operations, quality control, warehouse and other staffWork independently with minimal supervisionWork with internal departments in the commercialization process to ensure that new items are successfully launchedSupport Logistics Functions; flag delays, communicate effectively with carriers critical to the Supply Chain, Operations and Delivery Demands for CustomersAbility to work Cross Functionally with ERP and Multiple Departments to ensure Demand and On Time Distribution of Critical CustomersOther duties as assignedRequirementsMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:Preferred Education: Associate degree or higher in Supply Chain Management, Systems Engineering, business or other relevant field of studyRelevant experience: 5+ years’ experience in Production, Supply, Materials Planning, or logisticsSkills:
Analytical and problem-solving, people, communication and presentation skills.Technical Knowledge:
Experience as production planner, knowledge of production planning and quality control principles, experience with MRP II (Manufacturing resource planning), knowledge of MS Office (Excel and Power BI) and ERP systemsPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Ability to work in a seated position for prolonged periods of time and operate computer equipmentAbility to occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb or balanceAbility to lift 25 pounds occasionallyMust be able to work for an extended period in a freezer and non-airconditioned environmentBenefitsMedical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance effective on the first of the month following start dateHealth and Wellness Incentives10 Days of Vacation9 Paid Company Holidays5 Personal Days401(k)Health Savings Account (H.S.A.)Long-Term and Short-Term DisabilityLife InsuranceAccidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)