Production Planner - San Antonio, TX

Job Overview

The Production Planner manages the scheduling and timeliness of the production process to ensure the company meets all deadlines. The Production Planner will manage material and equipment availability, scheduling production and monitoring the production process for problems.

A Day In The Life

•    Manage existing material inventory levels, using SAP parameters or minimums, and maximize business security supplies.
•    Work closely with Customer Service, Production Supervisors, Distribution, Planning, Internal/External Customers, Product Engineering, etc. to ensure that components and raw materials are in time and form.
•    Follow up on back orders of manufactured and procured materials, expedite delivery of orders, make special arrangements for delivery as needed, and communicate to the respective departments the expected delivery dates and potential shortages.
•    Work with vendor and/or Hubbell Accounting to reconcile PO discrepancies.
•    Promote and maintain good business relationships with suppliers.
•    Recommend procedures to improve quality and reduce costs, as well as keep informed of new developments in related commodities. Share updates with the Materials department.
•    Managing the SAP System
•    Implement consignment, inventory management, etc. programs according to business needs.
•    Supervises and leads the shipping team
•    Provides support and training to the shipping team
•    Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of the shipping operations
•    Plan, organize, direct, manage and evaluate the shipping activities and budget of the department.
•    Maintain open dialogue with other management to coordinate activities and improve performance and productivity.
•    Cross-train worker teams for maximum production flexibility.
 

What will help you thrive in this role?

•    Minimum of 3 years' experience in shipping and or production environment.
•    Good organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to manage several projects simultaneously.
•    Proven ability to implement process improvement initiatives.
•    Strong knowledge of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
•    Proficient in Microsoft Office.
•    SAP system knowledge is helpful.
•    Communicates clearly and effectively.
•    Leadership skills and ability to manage staff.
•    Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
•    Self-motivated and able to work independently.
•    Must be adept at handling pressure in various customer situations and working well under deadlines.

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