Component Planner

About the Role

A Component Planner receives project plans and demand information from other departments and uses this information to determine what materials will be needed and when. The Component Planner is responsible for managing inventory by maintaining reorder points/safety stock for both purchased and manufactured items.

The scope of this position encompasses supporting the day-to-day production needs of a leading global flow control company, specifically for our growing scotch yoke pneumatic actuator product line.

Responsibilities

• Schedule material demands and work order completion dates in system to support production schedule.
• Maintain and monitor Master Data.
• Revise essential system planning data to ensure ERP system is effectively planning future requirement.
• Minimize overall inventory valuation to optimal levels.
• Process requisitions for stock replenishment and special order requirements.
• Work with internal customers to ensure proper supply chain flow of products.
• Actively seek and implement cost saving alternatives.
• Ability to implement LEAN principles to planning and production processes is a growing need.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain or related field preferred.

4 years of experience working in a planning/production position required.

Experience with industrial products and electric equipment is highly preferred.

Experience with actuation and control products, and gear boxes, is a plus.

Experience utilizing MRP, SFC, and MPS systems required.

Experience with expediting components, capacity planning and slow-moving inventory is highly preferred.

Ability to review multi-layer BOMs and dynamically manage complex component demands.

Professionalism in working with other departments with the ability to expedite requests/orders through the appropriate processes and channels.

Must be organized, detail oriented, possess strong analytical skills, and have the ability to prioritize and execute the plan to meet deadlines.

Computer skills – specifically detailed knowledge of Excel and Power BI.

Proficiency in creating analytical tools is a plus.

This person needs to be a self-starter, proactive and a flexible team player.

Must be able to react quickly to urgent issues with the company’s overall best interest in mind.

Education

Preferred Bachelors or better in Business Administration or related field.

Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field.

Bachelors or better in Logistics /Supply Chain Management or related field.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay Plans
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy industry-leading benefits effective the first of the month after you have worked 30 days, including:
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid holidays and vacation
• 401(k) plan with matching contributions
• Healthy Work Environment: We provide a smoke-free, drug-free workplace to ensure a safe and productive atmosphere for all employees.
• Career Growth: We are committed to your professional development, offering numerous opportunities for advancement within the organization.
• An Exceptional Company Culture: Bray is a Privately-owned and operated business with over 30 Years of Engineered Excellence