Experienced Planner

About the role

The Senior Production Planner plays a critical role in ensuring efficient manufacturing operations, on-time customer delivery, and effective utilization of resources. This position is based in North Tonawanda, NY.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules based on customer demand, sales forecasts, inventory targets, and production capacity.
• Analyze demand requirements and translate them into detailed production plans and schedules.
• Collaborate with procurement and supply chain teams to ensure timely availability of raw materials and components.
• Cook with manufacturing to optimize labor, equipment, and facility utilization.
• Coordinate capacity planning activities and identify potential bottlenecks or resource constraints.
• Track key planning metrics including schedule attainment, inventory levels, and capacity utilization.
• Conduct root cause analysis for production disruptions and implement corrective actions.
• Support Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes by providing production and capacity insights.
• Drive inventory optimization initiatives while maintaining service level targets.
• Maintain accurate planning data within ERP/MRP systems.
• Develop and implement process improvements to increase planning efficiency and operational performance.
• Mentor and support junior planners and planning team members.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and quality requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5-10 years’ experience in planning or similar buyer/planner position.
• Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) or equivalent experience.
• Strong ability to navigate Microsoft-based programs, and web-based software.
• Intermediate level skill with Microsoft Excel: pivot tables, filtering, formulas, conditional formatting, slicers, etc.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, in English.
• Strong problem-solving skills, simplifying solutions, and performing root cause analyses.
• Able to professionally manage conflicts with internal and external stakeholders and provide clear, well thought out recommendations.
• Ability to operate with a sense of urgency and consistently deliver results.
• Strong leadership abilities with a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• Self-directed with a commitment to achieving objectives.
• Transparent and authentic communication style in all interactions.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing principles.
• Experience with S&OP processes.
• Experience with inventory management and optimization.

Skills

• Microsoft Excel proficiency.
• Problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
• Collaborative and team-oriented approach.
• Urgency and results-driven mindset.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance on the first day of employment.
• 401k match up to 5%.
• Paid Holidays.
• Paid Time Off.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Annual safety shoe and safety glasses reimbursement.

Why Armstrong Fluid Technology?

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