Principal Specialist, Production Planner (Onsite)

What You Will Do

• Develops and maintains production plans for materials planning and SIOP.
• Responsible for the development of standardized processes within materials planning and SIOP in order to optimize the utilization of business resources and meet customer expectations for delivery.
• Identifies appropriate demand streams and establishes data relationship linkages.
• Works with product development leaders and sales and marketing teams to develop demand forecasts.
• Responsible for planning capacity and fulfillment demand with plant manufacturing operations.
• Facilitates the capacity management process, including identification and escalation of long-term capacity gaps to ensure successful execution of customer demands in support of SI&OP.
• Executes continuous management of the production plan, including adherence to all required validations using the best information available, in order to provide long range OE and aftermarket demand visibility in support of financial planning, internal and external capacity management, and the overall SI&OP process.
• Mitigates risks for short term shortages with internal suppliers to ensure successful customer delivery.
• Maintains tracking and manages inter/intraplant work in process (WIP), promise dating, and expedite orders to ensure on-time delivery and flow.
• May oversee command center and drive part shortage resolution.
• Maintains monitoring of transportation and delivery of inter/intraplant parts and outbound finished products.
• Works with development engineers to create work orders, delivery without reference, and any other needed documents to support the development of new products and services.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience

Qualifications We Prefer

• Operations Management, Supply Chain Management disciplines preferred
• At least 4 years of experience in Planning, Supply Chain, Procurement, Manufacturing, Operations, or a related field.
• SAP experience or similar ERP system
• Ability to read engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of ACE/CORE and/or Lean Six Sigma is encouraged.
• Advanced proficiency in software programs such as: Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• APICS or CPIM certification

Additional Skills We Value

• Self-directed; strong planning and organization skills with ability to be adaptable to changing priorities and assignments.
• Manage daily tasks and come back with solid results / solutions.
• Ability to communicate effectively and persuasively, verbally and in writing, to individuals at all levels and to cross-functional groups.

About the Role

The Iowa State University Research Park (ISURP) serves as a launchpad for startups, a growth center for scaling businesses, and an R&D hub for major corporations. Located adjacent to 3,000 acres of contiguous university-owned test ground, ISURP offers unparalleled opportunities for ag-tech development, field trials, and large-scale research projects. The adjacent airport, robust infrastructure, and collaboration with Iowa State's BioCentury Research Farm (BCRF) create a unique environment where research seamlessly transitions to real-world application. By fostering collaboration between industry leaders, Iowa State University, and emerging talent, ISURP plays a crucial role in building the workforce of tomorrow—right here in Ames, Iowa.

Benefits

ISURP’s location provides direct access to 3,000 acres of contiguous university-owned test ground, offering unparalleled opportunities for ag-tech development, field trials, and large-scale research projects. The adjacent airport, robust infrastructure, and collaboration with Iowa State's BioCentury Research Farm (BCRF) create a unique environment where research seamlessly transitions to real-world application. By fostering collaboration between industry leaders, Iowa State University, and emerging talent, ISURP plays a crucial role in building the workforce of tomorrow—right here in Ames, Iowa.

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