Planner III

Key Responsibilities:

Kinaxis RapidResponse (Super‑User Level)

Own scenarios, what‑ifs, alerts, dashboards, and planning parameter governance.

Train planners & partners to strengthen APS adoption and planning discipline.

Support enhancements, configuration changes, and ongoing APS improvements.

Demand, Supply & Inventory Planning

Lead demand planning inputs, consensus cycles, and change‑impact analysis.

Manage supply plans using finite/infinite capacity logic across complex BOMs.

Drive inventory optimization through policy governance and exception management.

Production Execution & CTB Readiness

Maintain accurate production schedules and material alignment for multi‑level assemblies.

Own CTB visibility, long‑lead risk tracking, and supplier/material readiness.

Partner with Manufacturing to resolve capacity, shortage, and schedule risks.

S&OP / IBP Governance & KPI Management

Prepare inputs for S&OP/IBP reviews and lead scenario modeling.

Govern KPIs, exception queues, backlog/commit health, and planning performance.

Drive corrective actions and continuous improvement using data‑driven insights.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

Work with Engineering on ECR/BOM change impacts to plans.

Coordinate with Procurement on supplier commits and mitigation strategies.

Align priorities across Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Planning teams.

Qualifications Required Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field.

Required Experience

5+ years in production planning, supply chain, or manufacturing operations—ideally in high‑tech or semiconductor environments with complex, multi‑level assemblies.

LVHM contract manufacturing experience at Sr/Master Planner level.

Strong ownership of demand planning, supply planning (finite/infinite), and inventory optimization.

Experience driving S&OP/IBP governance and cross‑functional alignment.

ERP proficiency (SAP or Oracle) and advanced Excel skills.

Excellent communication and cross‑functional training capability.

Required Technical Skills

Kinaxis RapidResponse hands‑on experience (super‑user preferred): scenarios, alerts, parameter governance, user enablement.

Experience with ECR/BOM integration, CTB methodology, and APS parameter governance.

Strong analytical skills for forecasting, modeling, and production optimization.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in semiconductor equipment manufacturing or related industries.

Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field.

Lean Six Sigma certification (Green or Black Belt).