Senior Planner

Position Description

The Sr. Planner role will be responsible for managing and optimizing the planning processes for the assigned commodities and items to ensure the timely and cost-effective supply of materials and products. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong analytical skills, excellent collaboration abilities, and a deep understanding of supply chain dynamics.

Duties/ Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts and supply plans to support inventory planning and production schedules.
• Collaborate with project management and production teams to ensure alignment of forecasts with business objectives.
• Engage daily with shop supervision and leads to review and address daily work priorities; create and provide the daily work schedule.
• Run MRP and manage planning parameters (lead times, safety stock, lot sizes) for assigned items; review planned orders and communicate recommended actions and requirements to Procurement.
• Partner with Procurement and key suppliers to confirm delivery commitments, expedite or de-expedite orders, and resolve supply constraints and shortages that affect production or customer schedules.
• In conjunction with the Inventory Manager, monitor and manage inventory levels to optimize stock turns and minimize excess or obsolete inventory
• Analyze demand and capacity data to support make versus buy and sourcing recommendations, in partnership with Procurement, for cost savings while exceeding delivery expectations.
• Monitor market trends and supplier lead-time changes to proactively adjust plans and flag supply risks.
• Develop and implement planning strategies to improve on-time delivery, reduce expedites, and maintain service levels at an optimal inventory investment.
• Continuously evaluate and improve planning processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Prepare regular reports on inventory status, supply plan health, supplier delivery performance, and planning KPIs (e.g., forecast accuracy, on-time delivery, ECN Processing) for management review.
• Create and provide a weekly project health report-out on status, including current on-time delivery and projected future on-time delivery.
• Conduct data analysis to support decision-making and identify areas for improvement.

Required Skills/ Abilities

• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate across several departments and levels of company associates
• Proven track record of managing supply plans, supplier delivery performance, and inventory targets.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions.
• Proficiency in using ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Working knowledge of S&OP, demand planning, and inventory management principles.
• Required to work on-site in the office five days a week, with the ability to be on the shop floor regularly to support site needs.

Education & Experience

5+ years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or materials planning, preferably in a manufacturing environment. Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or a related field is preferred but not required. APICS CPIM certification is preferred but not required. Exposure to lean manufacturing or continuous improvement is a plus.

Work Environment

This is primarily a desk-based role, requiring extended periods of sitting and computer use. While the role is mainly desk-based, mobility within the office, manufacturing facility and customer sites may be required for meetings and interactions with colleagues.

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. Ability to traverse office, manufacturing facility and customer sites.

Trew EEO Statement

Trew and its companies are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.