Production Planner

We are seeking a highly skilled Production Planner to join our team at Lucy Electric. As a key member of our Supply Chain department, you will be responsible for overseeing the planning and scheduling of materials and production activities to ensure timely availability of materials and efficient utilization of resources in the manufacturing process.

• Forecast material requirements based on production schedules, sales forecasts, and inventory levels.
• Coordinate with procurement teams to ensure timely procurement and delivery of materials, components, and supplies.
• Develop and maintain production schedules based on capacity, resources, and customer demand.
• Monitor inventory levels of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods to ensure sufficient stock levels while minimizing excess inventory.
• Communicate production schedules and material requirements to production teams and other relevant departments.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements in materials planning and production scheduling and anticipate supply risks.
• Analyze production data, material usage, and inventory levels to identify trends, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement.

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics, or a related field.
• 2 years of experience in materials planning, production scheduling, or supply chain routines, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of production processes, inventory management principles, and materials planning techniques.
• Proficiency in materials planning software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel.

• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.