Planner needed at Auto-manufacturer - Milwaukie, OR

Job Description:

The Supply Chain Manager/Planner performs various Supply Chain planning-related activities and is responsible for the initiation, management, and coordination of production requirements, materials, inventory plans, and capacity planning required to attain production and inventory objectives for the business.

Essential Job Functions Include:

Develop production schedule and manufacturing plan consistent with finished product demand, resource availability, and inventory level objectives.

Schedules the production of materials that meet the inventory requirements of the business.

Review MRP and generate or release work orders to meet demand requirements and inventory plan.

Identifies and acts on exceptions to demand or production schedule.

Provides information to and coordinates with Buyers to aid in the scheduling of parts.

Maintains open communication with Production Management to ensure manufacturing and inventory plans are clearly understood and fulfilled.

Maintains accurate records and documentation for history and audit purposes.

Prepares and publishes quarterly, monthly and/or weekly schedules as directed by management.

Maintains updated procedures in support of Business System requirements.

May be required to work overtime.

Accountable for Sarbanes-Oxley compliance in assigned area. Responsible for design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, including a self-assessment and report to management.

Accountable for developing and monitoring processes and practices necessary for legal and ethical compliance in assigned area.

Work safely and without injury.

Responsible for prompt and regular attendance as scheduled.

Performs other various duties as may be assigned.

Builds and Manages Collaborative Relationships: Establishes and nurtures numerous relationships within VSG and Dover. Takes action to partner with the communities in which we operate and to be an appropriate corporate citizen.

Self-Awareness and Personal Development: Role models a personal leadership style that includes self-awareness; accepts feedback, understands and maximizes strengths while working to overcome weaknesses.

Customer Impact: Creates value for customers addressing known and unknown needs. Knows and understands all aspects of the global market, including: economics (regulatory issues, corporate compliance, etc.), products and services, channels, the customers and their end-markets.

Results Driven: Produces results that exceed Dovers strategic objectives via a combination of planning and implementation, while living the Dover Values.

Skills:

supply chain management, Procurement, Purchasing, Planner, Negotiation, Inventory management, Erp, Inventory, Supply chain

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

High-volume manufacturing experience produce over 3 million parts each year

Automotive experience is preferred but will consider if they have high-volume experience within metals components, electronic systems, etc.

Strong negotiation abilities and vendor management skills

Ability to coach, develop, and drive a teams performance

Continuous Improvement/Productivity skills

Strong experience with MRP/ERP systems required (company uses JD Edwards, willing to train on specific system)

Education and/or Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Professional certifications (ISM, ASCM) preferred.

1-3 years of previous production planning or supply chain planning experience.

Best v. Average

- ERP system experience ideally JD Edwards but open to train if have experience in supply chain with other ERP system

-Needs to have strong communication skills to communicate with manufacturing, buyers and vendors

-High volume low SKU environment

Disqualifier

- entry level candidates

- no ERP experience

-non manufacturing fields

Experience Level:

Intermediate Level

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent

Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com ( astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.