What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Planner position at Wurth Elektronik Watertown?
Job Title: Production Planner
Are you a tech-savvy strategist with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for precision? Join our fast-paced purchasing team as a Production Planner, where you'll be the critical link between forecasting, procurement, and inventory management for cutting-edge electronic circuit board components.
In this role, you'll:
• Analyze inventory trends and lead proactive purchasing strategies
• Ensure on time delivery availability of high-quality components
• Use advanced software tools to optimize planning, procurement, and reporting workflows
• Collaborate with Sales and warehouse to align inventory with production goals
• Work with the local and global purchasing teams to drive innovation and solutions for customer situations
What you bring:
• Exceptional computer skills and fluency with data-driven tools (ERP, Excel, etc.)
• Experience in inventory analysis and component purchasing (preferably in electronics)
• Strong organizational instincts and a drive for efficiency
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Curiosity to lean in to learn and understand customers, customer needs, and create solutions for them.
This job is located in Watertown, SD, M-F, 8-5pm.
We offer a full benefit package that includes Basic Life, Vision, and Short and Long Term Disability provided by the Company at no cost to you. Medical, Dental, Additional Life Insurance and Vision insurance for employee and family, Identity Theft Protection, and Legal Services Benefit are available at group rates through payroll deduction. A 401(k) Retirement Plan, Flexible Spending and Dependent Day Care Accounts are available. Benefits are available the first of the month following the hire date except for Short and Long Term Disability that have a 60-day waiting period.
