Job Title:
Customer Demand Planner

Company: Gateway Recruiting Gateway to Global Careers Contingent, Retained, Contract Recruiting Services

Location: daytona beach, FL

Created: 2024-04-20

Job Type: Full Time

Job Description:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Demand plan new orders based on current capacity considering lead times, and customer need dates but ultimately driven by earliest available slot.Reviews orders delayed in Project Execution (due to customer approval delayschanges etc.) and realigns to suitable dates considering customer need, capacity, and any associated constraints.Review order lines during the pre-production phase for existing parts, attend design reviews for newly released parts, and review BOM buildtest requirements to identify risk.Understands customer's critical need dates and priorities loading the plan in line with that where possible working within business constraints and capacity.Handling impact to customer changes or cancellations reviewing stranded materials, labor, etc. to minimize impact to inventory.Identifying items for potential swap items in the schedule to support customer-critical deliveries.Liaising with the Operations team on optimal batch sizesMonitors project schedules and key milestonesUnder guidance from the Project Managers, conveys delivery scenarios and options directly to the customer on what the business cancannot achieve to lay out the best plan for all stakeholders.Based on feedback from Planning & Operations, conveys Operational limitations based on volume, constraints, complexity, etc. to the Projects Team to discuss with customer to find the optimal solutionReport accurate information within the ERP system in a timely fashion.Work with the Demand Coordinator to understand Orders forecaststrategic projects and Project Management & Operational team to develop optimal approach through production.Ensure clean handover to Operations for the upcoming Planning window.Attend meetings and present approaches, risks, concerns, and opportunities to meet needs.Maintain excellent communication and working relationships with all departments within the ply with and assist in the enforcement of all company safety policies.Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor and the Project ManagerEducation and Experience:High School Diploma or GEDBachelor's Degree in a related field or equivalent experienceCPIM Certification preferred.Min. 3 years of experience in supply chainplanning environment or Project Management utilizing MRP.Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Ability to work with changing demands in a fast-paced environment.Advanced understanding of Engineer to Order manufacturing processesStrong problem-solving skills using data-based analytics.Excellent communication skills with both internal and external customers at the executive levelProficiency in MS Office products with advanced knowledge of ExcelAbility to work with little to no supervision for extended hours.Professional appearance and behaviorExceptional customer service and support skills.Highly organized.Ability to deal effectively and tactfully with a wide variety of individuals.Ability to work independently in a dynamic environment; able to change direction, remain flexible, and respond.Problem solving.Excellent verbal & written communication skills.A "can-do" attitude.