The Vincit Group

Production Planner

The Vincit Group  •  United States (Onsite)  •  2 days ago
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Job Description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

JOB SUMMARY:

As a Production Planner, the primary responsibility will be to coordinate and plan production for our manufacturing facilities. The position will also be responsible for requisitioning raw materials and keeping adequate on-hand stock for production. This position holds a crucial role in ensuring proper levels of inventory are produced to reduce the amount of aged stock.

EDUCATION:

Required: High school diploma

Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Accounting or a related field.

EXPERIENCE:

Required: 2+ years of experience in a position related to inventory management

Preferred: 4-8 years of experience in a position related to inventory management, supply chain management, or demand forecasting.

POSITION REQUIREMENT(S): Specialized Skills/License/Certification

Required: Advanced understanding and experience in inventory planning. Experience using inventory management softwares and ERP systems. Strong communication and problem solving skills, with exceptional attention to detail.

Preferred: Previous experience with Sage X3. Experience in optimizing inventory levels, reducing carrying costs, and minimizing stockouts or overstock situations.

CORE COMPETENCIES (Essential Job Functions)

  • Plan optimized batches for the facilities assigned to the Production Planner.
  • Work with Sales, Operations, and other departments to obtain forecast information related to changes in sales demand, raw material availability, etc.
  • Calculate optimal batch sizes for entry into the ERP system.
  • Identify potential customer backorders and instigate corrective measures to avoid late shipments.
  • Assist with setting up inter-site transfers when needed.
  • Aged Inventory Review and suggestions to Sales/Operations for disposition or use.
  • Identify and help correct procedural or system issues that cause inventory inaccuracies .
  • Assist with cycle count and annual physical count process.
  • Other Duties as assigned

Location: 412 Georgia Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37403

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The Vincit Group

About The Vincit Group

The Vincit Group is a vertically-integrated organization of member companies that provides a single-source solution for chemical services, contract management, and automation and process engineering solutions throughout the U.S., Canada, and South America.

Our member companies are experts in their individual specialties. Each member company focuses on its core competency to provide maximum value to our clients. This vertically-integrated model allows us to lower your total cost of operation more effectively than our competitors. Whether you require equipment, customized chemical support, specialized logistics and delivery, or outsourced services—including professional plant sanitation management, continuous training, facilities wastewater management, or human resources and safety expertise—our goal is to improve your business.

Industry
Chemicals & Materials
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Year Founded
1968
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