Production Planner

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools andjobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner.We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuitionreimbursement andunlimited growth opportunities. Ourmore thanseven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developinginnovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardshipand enhancing the well-being ofthe communitiesin which we work and live.How will you power what'spossible?Location:El Paso, TXShift: Days (7am-5pm)Job SummaryResponsible for Scheduling and Sales, Inventory, and Operations (SIOP) planning. Drive plant loading to deliver plant profit plan and monthly forecast accuracy. Also responsible for strategy and development of Master Production Plan and issuing executable level loaded production schedules for all product lines within the facility. Considers customer expectations and overall profit plan when optimizing planning processes and scheduling resources. Key ResponsibilitiesDaily Communication and Coordination with Production Supervisors, Buyer, Planners, Engineering, and Customer Service to ensure schedule adherence to production plan to meet customer expectations and overall profit plan. Develops recovery plans when needed.Delivers detailed capacity and resource planning based on incoming orders and profit plan/forecast information.Monitors order backlog, incoming order rates and economic cycles to deliver information and strategies to deliver plant financials though the cycle. (order flow from customers and material availability from suppliers). Coordinates with all the departments to ensure smooth flow of materials, information, and resources.Responsible for identifying and leading Supply Chain continuous improvement activities including supplier engagements, cost savings initiatives, process improvements, and supporting Lean projects.Develops MRP policies and planning methods to optimize both internal and external resources required to support customer delivery schedules.Optimizes customer service metrics using lean philosophies while minimizing inventory and costs.Notify the Manager when available resources do not support the production plan (MPS) or meeting the contract date is at risk.Required Education & ExperienceRequired Education: High School DiplomaRequired Experience: 2-4 Years in ManufacturingPreferred Education & ExperiencePreferred Education: Specialized Degree or equivalent years of experience in a manufacturing setting.Preferred Work Experience: 5-7 Years of Manufacturing ExperienceSpans of ControlDoes this role manage Southwire Team Members: NoTravelDomestic Travel less than 20% of the timePhysical RequirementsStanding - 50% of timeSitting - 25% of timeWalking - 25% of timeWorking ConditionsOfficePlant/Warehouse FloorVarious ShiftsOvertime, Weekend,s & HolidaysExtreme Heat/ColdOther: On call rotation over the weekends/holidays to meet business demandsEquipmentComputer/KeyboardSafety GlassesSafety ShoesCompetenciesAction OrientedBalances StakeholdersCollaboratesCustomer FocusNimble LearningPlans and AlignsSkillsInventory ControlProduction ProcessProduction ScheduleMaterial Requirements PlanningBusiness AcumenDemand PlanningAnalytical SkillsSAP ApplicationsPublic RelationsData EntryBenefits We Offer:401k with MatchingFamily and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)Paid Time Off & Paid HolidaysLong & Short-Term DisabilitySupplemental Insurance PlansEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Referral ProgramTuition Reimbursement ProgramsAdvancement & Professional Growth opportunities Parental Leave& MoreSouthwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.