{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"8531247fdcbb8d649ba500ca","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8531247fdcbb8d649ba500ca","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8531247fdcbb8d649ba500ca","title":"Planner","description":"Manufacturing PlannerThe Manufacturing Planner is responsible for planning, analyzing, adjusting, and communicating production plans to maximize the efficient use of materials, capacity, and resources. This role supports business objectives by aligning supply, demand, and inventory strategies to ensure smooth operations and on-time delivery.\r\nKey Responsibilities\r\nDevelop, analyze, and communicate production schedules to optimize resource utilization\r\nIdentify and communicate supply and distribution constraints to refine the S&OP plan\r\nExecute and support the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process\r\nEstablish, manage, and apply inventory strategies to balance availability and cost\r\nEnsure delivery commitments are met within production capacity\r\nMaintain accurate planning and system data within ERP/MRP platforms\r\nMonitor and follow up on purchase order processing according to established business rules\r\nDetermine, review, and optimize MRP parameters to support operational efficiency\r\nCoordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve scheduling and material issues\r\nTrack production progress and proactively adjust plans as needed\r\nSupport continuous improvement initiatives related to planning, distribution, and workflow optimization\r\nQualifications & Experience5+ years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or distribution within a manufacturing environment\r\nDegree in Operations Management, Aerospace Manufacturing, or equivalent relevant experience\r\nStrong working knowledge of planning tools, ERP/MRP systems, and inventory management principles\r\nProficiency in Microsoft Office applications\r\nSkills & CompetenciesStrong analytical, mathematical, and statistical skills\r\nExcellent proactive problem-solving abilities\r\nSound judgment to ensure effective prioritization and implementation of solutions\r\nResource management and organizational skills\r\nIn-depth understanding of planning and distribution operations\r\nAbility to communicate complex information clearly with leadership and site partners\r\nCollaborative mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally\r\nExperience supporting process improvement initiatives\r\nStrong multitasking abilities with quick decision-making skills\r\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills","company":"Foresight Technologies","rawCompany":"foresight technologies","city":"Tempe","state":"AZ","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-11T01:24:20.844Z","occupations":[{"code":"43-5061.00","title":"Production, Planning, and Expediting Clerks","slug":"production-planning-and-expediting-clerks"},{"code":"11-3051.00","title":"Industrial Production Managers","slug":"industrial-production-managers"},{"code":"11-3071.04","title":"Supply Chain Managers","slug":"supply-chain-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"332710","title":"Machine Shops","slug":"machine-shops"},{"code":"336411","title":"Aircraft Manufacturing","slug":"aircraft-manufacturing"},{"code":"336413","title":"Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing","slug":"other-aircraft-parts-and-auxiliary-equipment-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Planner","description":"Manufacturing PlannerThe Manufacturing Planner is responsible for planning, analyzing, adjusting, and communicating production plans to maximize the efficient use of materials, capacity, and resources. This role supports business objectives by aligning supply, demand, and inventory strategies to ensure smooth operations and on-time delivery.\r\nKey Responsibilities\r\nDevelop, analyze, and communicate production schedules to optimize resource utilization\r\nIdentify and communicate supply and distribution constraints to refine the S&OP plan\r\nExecute and support the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process\r\nEstablish, manage, and apply inventory strategies to balance availability and cost\r\nEnsure delivery commitments are met within production capacity\r\nMaintain accurate planning and system data within ERP/MRP platforms\r\nMonitor and follow up on purchase order processing according to established business rules\r\nDetermine, review, and optimize MRP parameters to support operational efficiency\r\nCoordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve scheduling and material issues\r\nTrack production progress and proactively adjust plans as needed\r\nSupport continuous improvement initiatives related to planning, distribution, and workflow optimization\r\nQualifications & Experience5+ years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or distribution within a manufacturing environment\r\nDegree in Operations Management, Aerospace Manufacturing, or equivalent relevant experience\r\nStrong working knowledge of planning tools, ERP/MRP systems, and inventory management principles\r\nProficiency in Microsoft Office applications\r\nSkills & CompetenciesStrong analytical, mathematical, and statistical skills\r\nExcellent proactive problem-solving abilities\r\nSound judgment to ensure effective prioritization and implementation of solutions\r\nResource management and organizational skills\r\nIn-depth understanding of planning and distribution operations\r\nAbility to communicate complex information clearly with leadership and site partners\r\nCollaborative mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally\r\nExperience supporting process improvement initiatives\r\nStrong multitasking abilities with quick decision-making skills\r\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills","datePosted":"2026-04-11T01:24:20.844Z","dateModified":"2026-04-11T01:24:20.844Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Foresight Technologies","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Tempe","addressRegion":"AZ","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"8531247fdcbb8d649ba500ca"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8531247fdcbb8d649ba500ca"}}