Production Planner

Benefit CosmeticsYou’re sooo Benefit!The production planner is responsible for planning and determining the timing and amounts of purchase orders to produce new product launches. This role oversees the production of a product from early PO placement through manufacturing and finally through product distribution to ensure on time new product launch success.Job ResponsibilitiesWhat You’ll Do:Production Scheduling: Determine requirements and timelines for Purchase Order (PO) placement to schedule production and component deliveries, directly impacting budget and product launch success. Supplier Relationship Management: Independently manage end-to-end relationships with suppliers and subcontractors for their products, and plan product production. Be a main point of contact for new vendor relationships and ensuring clear understanding and alignment on our operational processes. Negotiation & Procurement: Negotiate with vendors regarding delivery timing and purchase order size to meet deadlines, inventory requirements, and budgetary considerations, while ensuring best pricing. Risk Management & Expediting: Proactively identify potential late shipments and determine when to expedite deliveries by running in-depth analysis. Coordinate with logistics on urgent shipments and negotiate with vendors as needed. Cross-Functional Coordination: Coordinate and plan with Procurement, and New Product Planning teams to ensure on-time development and deliveries. Inventory Accuracy: Partner with the inventory team to ensure accuracy of system and physical inventory and identify any discrepancies. Performance Analysis: Conduct production post-mortems to analyze areas for improvement and plan future productions. Partner with process engineering to finalize scrap rates from mass production. ProfileQualifications: Minimum 1-2 year experience in Planning, Project Management, or Purchasing/Procurement Possesses a clear understanding of project management and production timelines. Proficient Excel skills. Axapta, SAP and PowerBI experience a plus. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent combination of education and experience.Additional InformationSchedule:Remote - requires quarterly travel to a Benefit OfficeThe target salary range for this position is $72,000-108,000 annually. The actual salary offered is based on market location and will depend on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, years of relevant experience; certifications or other professional licenses held; other legitimate, non-discriminatory business factors specific to the position; and the geographic location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will perform the job. This position is eligible to earn an annual bonus. This position is also eligible for the following benefits, including but not limited to: comprehensive health, dental and vision plans; a 401(k) plan with employer matching, various paid time off programs; employee discounts/perks; life insurance; disability insurance; flexible spending accounts.Contract type: Permanent Job