Supply Planner

The Supply Planner is responsible for generating and owning the Supply Plan for their assigned scope

(manufacturing plants and/or products) in partnership with their business stakeholders. The individual can

confidently develop a plan that balances supply demand and inventory that meets the business goals for cost

and service. This highly impactful and visible role will communicate and present with stakeholders and

leaders across the organization and will be a key owner in the monthly S&OP process

Principal Job Duties

Partner with the manufacturing teams to create the Supply Plan for the assigned scope

Own the Monthly Supply Planning process in the Monthly S&OP cycle

o Analyze current plan and assess gaps and opportunities

o During the monthly Supply Review align the team on the plan for supply (production inventory

build/burn and key raw material supply changes) at aggregated product and platform levels

o Evaluate analyze make recommendations and drive changes to improve capacity utilization;

participate in meetings regarding asset utilization capital needs staffing etc.

o Communicate changes to supply (production/inventory) to affected stakeholders in S&OP

Procurement Manufacturing and Logistics.

o On an annual basis work with the Manufacturing and Finance teams to generate the Supply

Plan for the AOP process

Work with the Master Planner and Schedulers for your sites/products to ensure that the order package

is aligned with the Supply Plan and drive actions to close the future gap

Facilitate Capacity and Capability analysis reviews as needed

Own and update assigned Master Data in the ERP system

Participate in manufacturing team meetings to provide inputs regarding overall S&OP and Demand

Plan and to learn significant manufacturing changes and needs

Other potential projects/responsibilities

o Participate to systems development and enhancements

o Work with Demand Planners to address issues regarding schedule/capacity challenges

inventory gaps to plan and determining the 18month supply view

o Continuous improvements to the Supply Planning process

Requirements

Job Requirements

Relevant BA/BS degree

57 years of relevant work experience

APICS or IBF certification preferred

ERP experience required SAP experience preferred

Analytical capability

o Advanced Excel

o Databases

o Ability to translate data into information and conclusions

o Ability to communicate the impact of the analysis

Strong judgment and confidence and business understanding to make decisions and challenge

stakeholders

Ability to communicate with business partners at different locations and different leadership levels

Ability to travel (up to 25%)

How You'll Perform The Role Produce molds and/or machined / fabricated parts accurately and efficiently within established timelines Handle cutting, drilling, reaming, boring, polishing, deburring and grinding of aluminum parts Handle cleaning, fitting, drilling and assembling of the tools Assist with sample making process when required Grind tools for custom requirements Know capability of various machines and related impact on parts/tools Come up with ideas for productivity improvements through engineering solutions like jigs, fixtures etc. whenever required Guide and assist co-workers whenever required Make wooden crates and pack the tools for shipment whenever required Lift and move product / parts / boxes when required Assist with cleaning up machines and their general maintenance Diligently follow lockout / tag out procedures whenever required Understand, maintain and follow the working procedures for machine shop Maintain proper housekeeping and 5S in own work area and around work units Perform all work in a safe manner and fully comply with the Safety and Quality (GMP) policies and procedures of the Company Any other duties as assigned by the Management What We Need From You Minimum High school diploma and Ontario Machinist Certification Minimum 5 years of experience in machine shop and fabrication for making thermoforming molds or similar applications Strong knowledge of different tooling machinery and its usage, including Milling Machines, Lathes, Drilling Machine, Band saw, Grinders etc. Able to verify dimensions of machined parts or tooling using different measuring instruments eg. Vernier Caliper, Micrometer, Height gauge etc. Able to read and interpret blue-prints or study sample parts to determine machining operations to be performed Strong knowledge of welding and brazing. Able to work accurately and efficiently with minimal supervision Should possess own basic tools Good English communications skills (verbal and written)