Graco is a provider of premium pumps and spray equipment for fluid handling in the construction. The Product Planner Co-op will forecast, plan, and schedule assigned products to meet customer needs efficiently, ensuring customer service level objectives and inventory goals are met.
Responsibilities
Forecast
Maintain a working knowledge of forecasting methods and processes and learn any new system enhancements provided in the forecasting system and recommend improvements.
Ensure forecasting system is maintained and daily, weekly and monthly maintenance is performed and exceptions are analyzed. Forecasts adjusted as required and driving the correct requirements to meet demand.
Use GAINS to create, adjust and maintain product and component forecast to drive the Oracle planning system.
Communicate with marketing to refine and improve data to accurately forecast product.
Plan all purchased and manufactured parts utilizing the best ordering approach. EOQ, min/max, fixed days, Kanban, MRP, etc
Ensure accurate planning parameters are set in planning systems – GAINS, Oracle
Schedule manufacturing orders and ensure customer requirements are met.
Plan capacity of assigned area and sub-contract work if necessary.
Give work direction and prioritize schedules on the shop floor.
Communicate with customer service to align priorities to meet customers requirements
Plan and execute the flow of externally procured material from the supplier into the factory for assigned products ensuring inventory optimization and flow of material.
Ensure planning information is communicated with suppliers in a timely manner. Phase out, delivery changes, etc.
Work with suppliers on establishing Kanban agreements to reduce inventory and lead-time.
Proactively communicate supply shortages to appropriate personnel.
Manage inventory to ensure cell objectives are met and in line with company objectives.
Manage assigned product to meet customer service and inventory plans.
Manage surplus and obsolete inventory and actively disposition inventory if required
Identify and implement best business material planning strategies to support corporate and divisional objectives, providing Graco a competitive advantage in all areas of the supply chain.
Define, drive and implement process improvements and systems improvements for materials activities. Provide timely, accurate results to streamline and improve processes.
Effectively represent material planning on cross-functional teams within Graco. Drive continuous improvement in all aspects of the supply chain.
Report on areas such as inventory and service levels
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Must be either a Sophomore or Junior in College, working on receiving a Bachelors degree in Business or Supply Chain Management.
Good verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge of Supply Chain and Lean Manufacturing concepts, practices, and procedures.
Competent PC skills
Preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Stock purchase plan
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Graco is a provider of premium pumps and spray equipment for fluid handling in the construction.
