Associate Planner

Associate Planner

Job Description

IVDR

Main Purpose of Role:
The Associate Planner performs production planning, scheduling and inventory management with limited supervision to maintain adherence to production schedules.

Main Responsibilities:
Analyze planning requirements and initiate appropriate action to support the production schedule and / or material demand.
Plan, order and manage inventory and materials.
Serve as liaison with other departments to minimize impact on schedule(s). serve as point of contact for production and material related concerns and communications.
This position is accountable for the following: support of the department through administrative and tactical execution of specific tasks as communicated by the department manager; contribute to short-term, mid-range and long-term organizational goals; facilitation / execution of production planning and scheduling processes as well as material management.
Errors or failures to achieve results may add cost and may impact the goals of the organization.

Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree (± 16 years) - an equivalent combination of education and work experience
Relevant work experience or exposure within a regulated environment to sufficiently demonstrate the core job responsibilities of the position.
Ability to clearly, concisely and accurately convey communications; Ability to form and develop interpersonal, professional relationships; display socially and professionally appropriate behavior; Ability to work independently and in groups; Demonstrated initiative and problem-solving skills; critical-thinking skills; Ability and aptitude to use various types of databases and other computer software; Ability to prioritize; - strong organizational and project management skills; Ability and aptitude to provide solutions and contingency plans through the comprehensive review of alternatives.

Notes:
8am - 5pm
Monday - Friday

VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.