Demand Planning Professional

Reference Number: GDTNDP17

Demand Planning Professional

Not Disclosed

Rockford, TN

10.0 Months

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

Healthcare

$19/hour - $24/hour

Job Description

Role Responsibilities
Initially a support role for existing demand planners.
Over time, may take on specific product planning responsibilities as they learn.
Core tasks align with job Develop and maintain production schedules.
Plan materials and manage inventory.
Use MRP system for forecasting and planning.
Prepare requisitions for materials/components.
Collaborate with manufacturing and procurement teams.

Develop & maintain production schedules to ensure timely delivery of product
Plan materials ensuring optimal inventory levels are maintained
Use MRP system to forecast demands, plan production and manage inventory, with a strong understanding of production planning principles.
Prepare requisitions to obtain necessary materials & components.
Collaborate with manufacturing team to ensure deadlines are met
Collaborate with purchasing/procurement team to ensure supplier timeliness
Comply with all company regulations and safety standards, following SOPs / MPIs
Knowledge of bill of materials
Product phase in/ phase out knowledge
Support of R&D new product releases from R&D phase through release to production
Strong knowledge of SAP

Experience Requirements
Minimum: Open to candidates with 2+ years if they have relevant skills and experience.

Top Skills & Must-Haves
Microsoft Excel & Word proficiency (spreadsheets and documentation).
Attention to detail and accuracy (especially with numbers and inventory control).
Production scheduling experience.
Manufacturing planning experience.
Strong communication skills (cross-functional collaboration).

Preferred/Nice-to-Have Skills
SAP experience (ERP system used by the company).
Inventory control background.
Experience with other ERP systems (Oracle, etc.) may help, but SAP is unique.

Team & Collaboration
Works with:
Two other demand planners.
Finance team.
Shipping/receiving and stockroom personnel.
Production supervisors and associates.
Communication and teamwork are critical.

Notes:
Onsite
Mon - Fri 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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.