Production Planner

Summary

Join 1906, a leader in the cannabis and nutraceutical industry, as a Production Planner. You will play a pivotal role in driving operational efficiency and ensuring consistent product availability by creating and managing production schedules, optimizing capacity utilization, and working cross-functionally. This role requires strong analytical skills, advanced Excel proficiency, and deep expertise in ERP systems. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience in production planning within the food or nutraceutical industry. This position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and the opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing company with a mission to enhance wellness. Apply now to be part of our team!

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in production planning within the food or nutraceutical industry
• Advanced Excel skills, including complex formulas, data modeling, and Power Query
• Strong analytical abilities with experience in demand forecasting, capacity planning, and inventory management
• Proficiency in ERP systems, particularly MRP modules, with a proven track record of optimizing planning processes
• Proven project management skills with experience leading cross-functional initiatives
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize under pressure
• Adaptable, detail-oriented, and capable of thriving in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize production schedules to maximize resource utilization while minimizing delays
• Refine capacity planning models to drive business growth and scalability
• Collaborate with production management to allocate labor and equipment effectively across sites
• Lead the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, working closely with sales and marketing to align forecasts
• Utilize MRP tools to balance service levels with operational efficiency, adjusting schedules as demand fluctuates
• Monitor inventory turnover, age, and stock levels to prevent stockouts and excess, ensuring timely product availability
• Manage finished goods and work-in-process inventories to meet stock targets, maintaining product availability and minimizing stockouts
• Plan and release daily production schedules, adapting to inventory constraints and operational changes
• Proactively monitor production performance against schedules, providing timely updates to stakeholders
• Analyze inventory levels, forecasts, and production receipts to develop monthly production plans
• Collaborate with sales teams to set minimum stocking levels and forecast customer demand accurately
• Anticipate risks to customer orders and develop contingency plans to address changes in demand or supply
• Serve as the ERP system expert, managing the MRP module to streamline planning and scheduling processes
• Lead initiatives to enhance ERP functionality, optimizing workflows to improve efficiency
• Ensure accurate data entry and daily transactions within the ERP system to support inventory control
• Track and report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as schedule adherence, on-time delivery, and inventory accuracy, driving continuous improvement

Preferred Qualifications

• A proactive self-starter who takes initiative and drives projects to completion
• Naturally curious, with a continuous improvement mindset and a passion for solving complex problems
• Comfortable working cross-functionally and collaborating with diverse teams to achieve shared goals
• Detail-oriented, analytical, and able to handle multiple priorities while staying focused on long-term results
• A team player who values open communication and collaboration

Benefits

• $70,000 - $85,000 annual salary based on proven experience, plus annual performance bonus
• Unlimited PTO w/manger approval
• 100% employer paid medical insurance for employees
• Dental and vision options
• FSA
• Short Term Disability options
• Long Term Disability options
• Life Insurance Options
• Parental leave
• Telehealth
• 401k with Employer Match
• Unlimited Growth in one of the fastest growing industries!