Planner - Ditch Witch

## Planner - Ditch Witch Apply locations:
Perry, OKtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Yesterday job requisition :
JR16548
** Who Are We?
** Ditch Witch is a premier division of The Toro Company. At Ditch Witch in Perry, Oklahoma we pride ourselves on being the leading manufacturer in the underground pipe and cable market. Our plant in Perry stands out because it's a place for people to learn and thrive. We enjoy coming to work because our plant is our community, we see our teammates not only as co-workers but as neighbors and family members.

All of our locations build the intricate network of machinery that contributes to The Toro Company. We contribute to building communities, cities, and the world.  We invite you to apply and join a team of highly skilled, and highly passionate people. ##
** Planner at Ditch Witch:
** The Planneris responsible for assuring, on a continual basis, that an uninterrupted flow of production material is available to support the production process. It also monitors inventory levels, expedites material, and audits material adjustment transactions to support a minimum inventory production process. The Planner will plan, schedule and release, purchased parts in an effective manner while supporting company objectives regarding inventory, sales volume, product cost, and customer demand.

** Sponsorship:
*** Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
* We are unable to consider OPT, J1 or F1 students, nor sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment VISA at this time - regardless of expiration date.
** What Will You Do?
** In order to grow and build a successful career with The Toro Company, you will be responsible for:
* Plan all purchased parts within area of responsibility. Make decisions to release, firm, cancel, expedite, or defer work based upon current inventory, demand, and capacity.
* Maintain appropriate inventory levels to support production plan.
* Manage inventory level and advise of overages or shortfalls of inventory and any availability constraints.
* Work independently with suppliers to manage material supply to ensure on-time deliveries.
* Maintain accurate purchase order information in the ERP system.
* Monitor and correct all advanced shipping notice transmissions.
* Ensure materials meet specifications, quality standards, and are cost-efficient.
* Coordinate with other departments regarding production goals, timelines, supplier payments, etc.
* Track appropriate metrics to drive results and continuous improvement.
* Develop strategies and tactics to effectively manage assigned inventory portfolio, with the intention of minimizing costs and improving supply chain performance.
* Work with engineering, production, and sourcing to stop procurement of material affected by engineering change and coordinate proper rotation of inventory to minimize scrap/reworked.
* Represent Production Planning and Analysis at various meetings and relay necessary information.
* Collect information, compile into standard formats and prepare monthly reports as required.
* Provide input for inventory reports, surplus stock lists, production specifications, and plant capacity data as requested.
* Effectively communicate requirements to meet production schedules, while maintaining good supplier relationships.
* Work with sourcing, quality, and receiving to return rejected or damaged inventory to the supplier.
* Assist in supplier relationship management including meetings and supplier visits.
* Keep well-informed of external factors that may affect the supply chain.
* Special projects as assigned.
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* Note:

** The responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the company.
*** What Do You Need?
** To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements:
* High school diploma or equivalent required; plus a minimum of 1-3 years of relevant related experience as a minimum.
* Experience in supply chain and/or manufacturing with focus on production planning/scheduling and materials management disciplines preferred.
* Exhibit a professional, self-confident image.
* Must possess good…