SIOP Planner - Finishing Products

15000 Valmont Plaza Omaha Nebraska 68154

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The Scheduler/Planner – Finishing Products is responsible for the development and management of the Finishing schedule, balancing requirements from multiple sources to create and communicate a schedule promoting deliverables the customer and efficiency within the manufacturing operations. Schedule planning horizon is 0 – 6 months, with capacity segmented into daily, weekly, and monthly buckets. This Individual Contributor’s responsibilities include planning, scheduling, and coordinating the execution of the finishing schedule by reviewing inter‑site orders and supplier schedules, in alignment with the sales and operations plan.

This position is responsible for aligning resources with demand based on capacity planning and shop floor control principles. Areas of responsibility may include more than one production area or factory location. To align production schedules for efficient utilization of resources, it will be crucial to understand the requirements of operational teams at each scheduled area. This position manages work‑in‑process inventory (WIP) and finished goods inventory.

Reporting on production and supplier progress to goals is required. Creating and executing any required action plans to close gaps. Demonstration of the core values of the Valmont Way is required.

• This position reports to the Senior Manager Planning Systems and has no direct reports
• Create schedules and communicate plan effectively to key stakeholders
• Align schedules in support of customer demand, key performance metrics, division guidance for planning horizons and S&OP guidance
• Ensure rework is scheduled and completed in a timely manner
• Reconcile supplier invoice discrepancies. Periodically review for compliance with agreed upon terms and prices.
• Identify, negotiate, and resolve conflicts with respect to available capacity and proposed delivery date commitments
• Maintain scheduling and inventory parameters, such as lead‑times, delivery times and order file data
• Create a level supply schedule that satisfies customer demand with optimum inventory levels and efficient resource utilization
• Assist demand management in setting priorities when demand outstrips the division’s supply of products or the resources necessary to build the requested product
• Work with S&OP to understand competitive lead times. Seek ways to reduce internal and external lead times to achieve a competitive advantage.
• Produce Finishing schedules that have both validity (they meet or exceed customer demands) and integrity (they can be executed by the finishing sites)
• Contribute to a positive work environment and coordinate with other planning team members to align processes and goals

• Preferred Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field OR associate degree with 3+ years of experience OR 5+ years of relevant experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook
• APICS CPIM, CFPIM, SCOR‑P or CSCP certification, or successfully complete certification within 18 months of hire date
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing and planning techniques
• Strong attention to detail and quality of work
• Ability to aggregate, organize and process facts, data, and other information to define a problem and develop effective solutions
• Ability to work with minimal supervision