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Production Planner
| Company | Ecolab |
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| Location | Markham, IL, USA |
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| Salary | $64000 – $96000 |
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| Type | Full-Time |
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| Degrees | Bachelor’s, MBA |
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| Experience Level | Mid Level |
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Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Statistics, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field
- 2 years of work experience in supply chain planning, finance, marketing, or a related analytical discipline
- Experience with ERP systems, advanced planning systems, or equivalent software
- Prior experience with Microsoft Excel and Word
Responsibilities
- Manage raw material planning and purchasing to support production schedules
- Maintain safety stock levels and execute inventory replenishment strategies
- Collaborate with production managers, welders, and operators to ensure timely availability of parts and components
- Use SAP and other planning tools to maintain accurate data and support scheduling
- Partner cross-functionally to resolve material shortages and adjust ship dates as needed
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to operational efficiency
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with different audiences
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to drive decisions and build consensus among stakeholders
- Ability to navigate complex policy, process, and people-related organizational dynamics
- A track record of successfully delivering to Key Performance Indicators and business objectives
- Experience with cross-functional collaboration and communication skills
- Demonstrated ability for using a strategic mindset
- Advanced technical or business degree (MBA preferred)
- APICS Certification
- Experience in operational excellence or project management (e.g., TPM, Lean Six Sigma, Green Belt)
- Background in equipment or electronics production environments
