Purpose Statement: The Planning Manager will drive collaboration across the overall Plexus value stream. Coordinating and directing resources based upon balancing customer demand requirements and feasibility to achieve Customer Service Excellence and Operational Goals.
Key Job Accountabilities:
- Responsible for the competence, training and development of the Planning team, and ensure the functional teams adhere to SOP and Work Instructions.
- Facilitate collaborative processes with key functional teams (i.e. Materials, Production, Program Management, and Finance) that drive operational excellence.
- Support Demand Management and Planning processes related to Capacity Planning and Sales, Inventory, Operations & Planning.
- Manage and provide oversight and direction to the planning team to ensure the coordination and development to of a master production schedule that optimizes customer satisfaction, days of inventory and supports the site revenue plan.
- Responsible to exemplify and hold their team accountable to demonstrating the Plexus Core Values. Leader will focus on evaluating potential, driving succession planning, and ensuring their employees receive the development and coaching required to realize their full potential.
Education/Experience Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree with 8 or more years of related experience is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience will be considered.
Other Qualifications:
- Employee must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Employee must possess good written and oral communication, organizational and troubleshooting skills.
- The ability to take a proactive approach, and take ownership for all activities related to the success of the Focus Factory in order to ensure successful operations.
- Employee must work safely at all times and maintain confidentiality of all company and customer information.
- Must have computer experience with Google Workspace or Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and the ability to learn Plexus Data Collection and MRP/ERP systems.
- General office equipment and materials.
Physical Requirements:
- N/A
Travel Requirements:
- Less than 40%
This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree with 8 or more years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience with Google Workspace or Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel
- Ability to learn Plexus Data Collection and MRP/ERP systems
- Self-motivated, able to work independently and in a team environment
- Good written and oral communication, organizational, and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to take a proactive approach and own activities supporting Focus Factory success
- Ability to work safely and maintain confidentiality of company and customer information
Plexus Corp. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental and vision coverage are complemented by multiple plan options and wellbeing programs, including mental‑health support, virtual physical therapy and chronic‑condition management. This breadth, alongside tax‑advantaged accounts, indicates a robust health and wellness offering.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) program includes a clear company match administered by a major provider, with access to financial guidance resources. This delivers dependable retirement support within the overall rewards package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave and paid volunteer time off are part of the core package, with PTO that scales with tenure. This combination reflects comprehensive time‑away support across life and community needs.
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What We Do
Since 1979, Plexus has been partnering with companies to create the products that build a better world. We are a team of over 20,000 individuals who are dedicated to providing Design and Development, Supply Chain Solutions, New Product Introduction, Manufacturing and Aftermarket Services. Plexus is a global leader that specializes in serving customers in industries with highly complex products and demanding regulatory environments. Plexus delivers customer service excellence to leading companies by providing innovative, comprehensive solutions throughout a product’s lifecycle. For more information about Plexus, visit our website at www.plexus.com
