Planner Analyst

About ANA:  

Alliance North America was established in 2017 and is proud to be the sole North American supplier of AIRMAN Power Generators, AIRMAN Air Compressors, MAC3 Pneumatic Air tools, and ANA’s exclusive Energy Boss ™ - Hybrid Energy System and Smart load bank system. Our commitment to our customers is to Make their World Easier, by answering the phone, understanding their needs, and taking ownership to provide them solutions. With a large parts inventory and more than 90% of all orders shipping within 24 hours, you never have to worry about spare parts. We help keep your fleet in top condition with our world class Support Department, who are always ready to help and be a resource by providing training on our equipment. 

ANA is headquartered in Henderson, Nevada with locations in Cypress, California and Spartanburg, South Carolina. ANA is growing and scaling and we are seeking a motivated Planner Analyst to join our growing team in an onsite location in Cypress, California.

We are looking for a sharp, analytical, and critical thinker to join our Operations team as a Planner Analyst. The Planner Analyst will be responsible for analysis & planning of the monthly build plan to support established customer commitments while maintaining adequate inventory levels. The Planner Analyst will collaborate with assembly managers to establish capacity output to support the company master assembly schedule. The Analyst will reflect demand changes in our planning systems to ensure high accuracy of supply needs and ensure accuracy in inventory records and item usage history.

The position is fully onsite, and the work schedule is weekdays at 8:00 - 5:00pm.

This role reports to the Planning Manager.

Role & Responsibilities:

• With guidance from the Planning and Inventory Manager, develop production, inventory management, and delivery plans to support both material and finished goods requirements
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including supply chain, finance, sales, and operations, to gather relevant data and insights
• Responsible for the timely release of assembly orders in quantities that supports upper-level demand
• Identify current and potential product shortages, develop, and execute recovery, advise key stakeholders of the status and recovery plans
• Monitor and optimize inventory levels to ensure availability while minimizing excess stock and obsolescence risks
• Identify demand, supply gaps, and propose corrective actions to optimize inventory replenishment and allocation strategies
• Utilize Material Requirements Planning system (MRP) to ensure that data is accurate and up to date
• Thoroughly review and understand existing BOM structures as well as the physical products
• Collaborate with manufacturing and operations teams to assess current capacity constraints and identify future capacity requirements
• Analyze production schedules, lead times, and resource availability to identify potential bottlenecks and capacity shortfalls
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to sales, demand, inventory, and operational efficiency
• Prepare regular reports and dashboards to communicate performance trends, insights, and recommendations to stakeholders
• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent 
• 3-5 years work experience in MPS/MRP planning and/or inventory control
• Proficiency in enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and planning software. Business Central a plus
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
• Outstanding planning and organizational skills with ability to change plans on short notice
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

ANA’s Core Values:

• Root Cause Problem Solving
• Be Creative with Solutions
• Build open and honest relationships
• Build a positive team and family spirit
• Be inclusive
• Look for better ways
• Be humble
• Urgency

Benefits & Perks:

• Competitive pay
• 401k with company contribution
• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Accident Insurance
• Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Appreciation Programs

You must be based in the United States and authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. Please be advised that ANA does not provide employment-based visa sponsorship for this position at this time.

ANA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.