Position Summary
The primary role of a SCM Production Planner is to build an optimal production schedule by balancing supply chain functions including, - material availability, capacity resource planning, inventory management, on-time delivery, and other functions. The role requires collaboration among cross-functional teams to ensure all departments understand and execute the plan on time.Role and Responsibilities
1. Scheduling - Update and revise schedules based on material availability by working in conjunction with the Purchasing team. MIP planners perform daily review of inventory and demand by updating PSI (Physical-Sale-Inventory) file, and adjust the plan to meet main line demand.
2. Master Data Management - Manage planning system parameters and master data to optimally reflect machine capacity.
3. Key Risks Identification - Communicate and engage production leaders to achieve set goals by reviewing the plan and all potential risks (may involve materials, capacity, equipment uptime / reliability, planned maintenance). During unforeseen situations (machine issues, broken molds, etc.), planners simulate the risk potential of the issues and report to management.
4. Market Demand Analysis - Performs market demand analysis for model group by analyzing factors (price tracking, sales results, WOS analysis)
5. KPI Management - Monitor planning KPI (SOP Execution, Production Linearity, etc), and provide root cause and countermeasure for rates under target.
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Skills and Qualifications
1. Education: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Mathematics, Business, or related field. (required)
2. Experience: No experience required (1 year experience in SCM operation or manufacturing experience preferred)
3. Knowledge: [Preferred]: Sales and operations planning (S&OP), Demand management, Forecasting, Supply planning, Supply Chain Management Process
4. Skills: [Required]: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to work in a fast paced and goal orientated environment.
High proficiency in Excel. [Preferred]: Technical experience with SAP
5. Domestic role. Limited interaction with other regions and HQ.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Mathematics, Business, or a related field
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, goal-oriented environment
- High proficiency in Excel
- One year of SCM operations or manufacturing experience
- Knowledge of S&OP, demand management, forecasting, supply planning, and supply chain management processes
- Technical experience with SAP
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave of up to 14 weeks is offered in U.S. entities, alongside family‑building support, caregiver resources, and adoption assistance. Semiconductor sites note fully paid parental leave for eligible employees and targeted programs for pregnancy and infant care.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous PTO equivalent to about 20 days per year for full‑time U.S. employees, increasing with tenure, is paired with company holidays. Some entities also promote flexible time initiatives and paid volunteer time.
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Retirement Support — Semiconductor units publicly detail a 401(k) match with immediate vesting, and other U.S. entities highlight strong retirement support. Additional financial programs such as student‑loan repayment and charitable‑gift matching bolster long‑term savings.
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