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Production Planning Manager

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Flex

Production Planning Manager

Milpitas, CA

Job Posting Start Date 12-12-2024 Job Posting End Date 02-12-2025

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.

We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion and cultivate a workplace culture of belonging that views uniqueness as a competitive edge and builds a community that enables our people to push the limits of innovation to make great products that create value and improve people's lives.

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Job Summary

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we're looking to add a Production Planning Manager located in Milpitas, CA.

Reporting to the Sr Director, Materials & Logistics , the Production Planning Manager Will coordinate and expedite the flow of work and materials within or between departments of an establishment according to production schedule.

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What a typical day looks like:
  • Coordinates schedule of activities with customer on planning, scheduling, shipping and material acquisition during program start-ups.
  • Produces revenue analysis and annual operating (AOP) plan and other forecast reports.
  • Conducts special studies, investigations and analyses relating to the introduction of new products or processes to effect cost reduction and yield improvements.
  • Responsible for the development and implementation of the company's production control functions including Master Scheduling, Production Planning/Coordination, Shop Scheduling, and Dispatching.
  • Develops, implements and approves items such as material requirements, planning systems, work in process tracking, material and labor variance controls and manufacturing performance reporting.
  • Approves quantities, schedules and parts list provided to the material control organization to ensure timely and complete ordering, receipt and issuance of production material requirements.
  • Responsible for planning, reviewing and developing production procedures and personnel.
  • Maintains reports to reflect scheduling, methods, support performance and process procedures.
  • Interfaces with customers to ensure delivery commitments are met and with subordinates, functional peer group managers and senior management.
  • Develops material planning models to ensure proper material planning and optimal inventory positions for customer programs. Utilizes models for determining material planning parameters for components.
  • Interfaces with purchasing to expedite problem parts and to reschedule material deliveries that will result in excess inventory.
  • Notifies Materials and Program Management of material situation that affect the attainment of the production plan.
The experience we're looking to add to our team,
  • Bachelor's degree
  • +6 years of experience in similar position
  • Knowledge of the MS Office (Excel, Word)
  • Manages Production Control Planning and Master Scheduling.
  • Experience coordinating and expedite the flow of work and materials within or between departments of an establishment according to production schedule.
  • Must have working knowledge of the following: Kinaxis; BaaN V MPS and Work Order Management; SIOP; LvC
  • Ability to interface and communicate with different levels of the organization
  • Strong communication skills and collaborated
What you'll receive for the great work you provide:
  • Full range of medical benefits, dental, vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Matching 401K
  • PTO
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee discounts at local retailers
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Pay Range (Applicable to California)

$109,500.00 USD - $150,600.00 USD Annual

Job Category
Global Procurement & Supply Chain

Is Sponsorship Available?
No

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).

Client-provided location(s): Milpitas, CA 95035, USA
Job ID: Flex-WD192831
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • FSA
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
    • Company Outings
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Lunch and Learns
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led