Production Planner Requisition ID: 44860 Job Location(s): Searcy, AR, US Employment Type: Full Time Segment: Danfoss Power Solutions Segment Job Function: Supply Chain and Operations Work Location Type: On-site **Job Description** The primary function of the Production Planner is to plan and allocate materials in a continuous improvement culture to provide timely delivery to customers with minimal inventory investment. This includes timely release requirements against customer orders to support manufacturing requirements and coordinating interface with suppliers on delivery. Actively support and strive to meet the strategic goals set by yourself, the facility and Danfoss. **Job Responsibilities** Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following. + Timely planning and execution of work orders to support daily operations, including reviewing work order material shortages and executing timely delivery of raw materials for production including prompt and proper actions to MRP planner messages. + Determines order points, appropriate order quantities, safety stock and related inventory controls; evaluates deviations from normal guidelines on assigned parts by recommending alternative actions to be employed in the event of failure to meet production schedules. + Support daily production and communication meetings; inform supervisor and shop floor of material shortages that adversely affect the production plan and schedules. + Ensure that material and capacity are planned correctly, researching present and potential material shortages and incorporating corrective actions. + Identify and execute opportunities to increase On-Time Delivery while decreasing inventory investment. + Participate in identifying, communicating, and resolving supplier problems through the development and maintenance of ethical supplier relationships that foster a desire to furnish new ideas and promote cooperation with Danfoss on an on-going basis. + Maintain and project inventory positions that satisfy asset management goals and minimize risk of product obsolescence. + Responsible for Part Activation activities and Change Management policies including Engineering Change Notices (ECN) execution including implementing changes to computer records and evaluating changes in inventory and customer requirements influenced by the ECN. **Background & Skills** **Required (basic) qualifications** + High School Diploma and 5 years’ experience in a production planning role in lieu of a degree **Preferred qualifications** + Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration + 3 years’ experience in a production planning role + Proficiency with Microsoft Excel **Job Criteria** + General knowledge of manufacturing production flow. + Experience using MFG/Pro (or equivalent ERP software) + Proficiency with Microsoft Excel is a must + Excellent Verbal and Written communication skills + Proficiency in Microsoft Teams, Power BI, PowerPoint are a plus **Employee Benefits** We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment: Bonus system Paid vacation Personal insurance Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups State of the art virtual work environment Employee Referral Program This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice. **Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow** At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees. Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category. Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification. Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities. Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories. Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification. Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities. Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.360 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.