PDI · 4 days ago
Junior Planner - Integrated Production & Distribution
Orangeburg, New York, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$68K/yr - $78K/yr
2+ years expPDI is a company dedicated to preventing infection transmission and promoting health and wellness through innovative products and educational resources. The Junior Planner, Integrated Production & Distribution is responsible for developing and optimizing production plans and aiding in distribution scheduling to meet customer demand efficiently.
Health CareMedicalMedical DeviceTraining
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain short-term liquid batching production plans aligned with packaging plans, capacity constraints, daily production targets, and inventory targets
Analyze production capacity, labor, and material availability to identify risks and recommend mitigation strategies
Partner with Manufacturing, Procurement, and Quality teams to adjust plans based on operational realities
Collaborate with Distribution Center associates to create optimized shipment plans as well as inbound deliveries
Disseminate daily plans to broader organization, track attainment levels, and communicate real time attainment to leadership
Balance service levels, transportation costs, and business need across the network
Monitor DC throughput, shipping capacity, and order priorities to support on-time delivery performance
Analyze large datasets related to demand, production output, inventory levels, and shipment performance
Develop dashboards and KPIs to monitor plan adherence, service levels, capacity utilization, and inventory health
Identify trends, root causes, and improvement opportunities through data-driven analysis
Support scenario modeling and 'what-if' analysis for changes in demand, capacity, or network strategy
Utilize ERP and planning systems to support planning activities
Support continuous improvement initiatives related to planning accuracy, data integrity, and system usage
Serve as a functional partner in ERP enhancements, planning tool upgrades, or system integrations
Act as a liaison between Sales, Customer Service, Manufacturing, Logistics, and Finance
Communicate plan changes, risks, and assumptions clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Support S&OP / IBP processes with accurate data, analysis, and recommendations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Analytics, or related field. (Equivalent experience may be considered.)
2 - 5 years of experience in production planning, supply chain planning, or logistics
Ability to interpret complex data and present clear, actionable insights
Data-driven decision making
Intellectual curiosity and continuous improvement mindset
Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
Effective communication and stakeholder management
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Strong analytical skills, ideally with advanced Excel proficiency (e.g., pivot tables, Power Query, formulas)
Experience with ERP and planning systems (e.g., D365, SAP, Oracle)
Familiarity with manufacturing and/or distribution center environments
Proficiency or exposure to BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
Understanding of S&OP, MRP, or Advanced Planning & Scheduling (APS) processes
Benefits
Medical & prescription drug coverage
Dental / Vision plan
401(k) savings plan with company match
Basic and supplemental life insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Short- and long-term disability benefits
Health Advocacy Program / Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Legal assistance
Critical illness
Hospital indemnity and accident coverage
Discounted home/auto/rental insurance
Employee discounts
Pet insurance
Sick leave
Generous vacation and holiday time
Paid parental leave
Summer hours
Flex place/flex time options
Company
PDI
PDI is dedicated to leading the fight against preventable infections in healthcare, foodservice and our communities.
1001-5000 employees
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