Manufacturing Planner

Vertiv is hiring a Material Planner to oversee purchased parts, set and maintain planning parameters, and develop comprehensive plans for each component. Responsibilities include determining proper ABC classification, accurate forecasting, and developing statistical mixes for planning bills. The role also involves managing safety stock, reorder points, MIN/MAX levels, and periods of supply to optimize inventory, customer service, and total cost of ownership. This position supports multiple plants in Mexico and the US. Vertiv is hiring a Material Planner to oversee purchased parts, set and maintain planning parameters, and develop comprehensive plans for each component. Responsibilities include determining proper ABC classification, accurate forecasting, and developing statistical mixes for planning bills. The role also involves managing safety stock, reorder points, MIN/MAX levels, and periods of supply to optimize inventory, customer service, and total cost of ownership. This position supports multiple plants in Mexico and the US. **RESPONSIBILITIES** - Monitor MRP forecasts, inventory, customer demand, production requirements, inventory transactions, and reject material. - Analyze and determine stocking levels for programs such as ABC, Min/Max, and Kanban. - Determine the allocation of parts between plants for scarce materials. - Maintain ERP system parameters, including material master data and performance criteria. - Monitor and follow up on various inventory discrepancies across different sites. - Maintain Planning Bill accuracy. - Identify E&O material and coordinate actions to set and meet targets. **QUALIFICATIONS** **Minimum Job Qualifications:** - 0-3 years of Planning experience or Supply Chain background - Planning Skills - Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal - Detail-oriented - Ability to work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment - Working knowledge of supply chain processes - Proficient in MS Office **Preferred Qualifications** - Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field **EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS** - 0-3 Years experience - Bachelors Degree a plus - Professional Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) is a plus. - Lean or Green Belt Six Sigma certification a plus **PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS** - No Special Physical Requirements **ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS** - Working around moving machinery (fork-lifts, tractors) **TRAVEL TIME REQUIRED** - Up to 10% *The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.* ***OUR CORE PRINCIPALS:** Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.* ***OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES*** - *Customer Focus* - *Operational Excellence* - *High-Performance Culture* - *Innovation* - *Financial Strength* ***OUR BEHAVIORS*** - *Own It* - *Act With Urgency* - *Foster a Customer-First Mindset* - *Think Big and Execute* - *Lead by Example* - *Drive Continuous Improvement* - *Learn and Seek Out Development* - *Promote Transparent & Open Communication* *At Vertiv, we’re on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $6.9 billion in revenue, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.* *Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.* *We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual ster…