Operations Planning Coordinator

Employment Type: Full-TimeRelocation Assistance Available - No

Job ID: 3307508

Location: Tonganoxie, Kansas, United States

Our Award-Winning Client, a nationally recognized leader in consumer products, operates across various industries, including personal care, home care, pet nutrition, and beyond. Their extensive portfolio of trusted brands is found in households worldwide. They are seeking a Operations Planning Coordinator for their highly automated manufacturing facility in Tonganoxie, Kansas.

This position is essential in executing production scheduling, managing inventory replenishment, and ensuring seamless coordination of raw and packaging materials to meet demand efficiently.

What You’ll Do

The Operations Planning Coordinator plays a critical role in maintaining supply chain efficiency by developing and executing production schedules while ensuring optimal inventory management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure adherence to safety and quality standards at all times.
• Implement and maintain the master production schedule, adjusting for operational needs.
• Utilize SAP systems to manage production plans, inventory control, and schedule adherence.
• Verify accuracy of daily transactions within SAP, production reporting, and yield tracking.
• Conduct physical and system-based inventories on a monthly and quarterly basis.
• Troubleshoot production scheduling issues, inventory discrepancies, and yield variances, escalating concerns as needed.
• Monitor productivity metrics, including scrap rates, cycle time, plant service levels, and schedule attainment.
• Collaborate with the Planning Manager to drive improvements in customer service, cost efficiency, and supply chain productivity.
• Update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and SAP material master records while assisting with product cost analysis.
• Oversee inventory processes to ensure proper handling of receiving, inventory control, and working capital management.
• Coordinate with Inventory, Planning & Deployment (IPD) teams to support both domestic and international demand.
• Ensure compliance with corporate and regulatory standards, including quality assurance, traceability, and supply chain security.
• Work with cross-functional teams to implement best practices that enhance factory performance and reliability.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in production planning, supply chain coordination, purchasing, or logistics.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in finished goods production planning and inventory replenishment.
• Background in food manufacturing or a similar industry.
• Strong skills in SAP, systems thinking, and supply chain management.
• Ability to analyze inventory, production, and operational data to drive efficiencies.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
• Broader understanding of supply chain management principles.

Additional Details:

• Seniority Level: Associate
• Management Experience Required: No
• Willingness to Travel: None

Why Join Our Award-Winning Client?

Our client is committed to fostering a dynamic and supportive work environment. They offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Merit-based pay increases and career advancement opportunities.
• Climate-controlled facility with a great workplace culture.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees and dependents starting Day 1.
• Basic Life Insurance for employees and eligible dependents at no cost.
• 15 days of paid vacation plus paid holidays and paid parental leave.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Tuition Assistance Program – up to $10,000 per year.
• Employee Assistance Program and access to discounted company products.

Our client is a leading innovator in manufacturing and supply chain solutions, continuously improving processes to deliver world-class products and services. They prioritize professional development and offer opportunities for career growth.

Job ID: 3307508

Note: Resumes will be maintained in strict confidentiality until such time as we engage in a detailed discussion regarding a specific opportunity, and both parties mutually agree to proceed. We consistently receive new opportunities every day. Should your professional background closely align with the specific requirements of our client, we will promptly reach out to you to initiate further exploration of potential opportunities.