Overview
We are seeking a full-time Senior Planner in our Miramar, FL. location. In this role, you will be responsible for performing more complex supply chain management tasks relating to materials planning, purchasing, and manufacturing and providing input in the development of planning procedures.
Essential Functions
- Full use and understanding of supply chain, systems, and processes used by area, with ability to troubleshoot and identify process gaps
- Proactively works toward exceeding department KPI’s with ability to suggest modifications to address gaps in KPI’s
- Ability to show data/reasoning behind decision making, draw conclusions, and present concise summary for leadership
- Proven knowledge of multiple supply chain areas of responsibility and interdependencies
- Anticipates issues and provides solutions to uphold or exceed service levels
- Exemplifies Garmin’s mission statement and quality policy, and proactively works to improve Garmin’s image and culture
- Ability to lead/guide team initiatives and provides training to Planner 1 & 2 with ability to provide performance feedback while mentoring
- Plans own daily workload, establishes priorities, and elevates supply chain disruptions to management/internal customers
- Cleanliness zone area requirements: This position requires Garmin provided personal protective equipment including SD shoes (Static Dissipative Footwear) to be always worn for an entire shift to minimize the risk of electrostatic discharge (ESD) and meet specified standards
- Interprets demand, develops production plans, and manages inventory of items produced at Garmin manufacturing sites
- Facilitates, coordinates, and project management of OEM programs encompassing all planning disciplines (NPI, Demand, GSC, Production Planning, and Service/Spares Planning) regarding materials planning, purchasing, and manufacturing.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree AND a minimum of 5 years relevant experience
- Mentors/leads other planners and facilitates best practices
- Advanced applicable MS Office skills
- Demonstrates ability to learn and gain proficient use and knowledge of planning tools.
- Demonstrated knowledge of supply chain processes
- Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
- Demonstrates professional written/verbal communication skills with ability to communicate with cross functional teams and customers and maintain composure while delivering intended message under pressure
- Solid understanding of Demand Resource Planning (DRP) or Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP), and/or understanding of warehouse, manufacturing, and/or service processes
Desired Qualifications
- Certified in Production & Inventory Management (CPIM) or Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM)
- 5+ years experience in material management, production planning, purchasing or distribution preferably in electronics manufacturing
- Previous project management or team facilitator experience
Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits
