Planning Specialist Position Available In Whitfield, Georgia

Planning Specialist
Description

PLANNING SPECIALIST

Reports to:

Planning Manager Location:

Dalton, GA Classification:

Salary Exempt SUMMARY
The Planning Specialist is responsible for creating value through planning and adjusting production schedule by working closely with other teams.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Analyze and forecast manufacturing costs of solar modules and collaborate with cross-functional teams to make data driven decisions.
Identify cost-saving opportunities and areas for improvement to ensure competitive pricing without compromising quality.
Assess the potential economic advantages and cost-effectiveness of adopting new manufacturing technologies, automation solutions, and digital tools.
Perform raw material inventory simulation to monitor inventory balance.
Create the raw material usage plan and coordinate the PR/PO process with the purchasing team to maintain optimal inventory levels using raw material inventory simulation results.
Identify potential inventory shortage or overstock and collaborate with relative teams (Logistics, purchasing, etc.) to maintain the optimal inventory level.
Track the schedule of raw material R D projects with the NPI team and evaluate the cost-saving impact.
Analyze and facilitate production key performance indicators of solar modules.
Collaborate with engineers to monitor production changes and align key production indices (cycle time, productivity, etc.). Conduct daily/monthly production variance analysis to identify any deviations and develop actionable plans.
Efficiently manage Purchase Orders from sales equities, Sales Orders, shipment timelines, and delivery schedules while optimizing supply chain efficiency.
Collaborate closely with diverse teams involved in Sales, Production, and Logistics to optimize the S&OP process.
Coordinate monthly sales transactions, issue invoices, and administer payments.
Train and manage the responsibilities and performance of the SAP Technicians.
Fulfill other responsibilities as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or another related fields
0 -1 years of related experience.
Knowledge on ERP system (SAP), material flow, supply chain, operations and administration
Strong proficiency in MS Office applications especially Excel in particular
Strong quantitative analytics capability
Ability to work with multiple departments including but not limited to Sales, Production, Purchasing, Logistics, Equipment maintenance, Process control, R D, QA/QC, and IT
Ability to pay close attention to details while maintaining a big picture perspective.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Korean and English.
Assertive, able to cope with pressure, a team player.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Able to stand and walk in the production area throughout the workday.
Reaching, pushing, pulling, or lifting as required within limits set by Q Cells
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1+ years of manufacturing and/or assembly business
Experience in solar panels industry. Hanwha Q CELLS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.