<p>The Production Planner is responsible for activities involved with procuring & planning of goods and services such as raw materials, finished goods, resale items, or indirect supplies. Support of purchasing and planning duties will be through our ERP system, Inventory Kanbans and product launches for a region of the business. This individual will be responsible for putting the customer at the center of everything you do and modeling all of the Brady Focal Points and Values.</p> <ul> <li>Create, schedule, and monitor production progress, material inventories, and other factors affecting a production schedule </li><li>Support our customers with expedite requests, product knowledge questions, and other clarifications. Work with all Brady team members to provide excellent on time delivery to our customers. </li><li>Analyzes production order releases with respect to capacity planning and material requirements </li><li>Identify any purchasing or planning cost savings and improvements </li><li>Interfaces with manufacturing personnel and purchasing department on material status and production planning issues </li><li>Update operations reschedule report with root cause weekly </li><li>Assist with any Eight Step Problem Solving Processes that affect the work center </li><li>Be able to work with a variety of departments including, but not limited to: Sourcing, Engineering, R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Receiving, and Customer Operations </li><li>Other duties as assigned </li><li>Associate Degree </li><li>Minimum 2 years of experience in purchasing or planning within a manufacturing environment </li><li>Ability to work independently and within a team environment </li><li>Strong analytical skills </li><li>Proficient with MS Office and/or Google Apps </li><li>Utilize a positive, proactive, professional attitude </li><li>Preferred Bachelor's Degree in Business/Supply Chain Management </li><li>Knowledge of SAP preferred </li><li>CPM or CPIM certification is preferred or willingness to obtain </li></ul> <p>Who we are:</p> <p>Brady makes products that make the world a safer and more productive place. We are a global leader in safety, identification and compliance solutions for a diverse range of workplaces. From the depths of the ocean to outer space, from the factory floor to the delivery room - we're just about everywhere you look. Companies around the world trust Brady because of our deep expertise and knowledge across a wide range of industries and applications - powered by our world-class manufacturing capabilities.</p> <p>We have a diverse customer base in industries including electronics, telecommunications, manufacturing, electrical, construction, healthcare, aerospace and more. As of July 31, 2024, Brady employed approximately 5,700 people worldwide. Our fiscal 2024 sales were approximately $1.34 billion. Brady stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol BRC. You can learn more about us at www.bradycorp.com.</p> <p>Why work at Brady:</p> <p>A career at Brady means working for a global company that has thrived for over 100 years, and whose innovative spirit drives our future growth.</p> <p>Brady offers competitive pay and great benefits, supported by a culture that encourages collaboration and innovation. We strive to foster an inclusive workplace where diverse talent can learn, grow, and succeed. And with deeply rooted values, no matter where you work at Brady, you'll feel connected to the community through our charitable contributions and opportunities to give back.</p> <p>Our headquarters are in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, but we have more than 70 locations globally, giving our employees the opportunity to work with colleagues around the world.</p> <ul> <li>Comprehensive insurance coverage starting on your first day of employment, including medical, dental, and vision </li><li>Generous 401(k) with company match </li><li>Paid time off and holidays </li><li>Opportunity to participate in incentive programs for all full-time employees </li><li>Family planning benefits including paid parental leave, fertility coverage, adoption and surrogacy assistance </li><li>Education reimbursement opportunities </li><li>Scholarship program for children of Brady employees </li><li>A variety of Employee Resource Groups to provide you with unique networking, development, and volunteer opportunities </li><li>Employee Assistance Program and related wellness programs (mental and behavioral health, family counseling, financial management) </li><li>Dress-for-your-day dress code </li><li>Charitable contributions matched through Brady's Matching Gift program </li></ul>