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**Inventory and Production Planner**
Nashville, TN US Regular Full Time Inventory and Production PlannerThis position plays an integral role in the production scheduling and inventory management of Gibson Custom Shop. Weekly scheduling of daily Custom Shop production based on Constraint evaluation, Core product inventory levels, Order Aging, and component availability in a high mix, low volume, complex variables environment. The role will also ensure inventory accuracy though audit of schedule adherence, BOM maintenance, item setup, and inventory consumption while participating in cross functional teams. As inventory discrepancies are found, the incumbent will be responsible for driving correction actions as appropriate through process analysis and training.Essential FunctionsMain dutiesGenerating daily production schedule for high mix, low volume production environment.Confirming schedule accuracy and feasibility through constraint evaluation and cross functional teamwork.Works closely with New Product and Made to Measure coordinators to fulfil Launch and delivery commitments.Generates and speaks to daily, weekly, and monthly adherence-to-schedule metrics.Performing inventory cycle counts as required.Communicates production plans and needs to company performance stakeholders.Reviewing and responding to needed adjustments, delivering root cause analysis corrective actionsResponsible for coordinating item setup, including bill of material review and developmentAbility to read specification sheets and interpret impacts to bill of material developmentGenerates report-outs related to findings and adjustments of inventoryCoordinates with master scheduler to review daily schedule performance related to high risk itemsParticipates in formal process improvement events.Other duties as assigned.Required Skills/AbilitiesRequired ExperienceFamiliarity with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics or D365 preferable) in a production environmentProficiency in MS word, excel and power point.Experience analyzing BOM consumption and discrepanciesExperience working with physical inventoriesPreferred ExperienceBachelors degree preferred.Preferred minimum experience of 5 years in a high mix, low volume production environment in a relatable role.Knowledge of, and prior experience in Lean concepts in operations planningEssential Skills & KnowledgeExcellent written and oral communication skills.Familiarity with a manufacturing environmentSolutions oriented approach to challenges/issues (Problem Solving discipline).Outstanding time management skillset with the ability to prioritize without direct supervisionProject management skills combined with ability to work as part of a teamPersonal QualitiesPassionate about working and winning in a team environment.Results oriented and driven, with a track record for delivering to planFlexibility to adapt quickly to changing circumstances. Able to proactively question and challenge to prioritize and identify solutions in timely mannerClear and logical thinkerRelish working in a company with a diverse, challenging, and fast paced environmentTravel RequirementsThis position is mostly office based, but may involve irregular travel We celebrate diversity and Gibson Brands, Inc is an **Equal Opportunity** employer.
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