Upstream/Downstream Planner

• Plan and schedule inbound materials to support production requirements and manufacturing schedules

• Collaborate with procurement and suppliers to ensure on-time delivery of raw materials and components

• Monitor supplier performance, lead times, and capacity constraints

• Resolve inbound shipment delays, discrepancies, or quality issue

• Coordinate production output with outbound shipment schedules

• Plan and execute customer deliveries in alignment with service-level agreements

• Manage finished goods inventory flow

• Support demand planning and sales forecasts by aligning shipping capacity with demand

• Coordinate domestic and/or international transportation for inbound and outbound shipments

• Prepare and review shipping documentation

• Work with freight forwarders, carriers, and 3PLs to ensure cost-effective and compliant shipments

• Track shipments and proactively address transit issues or delays

• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements (e.g., customs, export controls, DOT, OSHA)

• Verify freight invoices and support cost control initiatives

• Maintain accurate records​

• Partner closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Procurement, Customer Service, and other internal/external teams

• Participate in S&OP, production planning, and capacity review meetings

• Identify opportunities to improve planning accuracy, logistics efficiency, and process standardization

• Support continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, process optimization)

• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

Compensation:

The pay range for this position is $67,000.00 - $84,000.00. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to the individual's qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as physical work location within the state.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States full-time and will not require sponsorship either now or in the future to obtain an employment visa.