What Manufacturing Planning contributes to Cardinal Health

Operations is responsible for materials handling and product distribution in a distribution or manufacturing environment. Includes warehousing and fulfillment of materials and products, transportation, inventory management as well as demand, supply and manufacturing planning.

Manufacturing Planning is responsible for the forecasting, planning and scheduling of manufacturing resources, including equipment and labor resources to efficiently achieve manufacturing goals as defined by internal and external customer expectations. Responsible for distribution of finished goods. Addresses conflicts and constraints in manufacturing to achieve highest level of customer satisfaction.

Job Summary

The Planner, Manufacturing is responsible for analyzing and responding to demand for products of a specific classification(s) of materials. This job evaluates demand planning forecasts, develops plans for review, and places monthly orders. The Planner,



Manufacturing ensures timely and accurate delivery of products to warehouses and distribution centers for final transport to customers. This job requires frequent coordination with cross functional groups and teams to ensure effective planning and selection of products from international and domestic suppliers.

Responsibilities
Developing and maintaining master production schedules (MPS) based on sales forecasts, inventory levels, production capacity, and presente material availability.
Monitor production schedule execution against the MPS, identify material shortages and constraints, and coordinate timely corrective actions with Procurement, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams.
Lead cross-functional scheduling reviews and provide guidance, coaching, and development to planning team members to ensure priorities, accountability, and execution are aligned.
Elaborate annual budget & quarterly forecast analysis by category & business unit identifying demand & VOP variation to pr

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