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Planner

Main locations: 

Santiago de Queretaro, MX

Job Type:  Full-time
Workplace type:  On site
Offer number:  4951

EXFO develops smarter test, monitoring and analytics solutions for the global communications industry. We are trusted advisers to fixed and mobile network operators, hyper-scalers and leaders in the manufacturing, development and research sector. They count on us to deliver superior visibility and insights into network performance, service reliability and user experience. Building on over 35 years of innovation, EXFO’s unique blend of equipment, software and services enable faster, more confident transformations related to 5G, cloud-native and fiber optic networks.

Since our beginnings in 1985, diversity has been one of EXFO's core values, fostering an inclusive corporate culture. We welcome people with a wide range of skills and experience into a culture that values innovative ideas, teamwork, and a customer- and market-focused approach. We seek the active contribution of everyone, with respect for the individual, the environment and the community. This is how we fulfill our purpose: to ensure the connected world meets the highest expectations, to bring together people, communities and businesses.

Job summary:

The planner, plans, organizes, and controls the flow of inventory from raw material to finished products.   Reviewing production orders for shortages and monitoring the production times will be key to keeping the on time delivery on track.

 

What you’ll do:

  • Schedule production base on MPS
  • Tracks WIP and updates the planning module in SAP 
  • Daily check and track materials shortage status with buyers
  • Ensures raw materials are received on time and notifies purchasing when expediting is required 
  • Participates in the inventory cycle counts, and inventory control 
  • Other duties as related to purchasing may be deemed necessary

 

What we’re looking for:

Technical skills

  • The Planner has a thorough knowledge of MRP Systems, knowledge in purchasing in an electronic manufacturing environment, and is familiar with safety stock requirements. 
  • Familiar with SAP is an asset.

 

Required aptitudes

  • An ability to balance priorities, ability to see the big picture and integrate information accordingly, hands on approach, bias for action, maintains confidentiality, positive attitude, persistent, and is versatile.
  • good communication skills

 

 

Must have:

Pertinent experience:

2 years of planning experience in an electronic production environment would be preferred

 

Language requirements:

Able to communicate in Spanish (read, write and speak), English is an asset

 

Education:

Degree in business or electronics

EXFO is an equal opportunity employer

Diversity is an asset that has made EXFO strong since its inception because it enriches us. For more information about diversity and inclusion at EXFO, read our DEI Statement.

For positions located in Quebec, the language requirement is French. However, in the context where the incumbent evolves in an international work environment and where the activities take place mainly outside Quebec, we favor bilingualism as a linguistic requirement.

Do you have questions about this career opportunity or our hiring process? Contact us at careers@exfo.com or, if you are applying for a job located in Mexico, at mexico-careers@exfo.com.

Thank you for your interest in EXFO!

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