Planner IV

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UCT is looking for a talented Planner IV to join us in Chandler, AZ!
UCT is hiring a Planner IV to advance our APS and Kinaxis capabilities at our Chandler and Hayward site. We are seeking an onsite Planner IV with hands-on Kinaxis Maestro (formerly Rapid Response) experience to support APS transformation at our sites in Arizona and California. This role blends production planning for low-volume/high-mix (LVHM) assemblies with Kinaxis super-user responsibilities, including scenario modeling, parameter governance, S&OP/IBP alignment, and CTB improvements. Strong analytical ability, planning leadership, and cross-functional influence are essential.
Key Responsibilities:
Kinaxis RapidResponse (Super-User Level)
• Own scenarios, what-ifs, alerts, dashboards, and planning parameter governance.
• Train planners & partners to strengthen APS adoption and planning discipline.
• Support enhancements, configuration changes, and ongoing APS improvements.
Demand, Supply & Inventory Planning
• Lead demand planning inputs, consensus cycles, and change-impact analysis.
• Manage supply plans using finite/infinite capacity logic across complex BOMs.
• Drive inventory optimization through policy governance and exception management.
Production Execution & CTB Readiness
• Maintain accurate production schedules and material alignment for multi-level assemblies.
• Own CTB visibility, long-lead risk tracking, and supplier/material readiness.
• Partner with Manufacturing to resolve capacity, shortage, and schedule risks.
S&OP / IBP Governance & KPI Management
• Prepare inputs for S&OP/IBP reviews and lead scenario modeling.
• Govern KPIs, exception queues, backlog/commit health, and planning performance.
• Drive corrective actions and continuous improvement using data-driven insights.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Work with Engineering on ECR/BOM change impacts to plans.
• Coordinate with Procurement on supplier commits and mitigation strategies.
• Align priorities across Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Planning teams.
Qualifications
Required Education
• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field.
Required Experience
• 5+ years in production planning, supply chain, or manufacturing operations—ideally in high-tech or semiconductor environments with complex, multi-level assemblies.
• LVHM contract manufacturing experience at Sr/Master Planner level.
• Strong ownership of demand planning, supply planning (finite/infinite), and inventory optimization.
• Experience driving S&OP/IBP governance and cross-functional alignment.
• ERP proficiency (SAP or Oracle) and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional training capability.
Required Technical Skills
• Kinaxis RapidResponse hands-on experience (super-user preferred): scenarios, alerts, parameter governance, user enablement.
• Experience with ECR/BOM integration, CTB methodology, and APS parameter governance.
• Strong analytical skills for forecasting, modeling, and production optimization.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in semiconductor equipment manufacturing or related industries.
• Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Lean Six Sigma certification (Green or Black Belt).
Challenges & Opportunities
Planning in UCT’s LVHM environment requires managing complex, multi-level assemblies, long-lead mate

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