Senior Planner

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology Inc. People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip’s nationally‑recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values‑based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it’s won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence. Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over 30 years of quarterly profitability without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you. Visit our careers page to see what exciting opportunities and company perks await Job Description Product Supply Chain Planner (Corporate Planner, New Product Introduction) is the primary interface between Business Unit and the Manufacturing Supply Chain Organization. It has full ownership of the supply chain for their Business Unit and works strategically and tactically to ensure that the production needs of the Business Unit are met. The expectation is to work with both the Business unit and the contract manufactures with focus on go‑to‑market for new product offering. Foundational understanding Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA), semiconductors and the overall SMT manufacturing process is indispensable. This is a Full‑time, in‑office position. Key elements of the Product Supply Chain Planner Role include: Manage new product introduction from feasibility to EOL, aligning supply chain strategies with engineering and manufacturing requirements. Focus on Go to Market and Production ramp. Proactively review new product introduction schedules based on standard mfg. LTs, driving quick‑turn material planning, and supplier coordination to ensure on‑time delivery. Host weekly meetings with Engineering, Project Management and Marketing, addressing changes to BOM (components, FW and test), schedules, supply status and representing Operations during technical discussions. Review and approve in Agile Bill of material such as passive and active components, mechanicals (heatsink, stiffeners, brackets), PCB Gerbers, firmware, test program releases as well as temporary deviations. Manage special build requirements, product conversions, re‑work, and second source qualifications. Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on‑time delivery, inventory turns, and lead times. Lead the end‑to‑end order life cycle, coordinating with cross‑functional teams including Inside Sales, Marketing, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Logistics. Understand key Customers, market indicators, and geopolitical factors affecting the industry. Review and rationalize customer forecasts based on historical data, market trends, and sales projections. Generate forecast vs. backlog analysis, booking LT trends, inventory turns report with recommendations to align the goals. Create the releases within the ERP. Create product sales and shipment forecasts. Provide Global Sales Services (GSS) with lead time quotes and new product introduction samples. Generate strategic supply plans that align with business objectives and manage inventory levels across the supply chain to minimize excess and obsolete stock. Resolve supply issues in finish goods and raw materials impacted by short order LT, upsides, quality issues, low yield, factory shutdowns, natural disasters, etc. Conduct root cause analysis of supply chain disruptions and implement corrective actions. Monitor bookings and billings. Proactively take steps to minimize delivery slips to OCD (Original Commit Date). Manage "Focus" customer list, driving quick resolution. Monitor unsupported revenue orders, and manage material pull‑in to meet expectations. Monitor lead time scheduling and quotation issues to determine root causes and drive solutions. Prepare and present regular reports on supply chain metrics, inventory levels, and planning accuracy. Monitor planning system exception reports and taking action to ensure on time delivery. Ownership of part setup and maintenance including product build type and LT settings. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and projects to enhance supply chain processes and systems. Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency. Manage End of life planning. Manage Last time buy planning. Act as a subject matter expert for supply chain processes and systems. Support process documentation and training as well as process optimization. Full‑time, in‑office position. Requirements/Qualifications Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Electronics Engineering. A Master's degree or professional certifications like APICS CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management) or CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) are strongly preferred. Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in supply chain planning within the semiconductor industry. Proven experience with Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process execution. Hard Skills Advanced proficiency of ERP and MRP systems (BAAN, MSFT AX, Oracle), forecasting, and inventory management within the semiconductor PCBA storage industry. Expert knowledge of Oracle Agile Product Lifecycle Management. Expert hands‑on experience with advanced planning systems and supply chain management software. High proficiency in data analysis with Tableau, PowerPoint, Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables, VLOOKUP, Macros), SQL, Power BI. Deep understanding of core supply chain principles, including inventory management, demand forecasting, build planning, production planning, and logistics. Strong foundational understanding of PCBA, semiconductors and the overall SMT manufacturing process including BOM management and common manufacturing challenges. Experienced in leading new product introduction projects from feasibility to EOL, with focus on Go to Market and Production ramp. Creation of Gantt charts in Microsoft Project. Hands‑on experience in risk management—identifying, analyzing, and mitigating potential risks impacting on‑time delivery. High proficiency in using Microsoft Teams, Confluence, OneNote for team communication and document sharing. Soft Skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with diverse teams, suppliers, and customers globally. Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment and manage competing priorities with high adaptability. Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional discussions, influence stakeholders, and drive consensus without direct authority. Proactive problem‑solving and self‑motivated. Highly organized, process‑oriented, detail‑focused with strong prioritization skills. Team player—accountable, reliable, empathetic, respectful, constructive conflict resolution. Exceptional critical thinking and analytical skills to interpret complex data, identify trends, and develop creative solutions to supply chain challenges. Travel Time 0% - 25% Pay Range We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonus payments. In addition to these components, our package includes health benefits that begin day one, retirement savings plans, and an industry leading IESPP program with a 6‑month look back feature. Find more information about all our benefits at the link below: Annual base salary range: $53,000 - $90,000.* (Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience.) Benefits of working at Microchip Visit our careers page to see what exciting opportunities and company perks await Agency disclaimer Microchip Technology Inc. does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our recruiting team or other Microchip employees. Microchip is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing and Semiconductor Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr