Senior Planner

Microchip Technology Inc.

Senior Planner optimizing semiconductor production, inventory, and supply chain operations at Microchip. Leading SIOP, MPS/MRP, demand planning, and inventory positioning across manufacturing models.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeBeverly • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $57,000 - $139,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing master production plans and managing inventory levels while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams. Proficient in ERP/MRP systems, particularly Microsoft Dynamics AX, and skilled in lean manufacturing and JIT techniques.

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Master Production PlanningERP/MRP SystemsLean ManufacturingInventory ManagementAPICS Certification

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Hard Skills

Sales/Operation/Inventory PlanningBOM/ECO/PLM Process FlowProduction Control ActivitiesAdvanced Microsoft ExcelMachine Shop Planning

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationStakeholder ManagementTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Dynamics AXAdvanced Planning Tool (Smoothie)

Certifications & Qualifications

APICS Certification

Industry Keywords

Materials ControlSupply Chain ManagementWarehouse OperationsInventory AccuracyJust-In-Time (JIT) Techniques

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop the master production plan to satisfy customer demand while carrying minimum effective inventory
Create and apply the Sales/Operation/Inventory Plan (SIOP) within the ERP system
Issue releases to the manufacturing floor and requisitions to purchasing
Provide product lines with monthly production plans consistent with capacity and sales forecasts
Determine desired inventory and safety stock levels with Operations Management and Product Line Managers
Lead the cross-functional SIOP monthly cycle in a Mix Model environment
Collaborate with Product Line Manager, Operations, Sales, Customer Service, Supplier Operations, Marketing, Purchasing, Finance, and management
Generate Master Production Schedules and follow-on production plans for Make to Stock, Assemble to Order, and Engineer to Order models, including Buffer Stock programs
Ensure correctness of MPS/MRP outputs in the ERP operating system
Manage the Advanced Planning Tool (Smoothie) and item attributes
Review and monitor sales forecasts, customer demands, and production starts/completions for lead-time and delivery performance
Manage Sales Order Scheduling for Factory, Outsource, and Government Product/Project models
Manage Production Control Activities covering Starts, In Process, Completions, and Shipments
Manage inventory reduction, turns, weeks on hand, and positioning projects
Develop and manage local process improvements
Lead the local Demand Planning Team in item attributes, production plan execution, metric baselines, and inventory positioning

Requirements

What you’ll need

3-5 years of experience in a materials or supply chain environment
Bachelor’s degree in materials/supply chain or related field and/or equivalent experience preferred
Full working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems
Microsoft Dynamics AX experience preferred
Demonstrated expertise in lean manufacturing and JIT techniques
Hands-on knowledge of BOM/ECO/PLM process flow and execution
Strong capability managing customer and internal stakeholder expectations
Full working knowledge of warehouse operations and inventory accuracy/materials control
Experience managing and planning in a machine shop environment required
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with rapidly changing requirements
Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with internal teams and external parties
APICS certification preferred
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills preferred
Proof of US citizenship, Permanent US residency, or protected-individual classification required for US export-control access
Must not require Microchip immigration sponsorship
Willingness/ability to travel 0%-25%
Ability to perform work requiring 80% sitting and 20% standing, 100% inside

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base pay
Restricted stock units
Quarterly bonus payments
Health benefits beginning day one
Retirement savings plans
Industry-leading ESPP program with a 2 year look back feature
Leadership Passage Programs supporting career growth
Employee development opportunities
Diversity and workplace excellence programs