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Ford Motor Company

Capacity Planning Analyst

Dearborn, MI · Hybrid

$99K - $166K/yr

Vehicle Capacity Planning Study Supportability Analyses: Complete and review Vehicle Capacity Planning Study Powertrain Supportability files aligned with Vehicle Capacity studies and non-study ...

Arhaus

DC Capacity Planning Analyst

Boston Heights, OH · On-site

The DC Capacity Planning Analyst plays a critical role in optimizing storage utilization across our warehouse network. This position is responsible for analyzing current inventory levels, forecasting ...

Arhaus

DC Capacity Planning Analyst

Boston Heights, OH · On-site

The DC Capacity Planning Analyst plays a critical role in optimizing storage utilization across our warehouse network. This position is responsible for analyzing current inventory levels, forecasting ...

Danaher

Staff Analyst, Capacity Planning

Chaska, MN · On-site

The Capacity Planning, Staff Analyst , will be responsible for modeling, analyzing, and optimizing capacity risk across our global portfolio of manufacturing processes and production lines. In ...

Danaher

Staff Analyst, Capacity Planning

Chaska, MN

The Capacity Planning, Staff Analyst , will be responsible for modeling, analyzing, and optimizing capacity risk across our global portfolio of manufacturing processes and production lines. In ...

Apple

Business and Capacity Planning Analyst

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$137K - $207K/yr

Knowledge of capacity planning software (Meisterplan, Smartsheet, Monday, Clarity) Advanced scripting and data analysis capabilities Advanced skills in formulas, v-lookups, pivot tables, and data ...

The Hartford

Capacity Planning Consultant

OR · On-site +1

$74K - $111K/yr

Establish staff plans and/or capacity requirements based on data and analytics. Maintain ... Conduct planning meetings to discuss and or communicate capacity needs, risks, opportunities and ...

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As of Jun 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for capacity planning analyst in the United States is $72,700.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $64,500.00 and $81,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Capacity Planning Analyst, you need strong analytical skills, proficiency in data analysis, and a bachelor's degree in business, operations, or a related field. Familiarity with forecasting tools, spreadsheet software (such as Excel), and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems is typically required. Exceptional problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication help analysts translate data into actionable insights and coordinate with various departments. These skills are crucial for ensuring optimal resource allocation, minimizing bottlenecks, and supporting organizational efficiency.

How does a Capacity Planning Analyst typically collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate forecasting?

A Capacity Planning Analyst frequently works with various departments such as operations, finance, and human resources to gather input on upcoming projects, staffing needs, and business initiatives. They facilitate meetings to discuss expected demand fluctuations and analyze data from different teams to create comprehensive capacity forecasts. By maintaining open communication and sharing insights, the analyst helps ensure that resource planning aligns with organizational goals and avoids bottlenecks. This collaborative approach is key to developing realistic and actionable capacity plans.

What does a Capacity Planning Analyst do?

A Capacity Planning Analyst is responsible for analyzing an organization's current and future resource requirements to ensure optimal performance and efficiency. They use data and forecasting tools to predict demand, identify trends, and recommend strategies to balance workload with available resources. Their work helps organizations avoid bottlenecks, reduce costs, and maintain service levels by making informed decisions about staffing, equipment, and inventory. This role often involves close collaboration with operations, finance, and IT teams.
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Capacity Planning Analyst

Capacity Planning Analyst

Ford Motor Company

Dearborn, MI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Job Description
We made history and now we work to transform the future - for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.
As part of our Manufacturing team, you'll help support the world-class, state-of-the-art smart vehicles we're known for. In our plants around the world, we're constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. You'll get the satisfaction of supporting great products people use and love.
Responsibilities
Capacity Planning Analysts play a critical role in ensuring our North American Manufacturing plants have the necessary supply base capacity to meet current and future market demand. This position involves detailed data analysis, reporting, and collaboration with various skill teams, to identify potential capacity constraints and recommend actionable solutions. The analyst will be responsible for authoring volumes across platforms, reporting capacity, and leading initiatives, to align plant capabilities in the now, near and far time horizon.
What you'll do...
  • Demand vs Capacity Planning and Review: Conduct Demand vs. Supply Base Capacity Assessments as needed to ensure supply base capacity is aligned with demand signals, included Monthly Production Programs, bi-annual Financial Planning Volume (FPV) data sets, and ad hoc what-if scenarios, includes informal demand analyses and regular updates of Volume One-Pagers.
  • Execute Powertrain Supply Base Confirm Capacity Studies: Funded studies in support of new vehicle program and/or new powertrain capacity requirements or production volume increase/remix initiatives. Includes upfront study development, study creation and execution, and post- study support for purchasing vetting activity.
  • Execute What-If Study and/or Desktop Analysis Scenarios: Support vehicle program initiatives and/or engineering changes. Includes upfront study development, study creation and execution, and post- study support for purchasing vetting activity.
  • Support Powertrain Program PA Volume Development: Use FPV demand, carryover supply base capacity, and powertrain plant production capacity signals to help Forward Model Capacity Purchasing develop PA volumes for upcoming powertrain programs
  • Support Purchasing with Capacity Requirement Data requests: Create analysis of capacity vs demand data for supplier clarification.
  • Support Powertrain Schedulers with Supply Base Capacity Data: Maintain Supplier Capacity Analysis Tool with supplier capabilities and communicate with powertrain all possible constraints.
  • Vehicle Capacity Planning Study Supportability Analyses: Complete and review Vehicle Capacity Planning Study Powertrain Supportability files aligned with Vehicle Capacity studies and non-study Blended Rate Report Updates.
  • Support Capacity Planning Action Team Operations (CPAT): Lead CPAT agendas and formal post-study next steps. Liaison and collaborate with cross functional departments to resolve issues.

Qualifications
You'll have...
  • Bachelor's Degree or a combination of equivalent experience and education.
  • 1+ years of experience in Supply Chain & Logistics or Capacity Planning or Manufacturing
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Strong Excel Skills)
  • Experience with Power BI, tableau, etc...
  • Data mining experience

Even better, you may have...
  • Knowledge of Global Capacity Planning and Manufacturing Capacity Planning systems
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Strong Excel Skills)
  • An understanding of the business practices and systems impacting volumes (WERS/PDL/iERP) is preferred.
  • Product/Consumer Marketing, MP&L, Pre-Production, Purchasing and/or PD Project Management experience is desirable.
  • Strong leadership behaviors, with a systemic process-oriented mindset
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication skills, ability to lead and facilitate discussions amongst cross-functional teams

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!
As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder...or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
  • Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
  • Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
  • Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
  • Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
  • Tuition assistance
  • Established and active employee resource groups
  • Paid time off for individual and team community service
  • A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day
  • Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

This position is a salary grade 6 and ranges from $74,300-$124,500.
This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $86,600-$144,900.
This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $99,100-$166,200.
Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.
For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSR
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660. This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid #LI-RC3
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About Ford

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At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career and help us define tomorrow's transportation.

Industry

Civil engineering construction

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Doral, FL, US

Year founded

1982

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