Production Planner - Custom Furniture & Décor

Summary

The Production Planner is responsible for the planning and execution of production activity for made-to-order and custom luxury furniture and decor. A production planner executes each sales order according to company standards and the customer's specifications. The position requires an ability to effectively communicate with a number of players, including but not limited to: sales representatives, warehouse supervisors, craftsman artisans, department managers, internal departments (accounting, shipping and receiving, etc), third party vendors, and whoever else necessary to fulfill the order. Production planners monitor and manage inventory, maintain data within software systems and networks, observe standards for accurate accounting, perform visual and tactile inspections of each piece throughout various stages of production, and participate in the customization process. They will continually develop and apply knowledge in interior design, furniture and decor design, and manufacturing processes.

Requirements

• 4 year degree or equivalent
• 2 year minimum experience as production coordinator or production planner in manufacturing

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

· Plan production activity for manufacturing, managing inventory and supplies, and scheduling accurate lead times based on various factors of production

· Ability to work with vendors and coordinate the production of custom pieces and ensure specifications are met

· Ability to process orders for production and track progress to completion, conferring with department supervisors as to the progress of each order

· Inspect items throughout the stages of the production process to ensure customer specifications are being met and initiate corrections in a timely manner

· Work accurately within the technology and data management systems, updating and assigning the use of stock, the control of inventory, and maintaining key data fields to ensure accurate reporting can be generated

· Work with COM and COL

· Creating work orders

· Creating travelers

· Status checks

· Provide Customer service

· Other duties as assigned