Senior Planner

WHY DO WE NEED YOU?

If you want to reshape the world and discover your greatest potential, Saint-Gobain provides one-of-a-kind opportunities for innovative problem solvers. We’re one of only two companies in the world that is consistently recognized as both a top Global Employer and a Top 100 Global Innovator, but Saint-Gobain’s remarkable story and culture of innovation begins with a team of nearly 200,000 creative, diverse and passionate team members collaborating across the globe. We are committed to our mission to improve lives because, every day, we witness the enormous impact of our efforts on the world around us.

The Role
Reporting to the Planning Manager, the Senior Planner is a key execution-focused role within the Supply Chain function at the Garden Grove multi-business site. In the framework of a high-volume, multi-product manufacturing environment (10,000+ SKUs, 360 headcount, $140M in revenue), the Senior Planner ensures production schedules are executed accurately and on time by translating the master production plan into day-to-day scheduling actions, maintaining ERP/MRP data integrity, and managing inventory availability across the value stream. Working closely with the Master Scheduler/Planner, Production Supervisors, Purchasing, and Quality, the Senior Planner supports the site’s on-time delivery, lead time, and inventory objectives while serving as the functional owner of PE and QAD system accuracy.

• This role contributes to continuous improvement initiatives in production flow, capacity utilization, and cross-functional communication, in compliance with standard operating procedures and cGMP requirements
• Serve as a first-line resource for complex inquiries via phone and email, including detailed lead-time estimates, product availability, technical specifications, and real-time shipping updates. Maintain a deep understanding of customer-specific requirements and operational nuances to tailor support and drive repeat business
• Manage billing discrepancies, chargebacks, and last-minute escalations, partnering with internal teams to provide swift, effective solutions. Serve as a first-line resource for complex inquiries via phone and email, including detailed lead-time estimates, product availability, technical specifications, and real-time shipping updates

IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting / Engineering or related field, required
• APICS CPIM/CSCP, Six Sigma, PMP, preferred
• 5+ years of manufacturing operations experience, including production planning, inventory management, and capacity planning, required
• 3+ years experience Demonstrated experience in a senior or lead planning role within a manufacturing environment, required
•  2+ years hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems in a production environment (QAD preferred), required
• Experience with PE or similar MES systems Preferred

TO MAKE SURE NOTHING IS FORGOTTEN

Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ well-being and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer prospective candidates and provide the local pay range for this position, which is $81,500 to $126,500 per year, however, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.
 
In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is 10% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The Total Target Cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position, is  $89,650 to $139,150. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee. 
 

Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ well-being and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best needs their individual needs. 

Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.

• Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision and Dental Insurance
• Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• LiveWell Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave

Retirement and Protection – Helping to make the future life you want a reality.

• 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP) Cash Balance Pension Plan
• Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance

Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want

• Commuter Benefits
• Group Legal
• Identity Theft Protection
• Auto and Home Insurance
• Pet Insurance and Discounts
• Back-up Child & Elder Care
• PerkSpot Employee Discount Program 

A LITTLE MORE ABOUT US

If you want to reshape the world and discover your greatest potential, Saint-Gobain provides one-of-a-kind opportunities for innovative problem solvers. We’re one of only two companies in the world that is consistently recognized as both a top Global Employer and a Top 100 Global Innovator, but Saint-Gobain’s remarkable story and culture of innovation begins with a team of nearly 200,000 creative, diverse, and passionate team members collaborating across the globe.
 
We are committed to our mission to improve lives because, every day, we witness the enormous impact of our efforts on the world around us.

LEGAL STATEMENT

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at SGNA_HR_Compliance@saint-gobain.com.

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