It’s fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. The Planner role has the principal responsibility for managing inventory levels, adherence to demand management processes, alignment, and material alignment to support forecasted revenue and manufacturing plans. The Planner works with the site Supply Chain Director, Planning Manager, or both, in achieving Planning-related deliverables, as per best practice, to align alignment to Creation Performance Objectives. Working closely with the CFT and Buyers, they are accountable for material availability and cost to effectively meet both the customer's needs and our internal supply chain metrics. Success in the role includes a positive, proactive approach to daily work along with strong communication and organizational skills.
DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES Perform Bill of Material (BOM) reviews as part of the Quote of Award (QoA) and Engineering Change Order (ECO) processes
Responsible for all Demand Management related additions, and changes, to the ERP Evaluation, analysis, and customer communication regarding PPV/CPV approval
Requisition Release review and actions, as required, to support material purchases
Clear to Build Analysis and reporting of Material Availability by project, including identification of last part in house
Identify priorities for Buyer actions relating to execution of material plan and material expedites, Liaise with cross functional departments and global functions as needed
Address and support resolution in regard to MRB material
Responsible for target customer inventory levels, turns, projection and inventory optimization
Review and manage strategic material plans (Plan for Every Part, Safety Stock etc.)
Perform Bill of Material (BOM) reviews as part of the Quote of Award (QoA) and Engineering Change Order (ECO) processes
Drive adherence to the customer MSA with respect to E&O;, Inventory Turns, PPV Recovery and other Supply Chain related responsibilities
Determine and manage implementation dates, and material cost impacts, associated with ECOs, part/project end of life and part last time buy
Support execution of End of Life (EOL) programs (transfers, project completion, disengagement) regarding customer liability claims, excess and obsolete material,



and any related disposition
Accountable for communication of order commits, and supplier order status, to Program Management, including material shortages and delays
Responsible for the What-If Scenarios, and MRP demand date management, with forecast and waterfall analysis if applicable
Creation of, or direction to create, work orders once clear to build
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s major in business administration, Industrial Engineering, Commerce, Operations or equivalent combination of educational and work experience
Minimum of 2-3 years of Supply Chain experience
Proficient English business communications skills, both written and verbal
Proficiency in operating a computer including using a Windows based operating systems and related software
Intermediate to advanced knowledge of MS Office including PowerPoint and Excel (v-lookups, data filters, pivot tables etc.)
ERP system experience within a Supply Chain environment including planning, inventory control, and purchasing
Excellent organizational and administrative skills
Self-motivated team player, able to work well under pressure
Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and responsibilities
Ability to define problems, collect data, analyze information, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions, in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables
Can act as a liaison between procurement, customers and other departments within the company
Some planning experience within the electronics industry (Preferred)
Experience in Oracle ERP (Desired – May substitute another ERP)
Lean Supply Chain experience (Beneficial)
Kinaxis / Rapid Response Experience (Beneficial)
SIOP Process Management Experience (Desired)
SKILLS REQUIRED Ability to multitask & prioritize in a rapid-paced manufacturing environment
Organized,



self-motivated team player, able to work well under pressure
Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with all levels of the organization as well as directly with key customer contacts
Exercises independent judgment within defined procedures and practices to achieve objectives
Self and Independent management of workload and business demands
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the anticipated starting pay for new hires for this position is up to CDN $95,000 per year depending on industry and years of experience. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as a final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, education, location, and shift. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on the date of hire, schedule type, and hours worked.
Full time employees are also eligible for performance-based bonuses and benefits.
Canada: Title for the position will be in accordance with applicable national and local laws.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you require any accommodations to complete the application process or need the job posting in an alternative format, please email [email protected].
All information related to accommodation requests will be handled confidentially.
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Culture 3,000+ Industry all-stars. Entrepreneurial thinkers. Thoughtful collaborators. Bold problem-solvers. Passionate change-makers. Creation fosters a community of commitment, comradery, integrity, and inclusion.
At our core, we know it’s our people who make us a leading Global Electronic Manufacturing Services provider. That’s why Creation genuinely invests in our people, instilling family like values and a diverse, dynamic, and rewarding work environment where people learn, work, and grow together. Creation truly cares, inspiring employees to grow, develop and advance their careers. At Creation, we pride ourselves in our people, our culture, and our corporate purpose, it’s rooted in everything that we do.

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📌 Planner - Intermediate/Level 2 (British Columbia)
🏢 Creation Technologies
📍 British Columbia