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Position Summary:
IEM is currently seeking a Planning Systems Manager for our Jacksonville, FL, Fremont, CA, or Vancouver, BC locations, or may be performed remotely within the US and will report into the Director of Planning.

Key Responsibilities:

Serve as the primary supply chain subject matter expert on ERP system configuration, planning parameters, and data integrity for the planning organization

Lead and support IT projects related to supply chain planning, including ERP enhancements, system upgrades, module implementations, and integrations

Partner with the company's BI development team as the planning function's liaison to define requirements, validate outputs, and guide the development of dashboards and reports

Develop, maintain, and improve BI reports and dashboards to support S&OP;, demand planning, supply planning, and inventory KPI visibility

Identify opportunities to automate manual planning processes through system tools, macros, or BI solutions, and drive implementation in partnership with IT

Ensure data accuracy and integrity within ERP planning modules, investigating and resolving system discrepancies in collaboration with IT and operations teams

Train and support planning team members on effective use of ERP and BI tools

Document system configurations, data definitions, and user guides for planning-related tools and processes

Stay current on INFOR/SyteLine capabilities and roadmap, evaluating and recommending relevant system features to improve planning processes

Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

Competencies:





Technical Proficiency: Deep expertise in ERP systems (INFOR/SyteLine strongly preferred) and BI tools, with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions

Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyze complex data structures, identify root causes of system issues, and develop effective solutions

Communication Skills: Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and translate business requirements to IT partners

Project Management: Capability to manage multiple concurrent IT projects, priorities, and stakeholders effectively

Collaboration: Strong cross-functional partnership skills to work effectively with Supply Chain, Operations, IT, and BI development teams

Continuous Improvement Mindset: Proactively identifies opportunities to improve system capabilities, data quality, and user experience

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, or a related field required

Minimum 5 years of experience in ERP systems administration, supply chain IT, or a planning systems role within a manufacturing environment

ERP expertise required; INFOR/SyteLine experience highly preferred

Experience using BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) required; experience as a BI development partner or report developer preferred

Demonstrated experience supporting or leading ERP implementation or enhancement projects

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, SQL, or other data querying tools preferred

Experience working within an S&OP; or supply chain planning environment preferred

ASCM CPIM certification preferred





Demonstrated career ambition with a track record of growth and increasing responsibility; highly promotable with the potential to take on broader leadership roles within a fast-paced, high-growth organization

Compensation actually offered for this role will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Vancouver, BC Compensation Range: $125,455 - 165,325 CAD

Why Join IEM
At IEM, you’ll join a team that powers some of the world’s most ambitious projects. We’re engineers, makers, and problem-solvers who thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering solutions that keep industries moving forward. If you’re driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Your creativity and passion can help us achieve great things - come be part of the journey.

Learn more about IEM at https://www.iemfg.com

We offer comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support our employees' well-being, growth, and long-term success. View a snapshot of our benefits at https://www.iemfg.com/careers

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📌 Planning Systems Manager (British Columbia)
🏢 Industrialelectricmanufacturing
📍 British Columbia