Planner 2, Production Planning

**Company Description**

Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape.

Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation, performance and quality.

Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Conduct data analysis to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities within the supply chain.
- Develop and maintain code (Python, SQL, etc.) to support automation, reporting, and optimization.
- Collaborate with supply chain to improve demand forecasting, inventory management, and production scheduling.
- Build dashboards and visualization tools to monitor KPIs and enhance decision-making.
- Provide insights and recommendations to improve supply chain efficiency and resilience.
- Create structured, engaging, and executive-level presentations.
- Develop and implement production planning strategies to optimize resource utilization and minimize costs.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to align production plans with sales forecasts and inventory levels.
- Monitor and analyze production metrics to identify bottlenecks and propose solutions for process improvements.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production planning methodologies and tools.
- Manage and maintain the integrity of production planning data within ERP and other relevant systems.
- Conduct scenario planning to assess the impact of potential disruptions on production schedules.
- Collaborate with suppliers and logistics teams to ensure timely availability of materials for production.
- Prepare and present regular reports on production performance, capacity utilization, and key metrics to stakeholders.
- Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in production planning and supply chain management.

**Qualifications**

REQUIRED:

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
- Strong programming skills (Python, SQL, R, or similar).
- Hands-on experience in supply chain planning (demand planning, production planning, or material planning).
- Solid understanding of supply chain processes and systems (ERP, MRP, WMS).
- Familiarity with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with diverse teams.
- Strong PowerPoint skills required for reporting and presentation purposes.
- Proficiency in statistical analysis and forecasting techniques.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

PREFERRED:

- Supply chain background, fluent oral English skill.
- Mandarin is a plus.
- Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, or related field.
- Experience with cloud-based supply chain solutions (e.g., SAP IBP, Oracle SCM Cloud).
- Knowledge of industry 4.0 technologies and their impact on supply chain operations.

SKILLS:

- Data analytic: Ability to interpret business requirements and translate them into measurable data indicators.
- Reporting tools& visualization: Proficiency in BI tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, Power Query, macros) and PPT skills.
- Programming & Automation: Knowledge of Python or R for data cleaning, transformation, and analysis. Ability to automate reporting workflows with scripts.
- Supply chain material planning knowledge.

**Additional Information**

Sandisk thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.