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Position Overview

Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Planning Associate to support production scheduling and materials planning in Buckingham, TX. This role provides hands-on experience with Master Production Schedule (MPS) and Materials Requirements Planning (MRP) processes, ERP data entry, and day-to-day coordination between supply chain, purchasing and operations teams.

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What You’ll Do

• Provide entry-level support for planning production schedules for designated product(s).
• Consolidate customer forecasts and perform MPS/MRP inputting and validation.
• Manage scheduling parameters and prepare routine reports for assigned products.
• Align customer purchase orders with production schedules and help resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with End-of-Life (EOL) analysis and development of action plans.
• Coordinate shop order releases and materials kitting requirements.
• Identify parts shortages and work with stakeholders to expedite material or approve substitutions.
• Track shipments against commit dates and notify planners of potential issues.
• Process and approve Return Material Authorizations (RMAs) as required.

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Qualifications

• 0–2 years of relevant experience; this is an entry-level role.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic knowledge of production planning fundamentals, scheduling, and manufacturing control systems.
• Familiarity with purchasing principles is a plus.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced office environment with sustained computer use.

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Skills & Competencies

• Working knowledge of MPS and MRP concepts.
• Basic ERP and office application skills; ability to learn multiple internal systems.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate data entry (10-key skills helpful).
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet tight deadlines.
• Good verbal and written communication skills for cross-functional coordination.
• Problem-solving aptitude and willingness to escalate when appropriate.

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Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Normal office environment; may require extended periods of sitting and visual concentration on computer screens and numeric data.
• Repetitive manual movements (data entry, mouse use, calculator) are frequently required.

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Compensation & Employment Type

• Estimated base salary: $64,733 per year (estimated).
• Employment type: Full-time.
• Location: Buckingham, TX (on-site).

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Notes

This job description is not exhaustive and may be updated. If selected, you will be employed by Confidential Client. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

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