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**Title:** Associate Planner

**Location:** Lake Forest, IL (100% Onsite)

**Duration:** 12 Months (Possibility of Extension)

**Pay Range :** $22 hr to $26/hr (On W2)

We are looking for a “ **Associate Planner** “ to join one of our Fortune 500 clients.

Job Summary:

The Associate Planner performs production planning, scheduling and inventory management with limited supervision to maintain adherence to production schedules.

Top Skills:

+ Problem solving / critical thinking

+ Strong organizational skills

+ Ability to work independently and in group

Job Responsibilities:

+ Analyze planning requirements and initiate appropriate action to support the production schedule and / or material demand.

+ Plan, order and manage inventory and materials.

+ Serve as liaison with other departments to minimize impact on schedule(s).

+ Serve as point of contact for production and material related concerns and communications.

+ **This position is accountable for the following:** Support of the department through administrative and tactical execution of specific tasks as communicated by the department manager

+ Contribute to short-term, mid-range and long-term organizational goals

+ Facilitation / execution of production planning and scheduling processes as well as material management.

Education:

+ Bachelors Degree required.

+ Entry level- will consider candidates just out of college without experience.

Preferred Experience:

+ Relevant work experience or exposure within a regulated environment to sufficiently demonstrate the core job responsibilities of the position.

+ Ability to clearly, concisely and accurately convey communications

+ Ability to form and develop interpersonal, professional relationships; display socially and professionally appropriate behavior

+ Ability and aptitude to use various types of databases and other computer software

+ Ability to prioritize; - strong organizational and project management skills

**We are looking for the candidate who are eligible to work with any employers without sponsorship** .

If you’re interested, please click **“Apply”** button

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