About this Production Planner role at Agilent Technologies
Job Description
Agilent inspires and supports discoveries that advance the quality of life. We provide life science, diagnostic and applied market laboratories worldwide with instruments, services, consumables, applications and expertise. Agilent enables customers to gain the answers and insights they seek -- so they can do what they do best: improve the world around us. Information about Agilent is available at www.agilent.com.
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The Production Planner will collaborate across the organization to communicate and implement business operations plans and strategies throughout the product lifecycle, including new product introductions (NPI). This position also plays a critical role in coordinating supply chain activities, monitoring demand fulfillment, and driving continuous improvement initiatives through project-based work ranging from short-term assignments to long-term strategic efforts.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain end-to-end supply chain and production plans that balance customer delivery requirements with inventory objectives.
- Coordinate material requirements, labor resources, and test capacity to ensure production readiness and customer demand fulfillment.
- Ensure the availability of finished goods to support high levels of customer service and order fulfillment.
- Collaborate with Marketing, Sales, Production, R&D, Finance, Materials, Logistics, Service Parts, Customer Service, and external manufacturing partners to develop and execute production and shipment plans.
- Utilize enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems to manage inventory, supplier schedules, workflows, and planning activities.
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, contract manufacturers (CMs), and original design manufacturers (ODMs).
- Support new product introductions, product transfers, and supply chain setup activities, ensuring appropriate materials, labor, and testing capacity are available.
- Monitor and manage inventory levels across single-site, multi-site, or global operations as required.
- Partner with Sales and Marketing to support indirect sales channels and address customer escalation needs.
- Participate in and lead projects of varying scope and duration aimed at improving operational performance and supply chain effectiveness.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Experience in production planning, supply chain planning, materials management, manufacturing operations, or a related discipline.
- Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and inventory management processes.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and coordinate across multiple stakeholders.
- Experience supporting new product introductions (NPI) and manufacturing operations is preferred.
- Knowledge of global supply chain processes and inventory management practices is a plus.
- APICS Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) certification preferred.
Agilent Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.
Additional Details
This job has a full time weekly schedule. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least August 21, 2026 or until the job is no longer posted.The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $66,400.00 - $103,750.00/yr plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locationsAgilent Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and merit-based employer that values individuals of all backgrounds at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases. Agilent Technologies, Inc., is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive in the workplace where everyone is welcome, and strives to support candidates with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance with any part of the application or interview process or have questions about workplace accessibility, please email [email protected] or contact +1-262-754-5030. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please visit www.agilent.com/en/accessibility.