Planning Analyst (Budget and Systems)

Title: Planning Analyst (Budget and Systems)

Location: TRD, 335 E. Baker St, Costa Mesa, CA, 92626

Duration: 12 months with a possibility of extension

Remote/On-site/Hybrid: 100% on-site from day 1

Local or non-local: Local candidates

Working hours: Standard, 7:00 am to 4:00 pm or 8:00 to 5:00 pm local time

What you ll be doing:

• Creation, maintenance and distribution of Production and Development Build Plans which detail all internal Engine Build activity supporting the Development Cycle through Production Implementation and Race strategy. Build Plans have a minimum planning horizon of one year.
• Creation and maintenance of client Engine Kit Build Schedule in ERP System (Syspro) that correlates to the client Build Plan(s) and the demand requirements.
• Creation and maintenance of client Engine Specs through Engineering Spec Change Module (ESCS) in One Plan, based on Engineering definition and planning. Maintains security and accountability of One Plan EBOM through transaction documentation, processes, procedural verification, and process improvements.
• Creation and maintenance of clientProduction Financial Build Plan Forecast. Responsible for researching and analyzing Production Budget to help management make well informed decisions while reporting weekly fiscal status, as well as quarterly and year-end updates based on company s financial calendar
• Creation and maintenance of Development Financial Build Plan Forecast.
• Responsible for researching and analyzing Development Budget to help management make well informed decisions while reporting weekly fiscal status, as well as quarterly and year-end updates based on company s financial calendar.
• Responsible for the allocation and rotation of 130 Engines in the Production, Development and Test Pool. Proactively identifies potential constraints that may interfere with the optimal rotation plan based on parts re-use, NASCAR regulations and budget limitations. Working collaboratively with Engineering, Management, and the Supply Chain to support recommended actions.
• Maintain detailed (but macro view) of the data that supports financial reporting. Budget review is expected to be updated weekly and presentable in visual format for strategic planning meetings with senior management.
• Daily management of ERP data across multiple Engine Specifications, auditing Engineering Bill of Materials for accuracy, while resolving issues. Activity involves engaging appropriate planning and engineering personnel and following the necessary actions through to completion.
• Assists in the accountability of data accuracy in parts costing with the Planning group providing cross functional communication of cost impact from the creation / maintenance of BOM s and Engine Kits.
• Runs data analysis of Production and Development Inventory to identify slow moving or expiring parts to reduce obsolescence reporting, presenting and driving the next steps for Inventory Classification.
• Ensures the accuracy of Engine Kits and supply of Random Usage Engine Components supplied to the Build Shop

Qualifications/ What you bring (Must Haves) Highlight Top 3-5 skills:

Minimum requirement for this position is a BA/BS in Business (or similar discipline) with an Client in Finance, Supply Chain Management and or Automotive Manufacturing preferred.

Or preferred experience as described below:

• Direct hands-on experience in Supply Chain Management (including MRP, logistics management, forecasting and planning, costing etc.) to facilitate enhanced understanding of business and the analysis of the financial data that supports Production and Development activity.
• Ability to set priorities and work independently with limited supervision.
• Detailed analytical skills and ability to identify problems and offer resolution, coordinating with Management, Accounting, Engineering and other personnel, including client customers.
• Analyzes changes to Engineering plans (i.e.; proposed revisions / accuracy / completeness of information supplied by Engineering) prior to release of revised planning.
• Candidate must be very detail oriented and proficient in excel.
• Experience managing direct and indirect resources to achieve operational objectives.
• Demonstrates ability to troubleshoot; acts proactively in solution development and problem solving. Ability to identify kaizen opportunities and make recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Analyzing diverse sets of data and identities underlying trends, drawing insightful and accurate inferences from the data that result in sound decision-making.
• Demonstrates experience standardizing and improving operational processes.
• Good working knowledge of Engineering Development Cycle and processes.
• Communicates in an effective manner by utilizing accepted business practices in a courteous and professional manner to provide timely and accurate responses and service-oriented offers of assistance to customers.

Business System Skills: Strong understanding of fundamental processes, systems, and practices in modern business.

Mathematic Skills: Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts (such as algebra, calculus and statistics)

Interpersonal Skills: Includes strong verbal communication; strong listening skills; open-mindedness; team working and language skills necessary to facilitate cooperation between associate and departments. Demonstrates proficiency and clarity in communication with management.