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Planning Scheduler

Flex LTD
Columbia, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 1/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/27/2026
Job Posting Start Date 01-27-2026 Job Posting End Date 04-27-2026
Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.
A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.
Job Summary
To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Planner Scheduler located in Columbia, SC.
Reporting to the Materials Planning Manager, the Planner Scheduler will be In charge of helping materials and production functions. Plans, schedules, coordinates and approves product release to the production planning systems based on material and capacity availability.
What a typical day looks like:
  • Checking the possibility of the order fulfillment based on the available resources (materials, employees, equipment’s etc.), confirmation of the order.
  • Preparation of production plans, input of planning data into the integrated computer system of the company, notification of the purchasing group.
  • Monitoring, control of implementation of plans, starting necessary actions in case of deviations
  • Preparation of long-term plans, forecasts (MPS, Forecast).
  • Monitoring of system accuracy in daily/weekly bases /General Item data, routing, BOM, CFT data /non-consumed demand, planned WO's.
  • Preparing of Clean to build reports, checking the material availability, replanning if necessary, informing of order desk, ECO implementation tracing.
  • Monitoring of stock level, handling of stock differences.
  • Preparing management and CFT specificized reports, monitoring of KPI's.
  • Giving assistance, replacement in certain cases to SCM and Order desk within the CFT.
  • Advises non-exempt associates regarding day-to-day priority of customer requests.
  • Monitors and proactively addresses issues that impact performance to committed ship date (CSD), lead-time, response time, and inventory goals.
  • Coordinates and manages high-visibility and/or important customer programs.
  • May include initial customer or product startup initiatives or large customer programs.
  • Coordinates with Master Scheduler to manage product life cycle and related materials availability issues.
  • Drives process improvements inside and outside the area of Order Management.
  • Provides input to management, reschedules, and /or interfaces with customer program management, master scheduling, customers, and production control to reschedule production in the event of design changes, labor and material shortages, backlogs, and other potential schedule interruptions.
  • Represents Order Management on various Customer Focus Teams.
  • May also help inventory control, supply chain management, material planning, and scheduling.
The experience we’re looking to add to our team:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in material planning, including hands‑on production scheduling.
  • Strong capability in production planning & forecasting, ensuring accurate demand alignment.
  • Working knowledge of BOM (Bill of Materials) and its application in manufacturing environments.
  • Solid understanding of inventory control and supply chain management, with proficiency in MRP or ERP systems.
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What you'll receive for the great work you provide:
  • Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability
  • Matching 401(k) Contributions
  • Vacation and Paid Sick Time
  • Tuition Reimbursement
Job Category
Global Procurement & Supply Chain
Is Sponsorship Available?
No
Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).

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