Results-driven Production Planner at Yokohama Industries Americas Inc. with expertise in production scheduling and material requirements planning. Proven track record in optimizing inventory management and enhancing supplier relationships. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities led to improved production efficiency and on-time delivery of finished products.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Planner
Yokohama Industries Americas Inc.
2009 - Current
Developed production schedules according to deadlines for existing orders and sales forecasting.
Worked directly with production personnel to resolve production scheduling issues and conflicts.
Coordinated material procurement efforts, ensuring on-time availability of components for uninterrupted production cycles.
Planned and established production schedules and optimized control levels for diversified manufacturing operations.
Developed, released and monitored daily schedules to foster on-time completion of finished products.
Reviewed inventories, tracked production statuses and ordered materials to foster consistent availability and production schedule adherence.
Created production forecasting plans utilizing Excel spreadsheet tools and input from production and management teams.
Conducted regular reviews of demand forecasts, adjusting production schedules as needed to maintain optimal inventory levels without compromising customer service standards.
Optimized inventory management through accurate forecasting and close collaboration with suppliers.
Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of high-quality materials.
Cycle Counter
Yokohama Industries Americas Inc
2005 - 2009
Improved inventory accuracy by conducting regular cycle counts and reconciling discrepancies.
Conducted physical inventories, verifying quantities against system records and adjusting as necessary.
Assisted in training new team members on cycle counting procedures and best practices, ensuring consistent and accurate inventory management across the organization.
Minimized disruptions to daily operations while performing cycle counts, ensuring minimal impact on productivity levels.
Performed full audits each week and documented results.