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As a leading clean energy technology company, we're helping businesses, communities, utilities, and data centers meet growing energy demands with reliable, always-on power solutions.\nWith nearly a gigawatt of fuel cell platforms deployed worldwide, we're accelerating the transition to a more resilient energy future. Join a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and industry pioneers who are tackling some of the world's most complex energy challenges while shaping the next generation of sustainable power.\nYour work here won't just power facilities. It will help power the future.\nThe pay for this position ranges from $65000 - $78500.\nSummary\nThe Planner will lead and support the development, implementation, and management of global strategies to provide FCE’s Supply Chain Organization with optimal pricing, flexibility, quality and delivery performance, as well as supply assurance with an overall focus on maintaining long term supplier relationships and managing total costs of ownership to a minimum. The role will also be responsible for conducting various activities involving planning and procuring parts, components, equipment (such as tooling) and supplies to ensure continuous and uninterrupted flow of materials to Production, Field Service and R&D projects consistent with FCE policies and procedures.\nThe duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:\nPlan purchases for assigned products, projects and commodities and negotiate and implement appropriate buying methods, e.g. kanban\nDevelop Purchase Requisition per procedural requirements and product specifications\nIssue purchase orders, confirm deliveries and expedite deliveries as required.\nRequest bids from suppliers as needed\nEstablish, maintain, monitor, and enhance internal kanban system to continuously meet production requirements\nUse various tools like MRP, BI reports, etc. to make sure appropriate inventory levels are maintained\nMaintain and publish accurate tracking systems to keep all stakeholders informed of any potential disruptions in supply chain\nWork closely with Supplier Development Engineer\nDevelop strategic alliances with FCE suppliers to better understand their strengths, weaknesses, quality system, cost structure, changes\nDevelop plans to alleviate any supply chain risks\nAssist Supplier Development Engineers to identify and qualify suppliers and negotiate best price for products/services\nProvide engineering staff with material planning, source and material support for product development projects\nInput Purchasing Data into ERP System (D-365) for the assigned commodity for new part numbers\nEnsure that all required Procurement data fields are correct and up to date in D-365\nResolve invoicing and receiving issues with suppliers\nDevelop and provide forecast to suppliers on quarterly basis using MRP and FCE Business plans\nActively participate in MRB and ensure timely disposition of rejected material from supplier and assist /Engineering/Manufacturing\nSupport the Engineering/Quality on corrective action and recovery plan for rejected materials\nHold suppliers to define contractual service level by monitoring and measuring their performance and publishing scorecards for management reviews\nEstablish standard cost for purchased items and maintain the standard cost files\nMaintain and update Material Master and Vendor Master data\nMaintain and update BOMs, based on Engineering input\nEstablish and maintain planning strategies in the ERP environment\nEnter forecasts quarterly and annual sales and create production orders\nHelp with other activities as needed to support production\nOther duties as assigned\nQualifications and Skills\nA Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operation Management, or related field\nA minimum of 2 years of experience\nCustomer-focused approach to dealing with internal and external stakeholders\nUses market knowledge to mitigate obsolescence risks; proactively seek information to predict, understand and analyze obsolescence risks and develop appropriate strategies\nIntermediate experience utilizing an ERP system for production planning and/or purchasing (Microsoft D365 is a plus)\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills\nAbility to manage priorities and deliver against the deadline\nA high degree of proficiency with Microsoft Office\nAbility to maintain excellent accuracy, organizational skills, and attention to detail.\nStrong work ethic and positive team attitude with the ability to work independently and/or as part of a team\nAbility to work as part of a team and independently with little supervision\n Work ConditionsMulti-work environment (manufacturing, production, warehouse, office) requiring the use of PPE\nFull-time hours (40 hrs a week)\n\nAbility to lift and carry fifty (50) pounds\nBending, sitting, standing, kneeling, repetitive tasks, and walking\nTravel Requirements\nTravel of up to 20% might be required for this role\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nFuelCell Energy is an equal-opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and safe work environment for people of all backgrounds.\nWe offer a competitive compensation package as well as comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life/disability insurance, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase plan, and generous paid leave.\nThe successful candidate is required to complete a drug screen, criminal background check, and employment and education verification.\nFuelCell Energy, Inc. is committed to ensuring that its application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all U.S. job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please send an email with your resume to  or contact us by calling 860-496-2222. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed.\nNOTE: This dedicated phone line and email address are designed exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be acknowledged. A response to your request may take up to two business days.\nNo agency submissions please. Resumes submitted to any FuelCell Energy employee without a current, signed and valid contract in place with the FuelCell Energy Recruiting team for this position will become the property of FuelCell Energy and no agency fees will be paid.\nFor more information about FuelCell Energy and our available openings, please visit our website: https://www.fuelcellenergy.com/careers\nWe thank all candidates for their interest in a career with FuelCell Energy. 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