We are welcoming applications for the position of Planner Sample Manufacturing with our US MNC client located in whitefield Bangalore. Position title: Planner (Sample Manufacturing) Location: Whitefield, Bangalore, KA Work Schedule: 5 days, General Shift Duties and Responsibilities Position Objective: The primary goal of this role is to ensure timely delivery of samples in line with Customer Required Date (CRD) by effectively planning and coordinating resources including manpower, raw materials (RM), and capacity. Key Responsibilities: Develop a comprehensive strategy to support all cable sample schedules within the Bangalore Harness Plant (BHP). Monitor and drive the shipment of cable samples to meet CRDs. Work towards reducing the overall sample lead time by reviewing Promise Dates and CRDs to align with Business Unit (BU) expectations. Coordinate sample schedules with the Sample Room Supervisor. Coordinate with various stakeholders including Sample Room Supervisor, Plant Customer Service Representatives (CSR), Import Planning Team, Overseas sample hub team, Sourcing, and Planning/Warehouse team to ensure smooth sample delivery. Initiate purchase requests (PR) to acquire RM via Non-Inventory Mode. Maintain the SMP web application by identifying issues, bugs, or new feature requirements, coordinating with the SMP development team, and tracking completion dates of fixes and implementations. Track and publish a bi-weekly Sample Backlog parts report generated from SAP. Collaborate with Logistics and Warehouse Teams for tracking and customs clearance when necessary. Monthly publication of Sample Performance report. Ensure timely clearing and maintenance of Sample Requests. Serve as the Single Point of Contact (SPOC) to the Engineering team for Sample Development activities. Educational Qualification: Diploma/ B.E/ B. Tech Mechanical Please share your CV at [HIDDEN TEXT]