Tactical Planning Coordinator na The Plant Company

 COMPANY PROFILE

The Plant Company (TPC) is a fast-growing, innovative horticultural business operating in a newly expanded 10-acre facility. With the completion of Phase 2, we’ve added a state-of-the-art greenhouse and production barn—both purpose-built for the controlled-environment, sustainable production of premium tropical foliage.

The ideal candidate will play a key role in driving our continued growth and daily success as part of the nationally recognized Proven Winners® leafjoy® brand. We’re proud of our inclusive, growth-oriented culture and operate on EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System), which shapes how we solve problems, lead teams, and scale effectively. As a valued team member, you’ll have the opportunity to make a direct impact, contribute your perspective, and grow with a company that’s expanding rapidly and is nationally recognized.

We believe that "together we grow stronger," which applies to employees, vendors, and customers. The four core values that identify this company are:

1. Caring About People, Plants, and      Process
2. Growth Oriented
3. Customer First
4. "Can Do" Attitude

JOB SUMMARY

The Tactical Planning Coordinator is responsible for developing, maintaining, and communicating detailed production and labor schedules that drive efficient greenhouse operations. This role translates sales and production orders into executable plans, ensuring resources, materials, and labor are aligned to meet customer demand. The Tactical Planning Coordinator partners closely with production, inventory, purchasing, and shipping teams to optimize space, manage resources, and monitor key performance metrics. Success in this role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Tactical Planning: 

• Create and distribute detailed production schedules for multiple production lines. 
• Optimize space utilization and planning. 
• Work across departments to turn incoming sales and production orders into weekly/daily picking and packing schedules. 
• Coordinate with the inventory department for weekly/daily replenishment of production materials. 
• Work with the purchasing department to align production schedules with relevant deliveries. 

Resource Management: 

• Schedule labor resources to meet daily operational needs.  
• Maintain accurate schedule in external software 
• Proactively identify and escalate potential labor and inventory resource issues 

Communication and Collaboration: 

• Serve as a point of contact for planning-related information, communicating effectively with all departments.  
• Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time delivery, order accuracy, and labor efficiency. 
• Participate in daily and weekly planning meetings. 
• Import production/labor schedules into dashboards .
• Timely distribute production related documents to teams.
• Use planning software and spreadsheets to maintain accurate records and generate reports. 

Other Responsibilities

• Participate in special projects and perform additional duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Strong understanding of process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, 5S).
• Proven ability to lead high-performing teams and hold others accountable.
• Strong analytical skills; ability to use KPIs for decision-making and planning.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized with strong time management and prioritization skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
• Ability to influence across departments and work cross-functionally.

PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS:

· Forklift Driver & Trainer Certification 

· Certified Pesticide Applicator

· Associate Safety Professional (ASP)

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Experience: 

· Preferred 1-3 years of experience in planning, logistics, or operations role, in a high volume manufacturing environment 

Skills: 

· Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

· Detail oriented  

· Strives for extreme accuracy in work 

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

· Proficiency in ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel

Education: 

· High School diploma required, Bachelor’s Degree preferred 

Working Conditions:

· This is a full-time, in-office position

· The role is primarily office based but requires regular visits to the greenhouse and production facilities.

· Flexibility is required during peak seasons, which may include extended hours. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Willingness to work in varying conditions, including heat, humidity, and exposure to typical greenhouse environments (smells, noise, allergens).

The Plant Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy of The Plant Company is to extend employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.