Master Scheduler - Grand Haven Area

Master Scheduler | Grand Haven, MI

Salary Range: $71,000 - $105,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for excelling in master scheduler? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Grand Haven seeking Master Schedulers to lead and enhance their operations.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Grand Haven that are adding Master Schedulers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS) based on sales forecasts, customer orders, and inventory targets.
• Balance production capacity with demand to ensure optimal resource utilization and on-time delivery.
• Collaborate with sales, operations, and supply chain teams to align production plans with business objectives.
• Monitor inventory levels, analyze forecast accuracy, and adjust schedules to minimize stockouts and excess inventory.
• Identify and resolve scheduling conflicts, bottlenecks, and material shortages to maintain production flow.
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems for detailed scheduling, material requirements planning, and capacity planning.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as schedule attainment and on-time delivery, implementing corrective actions as needed.

Recommended Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in master scheduling, production planning, or supply chain management within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Infor) for demand planning, production scheduling, and inventory management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including demand forecasting, capacity planning, and data analysis.
• In-depth understanding of manufacturing processes, production constraints, and supply chain principles.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to interface with production, sales, procurement, and logistics teams.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with advanced planning and scheduling (APS) software (e.g., Kinaxis, O9, SAP APO).
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification or demonstrated experience in continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) for presenting complex scheduling insights.
• Demonstrated experience leading or contributing to supply chain optimization projects.
• Strong understanding of statistical forecasting models and their application in demand planning.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Master Scheduler, Senior Master Scheduler, Lead Master Scheduler, Production Planner, Supply Chain Planner, Demand Planner, Materials Planner, Operations Planner, S&OP Manager, Scheduling Manager, Production Scheduler, Manufacturing Scheduler, Supply Planner

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.