KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Master Production Planning:
* Develop and maintain a rolling 12-month Master Production Plan (MPP) aligned with demand forecasts, capacity constraints, and business priorities
* Incorporate considerations such as NBS ranking, labor availability, equipment capacity, and material constraints
* Identify risks to the revenue plan and proactively recommend mitigation strategies to leadership
* Continuously adjust plans based on changes in demand, supply constraints, or business priorities
Production Scheduling:
* Translate the master production plan into detailed weekly production schedules
* Communicate priorities to internal manufacturing teams and external processors
* Provide regular status updates on production performance, risks, and recovery plans
Inventory Management
* Establish and manage finished goods inventory targets, including safety stock levels by SKU/pack size
* Conduct regular supply-demand balancing to ensure alignment with business objectives
* Partner with Purchasing to align raw material inventory with the production plan
* Monitor and drive performance against inventory turns and working capital targets
Customer Delivery & Service (OTD)
* Confirm order fulfillment commitments based on capacity and material availability
* Adjust customer lead times as needed to reflect current operating conditions
* Drive performance toward On-Time Delivery (OTD) targets
Performance Monitoring & Reporting
* Track actual performance against the Master Production Plan
* Identify gaps, root causes, and corrective actions
* Support monthly demand review and forecast alignment discussions
* Provide timely and accurate reporting of key supply chain metrics
Cross-Functional Collaboration
* Partner with Sales, Customer Service, Finance, Purchasing, Warehouse, Engineering, and Operations to achieve business objectives
* Lead & support S&OP / Integrated Business Planning processes
* Present supply plan scenarios, risks, and recommendations to leadership
Systems & Data Management
* Maintain accurate master data in ERP and planning systems
* Develop subject matter expertise (SME-level) in planning tools
* Drive continuous improvement in planning processes and data quality
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATES
* Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Finance, or related field
* APICS (CPIM/CSCP) or ISM certification preferred
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
* Minimum 5 years of experience in Master Scheduling, preferably in a manufacturing or assembly environment
* Experience with ERP/MRP systems; Advanced Planning Systems preferred
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
* Strong knowledge of supply chain planning processes (demand, supply, inventory)
* Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
* Ability to manage complexity and competing priorities
* Effective communication and stakeholder influence skills
* Detail-oriented with strong organizational ability
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)