The Master Production Scheduler is responsible for developing the master production plan to satisfy customer demand while carrying minimum effective inventory. The qualified individual will be responsible for providing the plant with a weekly production plan consistent with the plant capacity and sales forecast.
The Planner is responsible for determining the desired inventory levels for finished goods down to the pack size including safety stock levels. The sales forecasts, new business opportunities, customer expectations, and internal supply constraints will be used to develop production plans, by week, for a rolling three week period. Strong collaboration with the Business Managers, Operations, Sales, Customer Service and Management will be critical to meeting business goals.
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- Create a rolling 3-week Master Production Plan for designated products. Utilize the production capacity, taking into consideration the sales forecast, historical sales, product availability, and new business opportunities. Analyze and identify risks associated with the options built into the Master Production Plan, including manufacturing lead times. Schedules emailed to the plants weekly.
- Customer scheduling
- Manage through supply shortages by creating pro-rate plans and substitution plans.
- Develop inventory targets and schedule production to achieve targeted inventory levels on both a cost and unit basis.
- Maintain finished goods inventory at target levels in ensure high service levels, i.e. product availability.
- Coordinate with plant schedulers to execute Production Plan on a weekly and monthly basis.
- Monitor actual output versus the Master Production Plan. Identify gaps and drive solutions, including a metric on production performance to the requested production schedule.
- Review sales forecast with business manager on a monthly basis, and suggest modifications consistent with knowledge of current or historical demand.
- Timely reporting of key metrics.
- Support the S&OP process meetings to review service levels, performance against schedule, inventory strategy, supply plan to meet demand, and resource implications. Update Master Production Plan as necessary.
Minimum: BA/BS degree
Preferred Areas of Study: Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operation Research
- Experience in managing manufacturing processes, productivity, and efficiency measurements
- Experience using MRP / ERP systems, especially Advance Planning Systems
- APICS certification (CPIM or CSCP)
Similar or Related Experience Desired:
- 5 years in Master Scheduling and Inventory Control
Essential Skills/Knowledge:
- Sound knowledge of supply chain processes and procedures including manufacturing planning, demand, and replenishment processes.
- Strong negotiation skills with the ability to reason and influence at all levels.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Strong problem solving and analysis skills.
- Ability to manage complexity and resolve conflicts that arise from balancing multiple priorities.
- Proficient in MS office applications.
