Responsible for managing demands/forecasts and providing master production schedules, optimizing customer service, inventory management, and capacity utilization through development of an accurate forecast. Provides operational analysis and planning support to Product Management and Operations. May lead the S&OP efforts of the organization.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Schedule: Manages the development and maintenance of a balanced Master Schedule in accordance with sales and Production requirements. Develops flow rates to meet optimum stocking levels for raw materials, subcomponents and semi-finished and finished goods to satisfy customer demand while optimizing our inventory investment.
Forecast: Plans, forecasts and tracks monthly shipping dollars objectives and progress while executing the customer shipping schedules. Manages all material functions associated with orders by accurately utilizing SAP. Monitors material movement through the shop to balance status against shipping forecast; adjust schedule as appropriate in reaction delays when incurred.
Production Plans: Develops daily/monthly production plans based on customer requirements, material availability, labor, manufacturing and operational requirements. Adjusts plan as necessary to meet objectives and balance productivity.
Other responsibilities as assigned or required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Associate’s Degree (or international equivalent) in business, logistics. Prefer Bachelor’s degree.
APICS or similar professional certification preferred
Proficiency in the use of ERP systems relative to inventory transactions (SAP preferred)
Experience in scheduling/planning/inventory control and production.
Must be analytical with strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to effectively interface with all levels of the organization as well as customers, vendors and distributors.
Proficient in computer systems relevant to the position. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.