Production Planning and Inventory Manager
Core
Strategic leadership and daily supervision of production planning and inventory management functions to optimize customer delivery and inventory levels.
Role type
Senior Production Planning and Inventory Manager
Builds
Master production schedules, optimized inventory levels, and efficient materials planning processes
Domain
Manufacturing / Supply Chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> production planning & inventory optimization
Required skills
Production planning, Inventory management, Supply chain management, People management, ERP systems (QAD), Data analysis (Excel), Finite scheduling, MRP principles, Change management, Root cause analysis
Preferred skills
APICS CPIM, CSCP, ISM CPSM, Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt
Technologies
QAD, Excel
Responsibilities
Lead the Production Planning team and influence cross-functional teams; Create and manage site master production schedule; Take ownership of Raw Materials Planning; Drive site inventory management cadence; Collaborate with Finance to mitigate Excess & Obsolete Inventory; Contribute to the SIOP Process; Improve planning tools and systems; Coach and mentor colleagues.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with people management