Manager, Manufacturing Planning
Core
Lead a high-performing team responsible for production planning and order execution across a ~$100M+ consumables portfolio, ensuring seamless execution from planning through fulfillment.
Role type
Manager, Manufacturing Planning
Builds
Production schedules, order fulfillment, and supply plans for a growing chemistry manufacturing site
Domain
Chemical manufacturing / Supply Chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> production planning & order execution
Required skills
Master Production Scheduling, capacity planning, backlog management, SIOP/S&OP processes, ERP proficiency, advanced Excel, data visualization, lean principles, team leadership
Preferred skills
Chemical or consumables manufacturing experience, Power BI, Python, SQL, Lean or PPI methodologies
Technologies
ERP, Excel, Power BI, Python, SQL
Responsibilities
Develop and manage the Master Production Schedule aligned to demand forecasts and capacity constraints; Lead daily and weekly planning activities across multiple production lines; Drive backlog management, order execution, and escalations to protect service levels and revenue timing; Partner cross-functionally to optimize production processes, mitigate disruptions, and execute recovery plans; Evaluate capacity requirements and adjust supply plans to support business growth; Optimize inventory to balance customer service performance and working capital targets
Seniority
Manager, people leadership