Jackson Supply Chain Planner
Core
Develop, maintain, and optimize the master production schedule to align manufacturing capacity with customer demand, ensuring on-time delivery and inventory efficiency.
Role type
Senior Supply Chain Planner (Master Scheduler)
Builds
Rolling Master Production Schedules (MPS) for fiber optic cable and related products
Domain
Energy and telecom cable manufacturing (fiber optic, copper, connectivity)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Production planning, Master scheduling, ERP/MRP systems, Demand forecasting, Inventory management, Capacity planning, Data analysis, Lean manufacturing, Cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
APICS/ASCM Certification (CPIM, CSCP), Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS), Continuous manufacturing experience
Technologies
SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, APS systems, Microsoft Excel
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain rolling MPS; Translate forecasts and sales orders into executable schedules; Balance capacity, labor, equipment, and material supply; Monitor schedule adherence and adjust plans; Lead weekly planning meetings; Collaborate on inventory reduction initiatives; Partner with procurement on material availability; Coordinate with logistics on shipment commitments; Report on planning metrics (OTD, schedule attainment, inventory turns); Maintain planning parameters and master data in ERP systems
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC
