Production Planning & Control Leader (MPS/ERP)

Lead the Plan. Orchestrate the Build. Elevate Performance. We’re seeking a hands-on Production Planning & Control Leader to own the master schedule, guide a high-performing planning team, and keep supply, capacity, and demand in lockstep. If you thrive in complexity and love turning signals into a crisp, executable plan, this is your stage. Your First 90 Days: What Success Looks Like Stabilize the Master Production Schedule (MPS) and align it with demand, inventory policy, and capacity constraints. Introduce standard work for planners and simplify ERP/MRP transactions to improve data accuracy. Stand up a weekly risk review to identify shortages, bottlenecks, and schedule threats early. Reduce expedites and past-due orders through disciplined sequencing and cross-functional escalation. Core Responsibilities Master Scheduling: Construct a forward-looking MPS from forecasts and orders; convert into shop schedules that protect due dates and cost. Constraint Management: Balance labor, machines, tooling, and materials to safeguard throughput and minimize changeovers and overtime. Exception Control: Monitor execution daily; deploy recovery plans for misses, shortages, and unplanned downtime. Team Enablement: Lead and coach planners and production control associates; set priorities, allocate work, and develop talent. Materials Readiness: Partner with Purchasing/Materials to ensure timely inbound flow; adjust safety stocks, lead times, and replenishment rules. Capacity Roadmapping: Run short-, mid-, and long-range capacity models; support decisions on overtime, shifts, outsourcing, equipment, and staffing. Cross-Functional Rhythm: Align with Sales/Customer Service on priorities; collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Warehouse, and Supply Chain to remove blockers. S&OP/IBP: Participate in monthly/weekly forums; communicate plan changes, risks, and expected service levels. Systems Discipline: Maintain accurate work orders, priorities, and statuses in ERP/MRP; build dashboards to visualize plan health. Results You’ll Drive Higher On-Time Delivery (OTD) with stronger Schedule Adherence Improved Production Schedule Attainment and reduced backlog/past due Better Inventory Turns and Inventory Accuracy Increased Material Availability with fewer expedites Higher Capacity Utilization and shorter Production Lead Time Uplift in Planner/Production Control team capability What You Bring Bachelor’s degree preferred in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, Industrial Engineering, or similar. 5+ years in manufacturing planning, master scheduling, production control, or supply chain. Leadership experience guiding planners/schedulers or production control teams. Fluency in ERP/MRP and practical MPS ownership. Depth in capacity planning, inventory management, MRP logic, and shop-floor scheduling. Analytical rigor, organization, and problem-solving strength. Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-moving factory environment. Clear, persuasive communication. Preferred Extras APICS/ASCM certifications (CPIM or CSCP). Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other CI experience. Experience with S&OP/IBP processes. Advanced Excel and experience with planning/reporting dashboards. Experience with Infor (Syteline). Automotive and/or aerospace manufacturing background. Leadership Profile Strategic and analytical thinker with strong prioritization Decisive, accountable, and focused on outcomes Coach and developer of teams Cross-functional collaborator and effective escalator Root-cause problem solver with a continuous improvement mindset Calm and effective under shifting priorities Working Environment Office-centric planning work with frequent engagement on the production floor. Close interaction with manufacturing and partner functions. Occasional overtime or flexible hours to support critical customer needs. Impact Own the plan that powers the plant. Deliver a credible, responsive schedule; enable teams to execute; and ensure custom…

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