Director, Production Planning

Overview

Leads production planning, inventory, S&OP, and team management to optimize manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• capacity planning
• s&op process
• mrp management
• inventory strategy
• digital tools
• performance metrics

Tasks

-Analyzes production data to identify trends, forecast needs, and inform capacity planning decisions. -Leads and promotes healthy and safe work practices in compliance with regulatory agencies and Company policy. -Prepares monthly and quarterly production plans and inventory targets. -Leads the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, aligning production capacity, inventory targets, and customer demand. -Establishes key performance metrics for planning accuracy, on-time delivery, and inventory turnover; identifies continuous improvement opportunities. -Oversees MRP processes, material planning, and production scheduling to optimize resource utilization and on-time delivery. -Leads planning team development, succession planning, and cross-functional project support. -Drives adoption of digital tools, automation, and analytics to improve planning accuracy and decision speed. -Develops inventory strategies that support working capital goals and align with customer service objectives. -Hires, coaches, develops, and evaluates planning staff, creating a culture of accountability and operational excellence. -Partners with Operations, Sales, Procurement, and Finance to balance production efficiency, inventory health, and service levels.

Requirements

• sap
• s&op
• analytics
• supply chain
• people management
• communication

What You Bring

-ERP/MRP expertise (SAP preferred), demand and capacity planning, S&OP, and data analytics. -Strong analytical thinking combined with supply chain and manufacturing knowledge. -7+ years of experience in production planning and/or supply chain optimization, with 3+ years in people management. -Associate Degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, or related field; Bachelor’s degree preferred. -Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills. -Proficient in change management, strategic planning, team development, and cross-functional influence. -Ability to lead change, influence various audiences, and build organizational awareness.

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Benefits

-Paid Vacation & Holidays -Competitive Compensation -Employee Loyalty Awards -Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance -401(k) with Company Match -Bonus Plan & Profit-Sharing Opportunities -Tuition Assistance Program

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