Job DescriptionProduction Planning ManagerUnion City, CA. Onsite125-144k+DescriptionThe Manager, Production Planning, will oversee and optimize the production planning process to ensure smooth, efficient, and timely operations.Manage a team of Production Planners to schedule materials flow through manufacturing and meet short- and long-term goals driven by ERP/SAP systems.Develop and manage production budgets, aiming to minimize costs while maintaining product quality.Analyze production costs and variances, identifying opportunities for cost reduction.Implement process improvements using lean manufacturing techniques and other methodologies to streamline production.Establish production rates and inventory levels, ensuring on-time delivery of customer orders and optimal utilization of resources.Control inventory levels to minimize shortages, excess, and obsolete inventory, while maximizing customer service and inventory accuracy.Manage Production Planning and Inventory management reporting functions.Assess and plan for production capacity across various production environments.RequirementsQualificationsBachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Operations, or a related field.5-7 years (Manager) or 7-10 years (Senior Manager) of progressively responsible materials management experience in a manufacturing environment.Minimum 4 years of supervisory experience.Proven experience in production planning, scheduling, or a similar role within a manufacturing and machine shop environment.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Thorough knowledge of manufacturing processes.Proficiency in production planning software and ERP/SAP systems.Strong communication and leadership skills.Working knowledge of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems.Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, MRP, JIT, and TQM processes and concepts.APICS and/or Supply Chain certification is a plus.BenefitsBenefitsCompetitive salary range of $125,000 - $144,000 per year, plus bonus.Opportunity to play a critical role in optimizing production planning and ensuring company goals are met.Chance to lead and develop a team of Production Planners.Opportunity to implement process improvements and cost reduction strategies.Work in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
Talentry LLC