Trelleborg Group
Demand Planning Manager
Trelleborg Group, Rutherfordton, North Carolina, United States, 28139
Overview
Demand Planning Manager at Trelleborg Group. The Demand Planning Manager is responsible for overseeing production and materials planning within Trelleborgs manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in SAP systems and a strong background in manufacturing environments. This role is critical to ensuring efficient production scheduling, inventory control, and supply chain coordination to meet customer demand and operational goals. Responsibilities
Lead the development and execution of production and materials planning strategies to support manufacturing operations. Utilize SAP (e.g., SAP PP, SAP MM) to manage production schedules, material requirements, and capacity planning. Collaborate with procurement, production, logistics, and quality teams to ensure seamless end-to-end planning. Monitor and analyze production performance, inventory levels, and supply chain metrics to identify areas for improvement. Ensure timely availability of raw materials and components to meet production schedules while minimizing excess inventory. Develop and maintain planning KPIs and dashboards using SAP reporting tools. Drive continuous improvement initiatives in planning processes, leveraging Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. Lead and mentor a team of planners and schedulers, fostering a culture of accountability and operational excellence. Support new product introductions and engineering changes through effective planning and coordination. Lead the S&OP monthly process for the organization. Other duties, as assigned. Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. Minimum 5 years of planning experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 3 years using SAP. Strong knowledge of production planning (SAP PP) and materials management (SAP MM). Proven ability to manage complex planning scenarios and optimize manufacturing workflows. Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and SAP reporting tools. Successful Candidate Strengths
SAP certification in relevant modules. Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies. Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems integration and data governance. Experience with high mix, low volume production complexity. Excellent written and verbal skills required. Effective & efficient technical and strategic problem solving, and organizational skills required. Attention to detail, accuracy, and precision. Analytical thinking Integrity Leadership Developing and building teams Travel Requirements
Primarily office-based with regular interaction on the production floor. Requires splitting time and traveling between sites in Rutherfordton NC, Forest City NC, and Monson, MA. Domestic travel will be 20%. International travel will be minimal. Benefits
Competitive salary Annual variable bonus plan Generous benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life, 401k Paid time off Paid holidays Employee assistance program A rewarding career with greater opportunity for impact Trelleborg is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Management and Manufacturing Industries
Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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Demand Planning Manager at Trelleborg Group. The Demand Planning Manager is responsible for overseeing production and materials planning within Trelleborgs manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in SAP systems and a strong background in manufacturing environments. This role is critical to ensuring efficient production scheduling, inventory control, and supply chain coordination to meet customer demand and operational goals. Responsibilities
Lead the development and execution of production and materials planning strategies to support manufacturing operations. Utilize SAP (e.g., SAP PP, SAP MM) to manage production schedules, material requirements, and capacity planning. Collaborate with procurement, production, logistics, and quality teams to ensure seamless end-to-end planning. Monitor and analyze production performance, inventory levels, and supply chain metrics to identify areas for improvement. Ensure timely availability of raw materials and components to meet production schedules while minimizing excess inventory. Develop and maintain planning KPIs and dashboards using SAP reporting tools. Drive continuous improvement initiatives in planning processes, leveraging Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. Lead and mentor a team of planners and schedulers, fostering a culture of accountability and operational excellence. Support new product introductions and engineering changes through effective planning and coordination. Lead the S&OP monthly process for the organization. Other duties, as assigned. Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. Minimum 5 years of planning experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 3 years using SAP. Strong knowledge of production planning (SAP PP) and materials management (SAP MM). Proven ability to manage complex planning scenarios and optimize manufacturing workflows. Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and SAP reporting tools. Successful Candidate Strengths
SAP certification in relevant modules. Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies. Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems integration and data governance. Experience with high mix, low volume production complexity. Excellent written and verbal skills required. Effective & efficient technical and strategic problem solving, and organizational skills required. Attention to detail, accuracy, and precision. Analytical thinking Integrity Leadership Developing and building teams Travel Requirements
Primarily office-based with regular interaction on the production floor. Requires splitting time and traveling between sites in Rutherfordton NC, Forest City NC, and Monson, MA. Domestic travel will be 20%. International travel will be minimal. Benefits
Competitive salary Annual variable bonus plan Generous benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life, 401k Paid time off Paid holidays Employee assistance program A rewarding career with greater opportunity for impact Trelleborg is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Management and Manufacturing Industries
Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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