VDS Consulting Group
Interim Manufacturing Master Planner (Contract, Remote)
VDS Consulting Group, Cleveland, Ohio, us, 44101
Location:
Remote (Supporting operations in Cleveland, OH)
Duration:
3–4 months
Start Date:
November 2025
Engagement Type:
Contract through Value Driven Solutions (PE-backed client)
Project ID:
BW-10623 About the Opportunity A private equity-backed automotive components manufacturer is seeking
1–3 Interim Manufacturing Master Planners
to support its operations team during a critical phase of production planning and scheduling. This is a
fully remote , short-term contract role focused on developing and managing the
master production schedule (MPS)
to ensure alignment between demand, capacity, and supply chain execution.
This engagement is ideal for hands-on production planning professionals with experience in
PE-backed industrial manufacturing environments
and deep expertise in
Sage 500 (formerly MAS 500) .
Key Responsibilities
Build, maintain, and optimize the
master production schedule (MPS)
using Sage 500
Collaborate with operations, procurement, and demand planning teams to balance production capacity with customer requirements
Identify and resolve scheduling conflicts, material shortages, and capacity constraints
Drive cross-functional alignment to meet on-time delivery and inventory targets
Provide actionable insights and recommendations to improve scheduling efficiency and throughput
Required Qualifications
3–7+ years
of hands-on experience in
production planning / master scheduling
within
industrial manufacturing
(automotive, machinery, metals, or related sectors)
Expert-level proficiency with Sage 500
(MPS, MRP, inventory, and BOM modules) – non-negotiable
Proven track record placing or working in
PE-backed manufacturing companies
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret demand forecasts, BOMs, and capacity plans
Experience managing
multi-level BOMs , lead times, and safety stock strategies
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills (able to influence without direct authority)
Preferred Profile
Early- to mid-career planner (vs. senior master planner) – hungry, detail-oriented, and execution-focused
Prior
interim or contract
experience in turnaround or high-growth PE environments
Familiarity with
lean manufacturing , SIOP/S&OP processes, and ERP-driven scheduling
Compensation
Competitive market rate
(contract billing)
Invoices submitted through Value Driven Solutions
Rate guidance to be confirmed based on candidate profile and Sage 500 depth
Why This Role?
High-impact, visible project within a PE-sponsored transformation
Opportunity to shape production stability during a pivotal 3–4 month window
Fully remote flexibility with a focused, results-driven mandate
Work alongside a lean operations team in a fast-paced industrial setting
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Remote (Supporting operations in Cleveland, OH)
Duration:
3–4 months
Start Date:
November 2025
Engagement Type:
Contract through Value Driven Solutions (PE-backed client)
Project ID:
BW-10623 About the Opportunity A private equity-backed automotive components manufacturer is seeking
1–3 Interim Manufacturing Master Planners
to support its operations team during a critical phase of production planning and scheduling. This is a
fully remote , short-term contract role focused on developing and managing the
master production schedule (MPS)
to ensure alignment between demand, capacity, and supply chain execution.
This engagement is ideal for hands-on production planning professionals with experience in
PE-backed industrial manufacturing environments
and deep expertise in
Sage 500 (formerly MAS 500) .
Key Responsibilities
Build, maintain, and optimize the
master production schedule (MPS)
using Sage 500
Collaborate with operations, procurement, and demand planning teams to balance production capacity with customer requirements
Identify and resolve scheduling conflicts, material shortages, and capacity constraints
Drive cross-functional alignment to meet on-time delivery and inventory targets
Provide actionable insights and recommendations to improve scheduling efficiency and throughput
Required Qualifications
3–7+ years
of hands-on experience in
production planning / master scheduling
within
industrial manufacturing
(automotive, machinery, metals, or related sectors)
Expert-level proficiency with Sage 500
(MPS, MRP, inventory, and BOM modules) – non-negotiable
Proven track record placing or working in
PE-backed manufacturing companies
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret demand forecasts, BOMs, and capacity plans
Experience managing
multi-level BOMs , lead times, and safety stock strategies
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills (able to influence without direct authority)
Preferred Profile
Early- to mid-career planner (vs. senior master planner) – hungry, detail-oriented, and execution-focused
Prior
interim or contract
experience in turnaround or high-growth PE environments
Familiarity with
lean manufacturing , SIOP/S&OP processes, and ERP-driven scheduling
Compensation
Competitive market rate
(contract billing)
Invoices submitted through Value Driven Solutions
Rate guidance to be confirmed based on candidate profile and Sage 500 depth
Why This Role?
High-impact, visible project within a PE-sponsored transformation
Opportunity to shape production stability during a pivotal 3–4 month window
Fully remote flexibility with a focused, results-driven mandate
Work alongside a lean operations team in a fast-paced industrial setting
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