Planning Manager

Description Core Responsibilities Develop and maintain theMaster Production Schedule (MPS)for all product families. Convert customer demand, forecasts, and backlog into executable production plans. Ensure schedules arecapacity-feasibleand aligned with labor, machine, and material constraints. Maintain rolling planning horizons (typically12–26 weeks). Balanceforecast demand, customer orders, and inventory targets. Coordinate with sales and demand planning to understand changes in demand. Adjust schedules to respond to demand variability, expedites, or shortages. Evaluaterough-cut capacity planning (RCCP)to ensure production plans are achievable. Identify capacity constraints and propose solutions (overtime, outsourcing, schedule shifts). Work with operations leadership to level load production. Partner with procurement and planning teams to ensurematerial availabilitysupports the production schedule. Monitor shortages and adjust production plans accordingly. Drive improvements in planning processes usingLean and Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)principles. Improve schedule stability and reduce schedule volatility. Lead initiatives to improve forecast accuracy and inventory optimization. Qualifications 7–10+ yearsof production planning or scheduling experience in manufacturing. Experience managingcomplex multi-product production schedules. Aerospace, industrial, or regulated manufacturing experience preferred. Advanced ERP/MRP planning experience (examples): Strong Excel and data analysis capability APICS certification (CPIM and/or CSCP) is preferred. Education Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management or related field Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr