Supply Chain Planning Manager

The Supply Chain Planning Manager is responsible for leading production planning and scheduling activities within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role ensures timely availability of materials, alignment of production schedules, and efficient execution to meet customer demand and operational targets. The ideal candidate thrives in high-intensity, urgent settings and is comfortable leading a team while adapting quickly to changing priorities. This position oversees a team of 8 planners and requires a 5-day onsite presence to support real-time decision-making and cross-functional collaboration. Key Responsibilities The Supply Chain Planning Manager is responsible for leading production planning and scheduling activities within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role ensures timely availability of materials, alignment of production schedules, and efficient execution to meet customer demand and operational targets. The ideal candidate thrives in high-intensity, urgent settings and is comfortable leading a team while adapting quickly to changing priorities. This position oversees a team of 8 planners and requires a 5-day onsite presence to support real-time decision-making and cross-functional collaboration. Key Responsibilities Lead daily and weekly production planning and scheduling activities to support manufacturing operations Supervise, coach, and develop a team of 6 material planners , driving accountability and performance Ensure material availability to support uninterrupted production and on-time customer delivery Operate effectively in a high-urgency, fast-paced environment , adjusting plans quickly based on demand fluctuations, supply constraints, and operational challenges Partner cross-functionally with procurement, production, warehouse, and operations teams to resolve material shortages and scheduling conflicts Continuously monitor and adjust production schedules to optimize capacity, inventory levels, and throughput Utilize ERP systems ( AS400 or similar ) to manage planning, track materials, and maintain data accuracy Analyze key planning metrics (shortages, backorders, inventory levels) and drive corrective actions Proactively identify risks to production and elevate with clear recovery plans Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience preferred) 3-7+ years experience in material planning, production scheduling, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment Prior experience leading or supervising planners or similar roles Ability to perform in high-volume, deadline-driven environments with constant changes Experience with ERP systems (AS400 preferred; other systems acceptable) Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills #J-18808-Ljbffr DSJ Global