Master Scheduler

Master SchedulerThe Master Scheduler is a senior manufacturing planning leader responsible for bringing discipline, realism, and credibility to the Master Production Schedule (MPS) within a complex manufacturing environment. This role owns end-to-end schedule governance and serves as the single point of accountability for aligning customer demand, material availability, production capacity, and inventory objectives. Beyond technical scheduling, this position is a planning leadership role. The Master Scheduler leads and develops a team of Planner Buyers, drives cross-functional decision-making, and acts as a trusted operational authority across Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, and Commercial teams. Success in this role requires the confidence to challenge assumptions, surface risks early, and make data-driven decisions under pressure. This is not a transactional planning position. It is a senior execution role critical to delivery performance, inventory health, and operational credibility.Important Notice: Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the United States.Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree7+ years of hands-on experience in Master Scheduling and Production Planning within complex manufacturing environmentsProven leadership experience managing and developing planner, buyer, or supply chain teamsDirect supervisory experience with accountability for performance and resultsStrong working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems in manufacturingAdvanced Excel and data analysis capabilitiesDemonstrated ability to lead cross-functional decision-making in fast-paced operationsExcellent communication and influence skills at both shop-floor and leadership levelsRequired Knowledge and Technical Expertise:Master Production Scheduling (MPS) and capacity planningProduction planning, materials planning, and procurement alignmentManufacturing workflows, lead times, and constraint managementInventory management and demand planning principlesSales and Operations Planning (S&OP) fundamentalsKPI-driven environments including OTIF, schedule adherence, inventory turns, and capacity utilizationBOM structures and engineering change managementKey Objectives of the Role:Establish and maintain a stable, executable Master Production Schedule that manufacturing can trustCreate clear alignment between demand, capacity, materials, and inventory strategyTransition the planning and buying organization from reactive firefighting to proactive executionBring ownership, accountability, and structure to scheduling and procurement activitiesPrimary Responsibilities:Master Scheduling and ExecutionOwn, develop, and govern the Master Production Schedule (MPS), ensuring it is realistic, achievable, and aligned with operational constraintsIdentify and proactively resolve capacity, material, labor, or engineering constraints before they impact deliveryMaintain high data integrity and planning accuracy within ERP/MRP systemsEnsure production plans reflect real-world conditions, not theoretical assumptionsLeadership and Team DevelopmentLead, coach, and supervise a team of four Planner BuyersEstablish clear priorities, performance expectations, and accountabilityDevelop team capability in forward planning, decision-making, and execution disciplineDrive a culture of ownership: "This is our schedule, and we stand behind it."Cross-Functional LeadershipAct as a key operational authority across Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and SalesLead fact-based discussions to align competing priorities and resolve conflictsRepresent scheduling and procurement leadership in S&OP, capacity reviews, and operational meetingsSupport new product introductions (NPI) and engineering changes, ensuring planning and material readinessPerformance and Continuous ImprovementMonitor and drive improvement across key KPIs, including schedule adherence, on-time delivery (OTIF), inventory turns, and capacity utilizationLead continuous improvement initiatives across scheduling, planning, and buying processesSurface risks early with clear recommendations, not excusesLeadership Competencies and Behavioral Traits:Strong people leadership with a coaching and development mindsetStrategic thinker with a bias for executionHigh accountability and ownership orientationConfident decision-maker under pressureAnalytical, structured, and solutions-orientedComfortable challenging misaligned demand, capacity, or prioritiesContinuous improvement mindset focused on measurable resultsWork Environment and Expectations:Hybrid role, with on-site presence driven by operational needsRequires high visibility and engagement with manufacturing and supply chain teamsBest suited for leaders who prefer being close to the operation, not managing from a distanceWhat the Company Offers:Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits packageOpportunity to work in an international, growing, and innovative manufacturing organizationProfessional development and long-term career growth opportunitiesCollaborative, performance-driven culture focused on operational excellenceOur client is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.