Master Production Planner

Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management. Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Veolia’s Water Technology Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future. Job Description Job Summary The Master Production Planner, based in Minnetonka, MN, is the central manufacturing coordinator responsible for ensuring the feasibility of the high-level supply plan by monitoring capacity, maintaining constraints, and aligning with material availability and delivery commitments. They orchestrate the plant planning process, balancing customer needs with operational capabilities for optimal resource use and cost. The role involves translating the master schedule into detailed operational plans (creating work orders, scheduling production runs, and generating purchase requisitions), and managing daily production by monitoring the shop floor, making real-time adjustments, and ensuring efficient execution. Duties & Responsibilities: Maintain and analyze capacity requirements and constraints by evaluating resource utilization, identifying bottlenecks, and recommending capacity adjustments or alternative production strategies Optimize and manages raw material and WIP inventory levels by establishing safety stock targets, monitoring inventory turnover, and balancing carrying costs against stockout risks to minimize working capital while ensuring material availability Manage the impact of engineering changes (ECOs), customer revisions, and supply disruptions on the master schedule; communicate and coordinate updates across stakeholders Drive and maintain planning parameter master data and ensure BOM and routing accuracy for scheduling purposes. Monitor key performance indicators and provide strategic insights by tracking schedule adherence, delivery performance, inventory and VCP metrics to drive continuous improvement in planning processes Translate master production schedules into daily production plan - collaborate with cross-functional teams and collect their input about risks and ad-hoc constraints Coordinate material requirements planning by ensuring raw materials, components, and packaging are available when needed, working closely with cross-functional teams to synchronize material flow with production schedules. Create detailed production schedules by sequencing specific jobs and operations on individual machines or work centers, considering setup times, processing durations, and resource constraints to optimize throughput Order data management, utilize planning systems to identify potential late orders, work to mitigate when possible and update order dates in the ERP to maintain the ERP as the real time source of truth to provide visibility to others internally and externally. Coordinate with production teams and operators by communicating daily priorities, work assignments, and schedule changes to ensure smooth execution of manufacturing operations Manage capacity allocation and resource utilization by balancing workloads across available equipment and personnel, optimizing machine utilization while minimizing idle time and overtime costs Respond to production disruptions by quickly rescheduling operations around equipment breakdowns, material shortages, or quality issues to minimize impact on overall production targets Lead cycle counting and inventory accuracy initiatives for the areas they support Qualifications Qualifications/Requirements: College Degree in Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain and Operations Management, or related major (or High School diploma with at least 5 years of planning or related supply chain work experience) At least 3 years or more of planning or relevant supply chain work experience Preferred: System Proficiency: Expertise in ERP systems (preferably SAP, Kinaxis Maestro, and/or Planet Together) and advanced computer skills, including Google Sheets, Docs, Slides or Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint, with the ability to analyze large datasets, ASCM CPIM - Certified in Production and Inventory Planning. Results & Service Orientation: A focus on customer service and results, problem-solving abilities, high sense of urgency, and attention to detail. Communication & Collaboration: Strong verbal and written communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills for effective relationship building with stakeholders. Leadership & Initiative: Experience in leading projects to completion, the ability to provide direction through influence, and a proactive, self-starter approach. Environment: Enjoyment of working in a fast-paced, matrixed organization and supporting continuous improvement. Additional Information At Veolia, we realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We’re an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. To ensure transparency and compliance with employment laws, we provide the following details regarding this position: Compensation: The compensation range is tied to the market for similarly bench-marked roles. The range is not an absolute, but a guide, and offers will be based on the individual candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions, as well as internal peer equity. Depending upon all the preceding considerations for the final selected individual candidate, the offer may be lower or higher than the stated range: $75,000.00 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Disclosure: We do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. Veolia does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. All vendors must have a current and fully executed MSA on file before submitting candidates. Any unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles will be deemed the property of the company and no fee will be due. As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination. Why Veolia? Join a company that values Responsibility, Solidarity, Innovation, Customer Focus, and Respect. You’ll receive comprehensive technical and commercial training, direct mentorship from experienced Account Managers, and a clear pathway to Account Manager promotion with direct account responsibilities. This position is designed as a stepping stone to Account Manager, where you’ll assume direct customer responsibility and independent account management upon demonstrating commercial excellence. Life Insurance Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Flexible Spending & Health Saving Accounts AD&D Insurance Disability Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination. Job Location #J-18808-Ljbffr Bilfinger