Production Planning Manager - Industrial Manufacturing - Direct Hire

Production Planning Manager - Industrial Manufacturing Management - Direct Hire

Location: Augusta, GA

Direct Hire

We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Manager to lead materials planning and inventory control functions within a dynamic manufacturing environment. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring material availability, maintaining accurate inventory, and supporting efficient production flow while leading a small team of materials and inventory professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee material planning, production scheduling, and inventory control to support timely and accurate product delivery.
• Lead the release, control, and tracking of shop floor work orders through completion.
• Proactively resolve material shortages and supplier delivery issues; recommend long-term solutions to strengthen the supply chain.
• Monitor production, capacity, and inventory reports to ensure proper material flow and alignment with production schedules.
• Manage supplier relationships and coordinate with engineering, quality, and procurement teams to address material concerns.
• Supervise and mentor inventory control staff, providing direction, feedback, and support to meet organizational goals.
• Partner with corporate supply chain and procurement leaders on continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in materials management, purchasing, or production planning within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of production planning, supply chain management, and inventory control best practices.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with experience supervising teams.
• APICS/CPIM, Lean, or Six Sigma certification strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to forecast, strategically plan, and work collaboratively across functions.

This role offers an opportunity to directly impact operations in a growing manufacturing business, with visibility to leadership and room to drive meaningful process improvements.