director of manufacturing planning

Director of Manufacturing Planning and OE Are you a proven supply chain and lean leader who thrives in a high-volume, precision manufacturing environment? We are seeking a Director of Manufacturing Planning and OE to lead planning, internal logistics, tactical purchasing, industrial engineering and Lean stratagies for a world-class manufacturing operation. This is a high-impact, visible role with direct influence on operational performance, production flow, and the long-term deployment of a lean management system across the facility. What You'll Do Lead end-to-end supply chain and materials operations, including: Production planning and capacity management using SAP SIOP process development and optimization Tactical purchasing, inventory management, and order management Internal logistics and warehouse operations New product introduction support and BOM/routing accuracy Drive the Lean Manufacturing roadmap: Deploy Shop Floor Management systems and lead Kaizen events Champion 6S and continuous improvement culture Conduct MTM studies and support cost reduction initiatives Partner with senior leadership on: Supply chain strategy aligned with corporate goals Cost analysis for productivity improvements and new products Data-driven decision-making and performance reporting What We're Looking For Required: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience Deep expertise in SIOP, supply chain management, production planning, and lean manufacturing Experience in sheet metal fabrication, coating, or electrical cabinet assembly or relevant strongly preferred Proficiency in SAP and MS Office Proven leadership in a matrix manufacturing environment Up to 10% travel Preferred: APICS/ASCM certification Why This Role Competitive compensation and strong benefits Profitable and stable organization positioned for long-term growth, supporting high-demand markets such as data centers, artificial intelligence, industrial automation, and energy Real ownership of a lean transformation with leadership visibility Professional development and certification support Collaborative, innovation-driven culture with global reach #J-18808-Ljbffr The Colonial Group