Master Scheduler I

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and update the Master Production Schedule (MPS) under guidance.
• Support multi-site master planning activities, ensuring alignment of schedules, materials, and priorities across location.
• Analyze demand forecasts and customer orders to support planning decisions.
• Monitor schedule adherence and escalate risks or gaps.
• Coordinate with production and procurement to ensure material availability.
• Track and report KPIs (on-time delivery, inventory levels, etc.).
• Support S&OP/S&OE processes through data preparation and analysis.
• Assist with inventory management, including safety stock and excess reduction.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote collaboration, alignment, and problem-solving by identifying priorities, flagging obstacles and impacts, supporting countermeasures, and following up on progress.

Qualifications (Education & Work Experience):

• Minimum of 10 years' experience in manufacturing/supply planning or 4-year degree in Supply Chain management, or related field with 2+ years of planning experience.
• Experience using production planning methods and workflows.
• Exposure to master production scheduling and level loading concepts.
• Experience supporting inventory control methods and reporting metrics.
• Ability to perform basic what-if analysis.
• Ability to review multiple data points to draw conclusions and support decisions.
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP/S&OP/S&OE systems and planning processes.
• Strong mathematical aptitude and spreadsheet skills.
• Strong sense of urgency, responsiveness, and self-motivation.
• Ability to think logically and communicate clearly.
• Effective interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and Excel skills.
• Good communication and collaboration.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational ability.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 15 lbs.
• Must be able to talk, listen, and speak clearly on the telephone.