Production Planning Manager – Scheduling, Materials & Inventory Control

MaxIT Consulting
Any Location, NJ
Category Operations
Job Description
Role Overview

Oversee production planning and scheduling, materials planning, inventory control, and material availability, aligning customer demand with manufacturing capacity across multiple locations.

What You Will Do

Develop production plans and schedules, forecast production and material requirements, plan and control inventory, coordinate cycle counts and physical inventories, and maintain accurate planning parameters.

Why It Might Be a Fit

5+ years of experience in production planning, materials planning, inventory control, or supply chain management, hands-on ERP/MRP experience, and advanced Excel skills.

Requirements

  • 5+ years in production planning, materials planning, inventory control or supply chain management in a manufacturing environment
  • Hands-on ERP/MRP experience supporting planning and inventory management
  • Experience with production scheduling and capacity planning against demand and material availability
  • Inventory management experience across raw materials, WIP and finished goods, including cycle counting and inventory accuracy
  • Advanced Excel (pivot tables, lookups, reporting) and strong analytical skills
  • At least one relevant certification, such as APICS CPIM, CSCP or CLTD

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance is not available
  • A five-panel drug test and background check are required after an offer is made
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