Demand & Supply Chain Master Planner/Scheduler

Crafco•Phoenix, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Crafco, Inc. is seeking a Demand & Supply Chain Master Planner/Scheduler at the corporate office in Phoenix, AZ. The Demand Planner Master Scheduler is responsible for developing, managing, and optimizing the master production plan to meet customer demand while balancing production, inventory, and shipping constraints across a variety of manufacturing facilities across the domestic US. This role requires cross-functional collaboration with customer support, sales, production facilities, and engineering to ensure seamless production flow, optimized scheduling, and cost-effective inventory management.

Requirements

Bachelor degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering or related field
Minimum 3 years' experience in demand planning, supply chain, and inventory management
Minimum 3 years' experience with ERP systems (preferably SAP) and advanced planning tools
Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office software applications
Self-started with strong time management, interpersonal communication, and people skills
Must be able to prioritize effectively, with limited supervision or guidance, and deliver quality work with exceptional attention to detail
Able to work independently and/or collaboratively with a cross-functional team
Basic understanding of accounting principles
Willingness to travel as needed, with a valid driver's license and insurable driving record
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US and have a valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Lean principles and/or Six Sigma preferred

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain a Master Production Schedule (MPS) based on strategic stock plans, customer orders, and sales forecasts.
Assign production to facilities based on location, cost considerations, and inventory/production levels to ensure efficient delivery and customer satisfaction.
Coordinate with internal stakeholders, including Customer Support, Sales, Engineering, and production facilities, to align production capabilities, quality control standards, and delivery requirements.
Collaborate with Customer Support to address customer demand shifts and maintain high levels of service.
Work closely with the Plant Operations Manager to track and verify inventory accuracy, facilitating weekly updates on stock levels.
Work with Engineering to verify Bill of Materials (BOM) accuracy, enhancing scheduling and cost management.
Analyze production data, market trends, and forecasts to support proactive inventory planning and cost reduction strategies.
Monitor inventory performance metrics and optimize production scheduling based on demand forecasts to maximize efficiency and minimize costs.
Utilize ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and advanced planning tools for efficient supply chain management, with a particular focus on BOM accuracy and MRP reporting.
Leverage Microsoft Excel and ERP software for detailed data analysis and reporting.
Manage plant transfers of finished goods to ensure an adequate supply at facilities without direct production capabilities.
Understand Bill of Materials (BOM) structures and the cost structure of finished goods, ensuring BOM accuracy before scheduling production within SAP.
Apply Lean and/or Six Sigma methodologies to streamline the production schedule and improve inventory accuracy.
Actively participate in Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) meetings to foster continuous improvement in supply chain processes and address potential bottlenecks.
Prepare and distribute monthly production reports, summarizing production activities, inventory levels, and variances in demand.
Develop additional reports for management and other internal stakeholders, supporting data-driven insights for supply chain improvements.
Coordinate the submittal process for products requiring agency approvals, tracking requests and approvals to provide accurate ship dates for state-approved materials.