Director, Production Planning

Coherent Corp.•Easton, PA

About The Position

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field
12+ years of experience in production planning, supply chain, or operations within semiconductor manufacturing
5+ years of leadership experience managing teams or global functions
Proven experience with S&OP / IBP and demand-to-supply translation
Experience supporting NPI and ramp to volume
Deep expertise in production planning, capacity planning, and supply chain management
Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP, APS, and MES systems (Oracle APS or similar)
Expertise in fab operations (fab starts, WIP control, cycle time, bottlenecks)
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in Excel and BI tools (Power BI, Tableau)
Strong financial acumen (inventory, cost, operational performance)
Proven ability in change management and process transformation
Excellent communication and executive influence skills
All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.
Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:
Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust
Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome
Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone
Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree (MBA, MS, Engineering, Supply Chain)
Experience with APS / MES implementations or transformations
APICS (CPIM/CSCP) and/or Lean Six Sigma certification
Experience with external manufacturing partners (OSAT)

Responsibilities

Define and lead global production planning strategy aligned with business goals
Own end-to-end planning processes (demand, supply, capacity, fulfillment)
Establish and drive S&OP / IBP frameworks and governance
Build long-term planning capabilities for NPI, product ramps, and network optimization
Lead production planning and order fulfillment across multiple sites
Manage fab starts, WIP movement, and schedule stability
Drive constraint and bottleneck management (capacity, downtime, toolsets)
Oversee inventory optimization and material flow
Monitor and improve KPIs: OTD, cycle time, inventory turns, forecast accuracy
Ensure integrity and effectiveness of ERP/MRP and planning systems
Lead, mentor, and develop a global team of production planners
Build capabilities in advanced planning, analytics, and decision-making
Foster a high-performance, collaborative, and accountable culture
Partner with Operations, Engineering, and NPI teams on product launches and ramps
Collaborate with Procurement and suppliers to ensure material availability
Work with Finance on inventory, cost optimization, and E&O reduction
Provide executive insights, risk analysis, and scenario planning
Drive implementation and optimization of advanced planning systems (APS, ERP, MES integration)
Standardize planning tools, processes, and best practices globally
Lead Lean, Six Sigma, and digital transformation initiatives
Utilize data analytics and BI tools (Power BI, Tableau) to improve decision-making
Coordinate planning across global manufacturing and supply networks
Lead product transfers, load balancing, and capacity reallocation
Ensure consistent planning governance and data integrity across regions