PPC and Scheduling Manager

Electrolux Group•Springfield, TN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Production Planning/Scheduling & Control (PPC) Manager who is passionate about all aspects and challenges of manufacturing planning and execution. In this role, you will cooperate closely with key stakeholders in our manufacturing site and regional teams to ensure we have in place a production plan that can meet our customer demand and delivery expectations. Additionally, you will be responsible for making sure the production plan takes into consideration factory constraints and balances inventory for optimal cash flow, ensuring we consistently meet and exceed customer expectations. The Production Planning/Scheduling & Control (PPC) Manager, will lead the end-to-end production planning, scheduling, and control function for a high-volume, complex cookers manufacturing facility (1M+ units/year, 100+ components/processes). This leader will define, implement, and continuously improve robust PPC processes, including buffer sizing, area scheduling, production execution tracking, and escalation protocols. The role requires deep expertise in ERP/MES (preferably Delmia Apriso), strong cross-functional leadership, and the ability to build a high-performing team of 18 schedulers.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field. Master’s preferred.
8+ years in production planning/scheduling in high-volume manufacturing, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
APICS CPIM or CSCP required. Advanced proficiency in ERP and MES (Delmia Apriso strongly preferred), scheduling software, Power BI and Excell.
Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Proven ability to manage complexity and drive results in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Demonstrated experience building and leading high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

Define and implement best-in-class PPC processes across all factory areas.
Optimize planning buffers, scheduling logic, and escalation protocols. Integrate schedulers into one accountable team under unified leadership.
Represent the site in regional S\&OP, supplier, and capacity review meetings.
Develop and manage master production schedules aligned with demand, capacity, and inventory.
Ensure all areas are strategically scheduled and monitored.
Track execution, report performance, and respond quickly to deviations.
Collaborate with stakeholders to meet customer demand and delivery expectations.
Promote ERP and MES usage for scheduling, tracking, and reporting. Drive digitalization and automation using advanced planning tools.
Maintain accurate, real-time data flow between planning, production, and inventory systems.
Manage a team of 18 schedulers, including Master and area-specific schedulers.
Mentor and develop team members, fostering accountability and continuous improvement.
Act as the primary communication link between planning, production, and support functions. Build strong partnerships with internal and regional stakeholders.
Lead initiatives to improve scheduling, execution, and reporting. Ensure compliance with ISO standards, safety, and sustainability programs.