Senior Master Planner (Fulton, Illinois, United States, 61252)

Timken Co. (The) • Fulton, IL

76d • $71,840 - $94,290

About The Position

The Senior Master Planning Analyst develops, implements, and maintains planning and scheduling systems and processes that enable lean operations, strong inventory control, and excellent customer service. You'll set level-loaded production plans that meet customer commitments while respecting value-stream capacity constraints, and you'll serve as a key contributor to the global SIOP process.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management or related field - or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of production planning/master planning experience in a high-mix, low-volume or engineered-to-order manufacturing environment; experience supporting $50M+ value streams preferred.
• Hands-on experience with MRP/ERP systems (experience with SAP is a plus).
• Strong understanding of MRP logic, lead-time management, BOMs, routings, and capacity planning.
• Demonstrated analytical skills: data-driven decision making with Excel and planning tools.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills; proven ability to influence cross-functional teams and external suppliers.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize in a dynamic environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with lean manufacturing tools, production scheduling software, and APS (advanced planning and scheduling) systems.
• APICS/CPIM or similar supply-chain/capacity planning certification.
• Familiarity with change management and new product introduction processes (MOC, PLM integrations).

Responsibilities

• Own the creation, maintenance, and future direction of the master schedule(s) and production plans that support $70M+ of chain sales while maintaining inventory within business targets.
• Create, maintain, and drive execution of the Production Control Schedule in SAP to meet site objectives for customer service, on-time delivery, planned past-due orders, inventory targets, and strategic pre-builds for assigned value stream(s).
• Lead master scheduling across assigned value stream(s), track and communicate KPI performance, and take action to meet or exceed business forecasts.
• Partner with customers, account representatives, customer service, purchasing, sourcing, and manufacturing teams to stabilize demand and ensure supply alignment.
• Act as a core contributor to the Diamond-Drives SIOP process: collaborate with demand planning on sales forecasts, translate forecasts into production plans, and work with supply chain to execute required supply.
• Participate in supply-chain management for assigned value stream(s): monitor vendor/supplier KPIs, diagnose issues, recommend, and implement resolutions, and build strong supplier relationships.
• Analyze and lead continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Kaizen, process redesign) across the value stream to improve flow, reduce lead times, and increase planning accuracy.
• Assist in reviewing and assessing capacity across the chain manufacturing plant-from press through final assembly and packaging-and recommend crewing levels and long-term capacity plans.
• Support new product introductions and master data integrity by maintaining material and work-center data to ensure accurate MRP outcomes.

Benefits

• Short-term incentive program
• Paid time off plan
• 401k
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Machinery Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees