Senior Planner and Scheduler

Inspired HR

About The Position

The Senior Planner & Scheduler will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing the master production schedule to ensure on-time delivery, stable production flow, and efficient use of labor, materials, and capacity. This role serves as the central link between Operations, Purchasing, Engineering, Sales, and Distribution, ensuring that demand, supply, and production constraints are aligned and proactively managed. The Senior Planner & Scheduler owns the planning processes within the ERP system, including MRP review, BOM and routing accuracy, item setup, ECN implementation, and resolution of WIP and backflush issues. This role provides forward‑looking analysis, identifies risks before they impact production, and drives continuous improvement in planning accuracy, inventory health, and schedule adherence.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field
Work Experience: At least 5 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or supply chain management in a manufacturing environment
Experience working with ERP systems (Oracle preferred) including MRP, BOMs, routings, and item setup
Proven experience in capacity planning, material planning, and schedule optimization
Experience collaborating with cross‑functional teams (Operations, Purchasing, Engineering, Sales, Quality)
Technical Knowledge Strong understanding of MRP, production scheduling, capacity planning, and inventory control
Familiarity with safety stock, Kanban, and replenishment systems
Strong understanding of ERP transactions: WIP completion, backflush, locator management, item creation, BOM/routing maintenance
Knowledge of Lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies
Analytical Skills Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data‑driven decisions
Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to anticipate risks and propose solutions
Ability to perform scenario planning and evaluate the impact of changes on production
Communication & Collaboration Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across departments
Ability to clearly communicate schedule changes, risks, and constraints
Organizational & Leadership Skills Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
Ability to develop and maintain SOPs and standard work
Ownership mindset: accountable for outcomes, not just tasks
Systems & Tools Proficiency with ERP systems (Oracle preferred)
Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis)

Nice To Haves

Experience in continuous improvement, Lean, or process optimization is an asset

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and optimize the master production schedule for boiler manufacturing, ensuring alignment with capacity, labor availability, and material readiness
Monitor and adjust schedules proactively based on constraints, risks, and changing priorities
Maintain accurate scheduling records and communicate changes, delays, or risks to all relevant stakeholders
Collaborate closely with Sales, Distribution, and Operations to ensure customer orders are fulfilled on time
Monitor raw material and finished goods inventory levels to ensure the production plan supports inventory targets and service levels
Work with Purchasing and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and resolve supply-related risks before they impact production
Lead continuous improvement initiatives within planning and scheduling to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve schedule adherence
Maintain and develop planning SOPs, documentation, and standard work
Manage Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and coordinate implementation for finished goods and p-kits
Own and execute key ERP processes including Item creation, BOM and routing maintenance, MRP review, inventory reconciliation, WIP completion error resolution, backflush accuracy, and locator streamlining
Conduct capacity analysis and scenario planning to support decision‑making and long‑term operational planning
Track and report planning KPIs such as schedule adherence, material readiness, and capacity utilization
Performs other duties as assigned