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Expert Planning scheduler - Master Production Scheduler

Guadalupe, MexicoPosted 5 days ago

Job Description

We are looking for an Expert Master Production Scheduler to act as the single point of accountability for the Master Production Schedule (MPS) in a complex manufacturing environment.

This role goes beyond scheduling—it is a strategic orchestration position responsible for converting demand signals into a stable, capacity-feasible, and execution-ready plan across manufacturing, kitting, staging, and shipment.

You will play a critical role in balancing customer commitments, operational constraints, and material availability, while driving predictability, discipline, and continuous improvement across the end-to-end supply chain.

We offer:

  • Career Development

  • Competitive Compensation and Benefits

  • Pay Transparency

  • Global Opportunities Learn More Here: https://www.dematic.com/en-us/about/careers/what-we-offer/

Learn More Here: https://www.dematic.com/en-us/about/careers/what-we-offer/

Tasks and Qualifications:

Key Responsibilities

  • Own the MPS: Define and manage the Master Production Schedule end-to-end (what & when), ensuring stability while enabling controlled changes.
  • Plan with constraints: Convert demand into a capacity-feasible plan, anticipating bottlenecks and driving recovery actions.
  • Align execution: Synchronize MPS with MRP, Purchasing, and Operations; lead weekly alignment on build, kit, and ship priorities.
  • Drive priorities: Translate business needs into a clear must-build / must-ship plan and lead scenario-based decisions.
  • Ensure data & systems excellence: Own planning master data and act as SAP power user to guarantee reliable execution.
  • Own performance: Track KPIs (Schedule Adherence, OTIF, Plan Stability), lead root-cause analysis, and drive continuous improvement.

Key Deliverables

  • Weekly/monthly MPS + exception management
  • Capacity outlook with recovery plans
  • Order release strategy (what / when / why)
  • Clear priorities translated to shop-floor execution
  • KPI dashboards with actionable insights

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related.
  • +8 years of experience in Master Scheduling, Production Planning, or Supply Planning within:
    • Discrete manufacturing
    • Complex assembly environments
  • Advanced expertise in ERP systems (SAP PP/MM highly preferred).
  • Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel / data-driven decision-making.
  • Proven experience operating in constraint-based planning environments (capacity + materials + demand).
  • Demonstrated cross-functional leadership and stakeholder influence at senior levels.
  • English proficiency (written and verbal) in a global environment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • APICS / ASCM certification (CPIM, CSCP) completed or in progress.
  • Experience in:
    • Engineered-to-order (ETO)
    • Project-based manufacturing
    • High-mix / low-volume operations
  • Strong track record in:
    • Planning governance implementation
    • Master data management discipline
    • Change management initiatives

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